Understanding the role of the brain in blood sugar regulation
Scientists have long pondered the brain's role in blood sugar regulation. It is known that maintaining the body's blood glucose level within a certain...
Loneliness a bigger risk factor for heart disease in people with diabetes
A recent study published in the European Heart Journal reveals that loneliness is a larger risk factor for heart disease in diabetic patients than...
Sleep your way to better blood sugar: how deep ZZZs help your health
Are you confused about why not sleeping well can increase your risk of diabetes? You're not alone. Scientists didn't know either. But now, they're...
Diabetes drug pioglitazone may reduce dementia risk
Researchers from Yonsei University in Seoul have found that people with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes who take the diabetes drug pioglitazone are less...
Weight loss + exercise is the powerful combo to beat diabetes
You've probably heard it a thousand times - to get healthier, you need to exercise and lose weight.
But how about this: exercise coupled with...
People with lower body weight can achieve type 2 diabetes remission
A landmark study led by Professor Roy Taylor and his team at Newcastle University indicates that individuals with lower body mass indexes (BMIs) can...
The power of linoleic acid: plant-based fat in the fight against diabetes
Linoleic acid, a polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA), plays a critical role in our bodies.
As fat derived from plants, it's necessary for brain function, growth...
Dahlia flowers have superpowers of treating diabetes, study finds
A group of scientists from the University of Otago found something amazing. Dahlia flower petals can help people with diabetes control their blood sugar...
Brain’s blood sugar detectors: A sweet discovery
Blood sugar. We all have it. It gives us the energy we need to get through the day. But, too much or too little...
Understanding your health risks: the importance of metabolic health and weight
You might think that slim people are always healthier than overweight ones. That's not entirely true.
Recent research says lean people who have certain health...