Diabetes
A weighty decision
While weight-loss surgery may not be for everyone, it has helped Stuart Reich shed nearly 100 pounds and allowed him to better control his diabetes. read more »
Tea’s potential benefits for diabetes
Can a cup of tea help treat diabetes? A recent study found that certain compounds in black tea, called theaflavins and thearubigins, act similarly to insulin in the body. read more »
Vitamin D may improve insulin resistance
Having low levels of vitamin D in the blood has recently been linked to a variety of diseases, including cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. read more »
Diabetes complications found to run in families
If your mom, dad, sister, or brother has diabetes, you’re more likely to develop the disease. Now a new study shows that heredity may affect the likelihood of developing diabetes complications as well. read more »
“Good” cholesterol levels need to be healthy
Treatment for people with type 2 diabetes, who are at special risk for cardiovascular disease, often aims to reduce high blood levels of “bad” LDL (low-density lipo-
protein) cholesterol. read more »
Cautions placed on rosiglitazone
The findings of a large study released this year indicated that the diabetes pill rosiglitazone (Avandia) can increase the risks of heart attack and early death from other heart-related causes. read more »
Food substitutions: tasty alternatives to your favorites
When it comes to diabetes, carbohydrates count. But what do you do when all your favorite foods seem to fall into the high-carb category? Learn how to find lower-carb substitutes for the foods you love. read more »
Heart-protecting drugs important for older people with diabetes
Heart and blood vessel (cardiovascular) disease is a common complication in older adults with diabetes. However, many men and women over age 65 with type 2 diabetes may not be getting the treatment they need to protect their heart. read more »
Avoid a miscoded glucose meter
When people with diabetes use miscoded blood glucose meters to determine their blood sugar level and how much insulin to take, errors often result that can lead to short and long-term health problems. read more »
