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About 100 million Americans have diabetes or prediabetes. Estimates suggest a similar number of people have high blood pressure. Unfortunately, those numbers don’t seem to be getting any smaller. But new research is adding onto an already robust pile of evidence showing that one of the best defenses against these conditions, and many more, is ...click here to read more

Lowering the risk of diabetes and high blood pressure could be as simple as having a dairy-rich diet. According to a new study published online in BMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care, consuming at least two daily servings of dairy is linked to lower risks of high blood pressure and diabetes, as well as the ...click here to read more

According to new research, patients with type 2 diabetes had worse cognitive performance three to six months after a stroke. Compared to patients with normal fasting blood sugar levels, researchers found diabetics had poor results in cognitive function, but not those with prediabetes. Published in the journal of the American Stroke Association, Stroke, the study ...click here to read more

According to new research published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society, older men who have sarcopenia may be at a higher risk for diabetes. The study, which looked at age-related muscle loss and blood sugar regulation, did not find the same outcome in women. The study analyzed data from 871 men and 984 women ...click here to read more

In patients diagnosed with COVID-19, those who also have diabetes appear to have more severe symptoms, rapid progression, and a worse prognosis. According to a study published in Diabetes Metabolism Research and Reviews, researchers found biomarkers to suggest patients with diabetes showed a rapid progression of COVID-19 compared to patients without diabetes. The study was ...click here to read more

Patients who have heart disease may face a different treatment approach if they have also been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2D). According to a new American Heart Association Scientific Statement published in the journal Circulation, there has been a change to the latest advances in treatments for patients who have both coronary artery disease ...click here to read more

High blood sugar is known to wreak havoc on the human body. It can impair vision and mobility, promote inflammation, and lead to type-2 diabetes. If it’s not kept in check, you’re at risk for all of these conditions and more. But a new study is showing associations between oral hygiene and blood sugar management. ...click here to read more

A popular drug used to treat diabetes has now shown an association with an increased risk of heart problems, especially heart failure. Research published in The BMJ shows how the drug rosiglitazone could have possible side effects that may be worse than the disease it is intended for. The research conducted by the Yale School ...click here to read more

You don’t often hear men complain about too much testosterone. In fact, most would wouldn’t mind a little more. But the story is quite different for women. Whereas higher levels of testosterone are typically associated with health benefits in men, high testosterone could pose a series of health risks for women, including type-2 diabetes. And ...click here to read more

For years, public health officials in the United States and around the world have been concerned about the rapid increase of type 1 diabetes. With the rise in the disease, scientists and researchers are at a loss when trying to identify a direct cause. One thing that many have questioned, however, is if changes in the ...click here to read more

The risk of diabetes may be avoided with daily physical activity, according to a study published in Endocrine Connections. Researchers suggest that even a lower intensity of physical activity could help prevent metabolic diseases such as diabetes. Not getting enough physical activity could lead to metabolic complications such as diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. It ...click here to read more

Lower body mass index (BMI) has been shown to reduce the risk of type II diabetes, according to a new study. Weight loss interventions that lower BMI have been consistently associated with a reduced type II diabetes risk among people with weight problems, varied family history, and genetic risk factors. The study published in PLOS ...click here to read more

If you’re like most people, you’re likely to assume that natural fruit juice is healthful. It comes from fruit, and it’s rich in vitamins and minerals that fit into a healthy diet. The box says so, the posters at your neighborhood juicery say so, and fruits are good for you. But How can this be? ...click here to read more

A new study presented at the Annual European Congress of Rheumatology (EULAR 2019) has shown an increased rate of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in those with type 1 diabetes and inflammatory bowel disease. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disease that can affect more than just the joints. Many people experience fatigue, loss of appetite, and ...click here to read more