PFAS Exposure Tied to Weight Gain
But not in individuals receiving a healthy-lifestyle intervention” Source: PFAS Exposure Tied to Weight Read more
Five Ways Diabetes Causes Headaches
If you have diabetes and frequently have a pounding head, it’s time to sort out possible causes. Learn about five ways diabetes causes headaches.” Source: Five Ways Diabetes Causes Read more
Onion extract may improve high blood sugar and cholesterol
The extract of onion bulb, Allium cepa, strongly lowered high blood glucose (sugar) and total cholesterol levels in diabetic rats when given with the antidiabetic drug metformin, according Read more
7 things to know about insulin cost hikes
Despite public outrage over the high cost of insulin and drugmaker promises to halt price increases, they continued to climb from 2017 to 2018, according to a GoodRx analysis. Read more
Exercise could extend honeymoon period five-fold after type 1 diabetes diagnosis
Men who carry out significant exercise within the first few months of diagnosis experienced a five-times longer honeymoon period than those who didn’t exercise, according to a new Read more
Opinion: Eating healthy is more cost effective for students
It cost less to meal prep than to eat at the restaurants in the MU. Source: Opinion: Eating healthy is more cost effective for Read more
Prolonged, high HbA1c may increase dementia risk in type 1 diabetes
Older adults with type 1 diabetes with prolonged exposure to HbA1c at least 8% are at least twice as likely to develop dementia over 6 years vs. similar adults with only 10% of measurements Read more
Poor understanding of diabetes medications may worsen glycemic profile in type 2 diabetes
In patients with type 2 diabetes, a lack of knowledge regarding diabetes drugs is associated with higher HbA1c level and worse blood glucose profile, according to findings from a Read more
Does depression cause obesity or does obesity cause depression?
Depression and obesity are known to be linked, but science has found the relationship between them hard to unpick. A new study uses genetic data to find answers. Source: Does depression Read more
Even a 2-Minute Walk Counts in New Physical Activity Guidelines
Take the stairs up to your office. Park a little further away from the grocery store. Walk your dog around the block. Carry out the trash. Source: Even a 2-Minute Walk Counts in New Read more
Changes to nutrition and policies could cut costs for those with diabetes
Diabetes is a widespread disease affecting tens of millions of children and adults in the United States. However, the cost of treating the disease continue” Source: Changes to Read more
AHA: Prescription Fish Oil Wins for CV Prevention
Positive findings for Vascepa in REDUCE-IT trial Source: AHA: Prescription Fish Oil Wins for CV Read more
Bariatric Surgery Outcomes Vary According to Obesity Subtype
Researchers identified four separate classes of obesity Source: Bariatric Surgery Outcomes Vary According to Obesity Read more
IBT Plus Liraglutide Boosts Weight Loss in Obese Patients
Adding pharmacotherapy also led to beneficial changes in appetite” Source: IBT Plus Liraglutide Boosts Weight Loss in Obese Read more
SNAP participation may improve diabetes medication adherence
Older adults with diabetes participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, demonstrated improvements in adhering to their treatment regimens, according to findings Read more
40 million people with diabetes will be left without insulin by 2030, study predicts
As the number of people living with diabetes continues to rise, the access to insulin needed to meet growing demand will fall short, a new study predicts. Source: 40 million people with Read more
FDA OKs Heart Disease Prevention Claim for High Oleic Acid Oils
Olive oil and certain other vegetable, seed oils get qualified health claim Source: FDA OKs Heart Disease Prevention Claim for High Oleic Acid Read more
Mediterranean diet: New evidence of its heart-healthy benefits
New research in rodents has tested the cardioprotective benefits of a compound triggered by consuming vegetables, fish, and seafood. Source: Mediterranean diet: New evidence of its Read more
Scan FreeStyle Libre CGM Sensor with Your iPhone! FreeStyle LibreLink App Approved by FDA
By Jimmy McDermott and Maeve Serino The recently FDA-approved FreeStyle LibreLink app allows FreeStyle Libre users in the US to obtain a real-time glucose reading directly on their iPhone Read more
Diabetes risk: Sodas worse for you than other sugary foods, study says
Consuming too many sodas can negatively affect your health. In fact, it may increase your risk of diabetes more than other sugary foods, according to a new report.” Source: Diabetes Read more
Can fermented dairy shield you against heart disease?
Many experts have debated the effect of dairy on cardiovascular health. A recent study in Finland has shown that consuming a particular type of dairy, namely fermented dairy, may actually Read more
How reversing diabetes cost to drive savings impact is viable
The healthcare system could save $10 billion annually if Type 2 sufferers used dietary changes to reduce HbA1c levels by 1 percent. Source: How reversing diabetes cost to drive savings Read more
Insulin’s High Cost Leads To Lethal Rationing
  Alec Raeshawn Smith was 23 when diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes and 26 when he died. He couldn’t afford $1,300 per month for his insulin and other diabetes supplies, so he tried Read more
Inflammation at diagnosis linked to type 1 diabetes progression
Inflammation levels at diagnosis of type 1 diabetes could be linked with how the condition progresses, research suggests. The US study team behind the findings had been investigating Read more
National diabetes coalition, ADA advise preparedness for people with diabetes during Hurricane Florence’s approach
The Diabetes Disaster Response Coalition created several resources to aid people with diabetes in areas of the U.S. that are most at risk for damage from Hurricane Florence. The Read more
In a scientific first, researchers gave people BPA — and saw a link to precursor of type 2 diabetes
A first-of-its-kind study of a small group of people exposed to a very small amount of bisphenol-A (BPA) is raising questions about the federal government’s stance that low doses of Read more
Coffee May Have Another Perk for Kidney Patients
Could that morning cup of joe bring a health boost to people battling kidney disease? Source: Coffee May Have Another Perk for Kidney Read more
11 Surprising Things That Can Make Us Gain Weight
Eating too much and not exercising may be the main causes of obesity, but it turns out they aren’t the only things that build the bulge. Source: 11 Surprising Things That Can Make Us Read more
30 Million Americans Now Have Diabetes
1 in 7 Americans has diabetes, and many don’t even know they have the blood sugar disease, a new report shows. Source: 30 Million Americans Now Have Read more
What are the benefits of ubiquinol supplements for type 2 diabetes?
The recent development of an innovative liquid ubiquinol supplement led researchers to examine possible ubiquinol benefits for type 2 diabetes. Source: What are the benefits of ubiquinol Read more
Intensive lifestyle changes best for people with BMI above 30, task force says
People with body mass index of 30 or higher need intensive behavioral interventions, including diet changes and more physical activity, according to the USPSTF. Source: Intensive lifestyle Read more
Meal timing and weight loss: Does it matter when you eat?
Everyone knows that what you eat can impact your waistline and your overall health, but emerging research now suggests that when you eat can also play a role. Source: Meal timing and weight Read more
Whole-Fat Dairy Associated with Heart Benefit in PURE Study
Even the saturated fat from it appears acquitted in observational data Source: Whole-Fat Dairy Associated with Heart Benefit in PURE Read more
Hospital Food You Can Get Excited About
Bland, institutional food can be bad for patients in many ways. Source: Hospital Food You Can Get Excited Read more
Everything You Know About Obesity Is Wrong
For decades, the medical community has ignored mountains of evidence to wage a cruel and futile war on fat people, poisoning public perception and ruining millions of lives. It’s time Read more