A new study has found the cancer preventive property of metformin, a common diabetes drug. The study by Danish researchers has found an association between metformin use and decreased risk of MPN or myeloproliferative neoplasm, a rare type of blood cancer. “Many other studies have investigated the association between metformin use and risk of solid … Read more
William David Spencer was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in August 2020. He was very overweight and had a poor diet, but he first decided to see a doctor when he noticed some wounds that wouldn’t heal on his legs. He said: “I had some abrasive wounds on the back of my legs which would … Read more
Advances in Diabetes Treatment By Camille PeriWebMD Feature WebMD Feature Archive Diabetes treatment is getting better every day. Scientists may be just a few years away from making an artificial pancreas that can safely detect and adjust blood sugar (glucose) levels. In the meantime, new medications and insulin devices can make living with … Read more
Type 2 diabetes is a common condition that causes the levels of sugar (glucose) in a person’s blood to become too high, leading to symptoms like excessive third and needing to pee a lot. Left untreated the condition can lead to eye problems, nerve damage, and even heart attack and stroke. Eating certain foods can’t … Read more
Walking is one of the most underrated forms of exercise. But what a new study has found will help you understand the pace and nature of walking and its impact on health. As per a study available in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, walking at a speed of 4 or more km an hour … Read more
Diabetes can affect many parts of the body, including skin. According to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), skin changes are one of the most common signs of diabetes. When diabetes affects your skin, it’s often a sign that your blood sugar levels are too high over time. This means skin changes can … Read more
Home Health Diabetes Diet: Can Carrots Help Regulate Blood Sugar Levels at Home? Here is What We Know Diabetes symptoms may increase during winter season. However, few low-glycemic index veggies like carrots are often debated to be good for blood sugar. But are they really? Diabetes Diet: Can Carrots Help Regulate Blood Sugar Levels at … Read more
Home Health Type 2 Diabetes Treatment: 5 Herbs And Spices to Reverse Spike in Blood Sugar Level Type 2 Diabetes Treatment: The two major approaches to managing type 2 diabetes are lifestyle modifications and medication. However, some herbs, spices and vitamins, could also help to reverse the sharp rise in your glucose level. Type 2 … Read more
A new study looked at data on more than 6,000 adults, aged 45 to 84, and found eating avocados may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes – most notably in people with an ‘avocado intake biomarker’ in their blood. The findings, published in The Journal of Nutrition, suggested the way we metabolise foods may … Read more
A weight loss plan specifically targeted to those who have type 2 diabetes, Dr Hana Patel shared her insider knowledge on the shake and soup diet. “Participants lose, on average, 13 kg (over two stone) in three months,” said Dr Patel. The NHS programme for diabetics helps people to have better control of their blood … Read more