November 2, 2016 Biking for work or play may stave off heart disease Adults who bike regularly, whether for fun or for transportation, may have a lower risk of cardiovascular disease than people who don't spend much time cycling, two recent studies suggest.
November 2, 2016 Distress and depression with type 2 diabetes tied to skipping meds People with type 2 diabetes who also have symptoms of distress or depression are more likely than others to miss or skip their diabetes medications, according to a recent study.
November 1, 2016 Industry-funded studies don't find sweet drinks linked to obesity, diabetes Do sugar-sweetened beverages like soda and fruit drinks cause obesity and diabetes?
October 27, 2016 5 foods diabetics should add to their diets People with Type 2 diabetes — the most common form of the disease, characterized by resistance to insulin (essential for a healthy metabolism) and high blood sugar levels — rely on such medications as Glucophage (metformin) or Acarbose to control the condition.
October 25, 2016 E-cigarettes could be used to help combat obesity in smokers trying to quit: study Researchers in Britain and New Zealand have found a potential new use for electronic cigarettes in smokers who want to give up - controlling appetite and limiting the weight gain that often comes with quitting.
October 24, 2016 Type 1 diabetes often comes with other autoimmune diseases People with type 1 diabetes often develop other autoimmune disorders, such as thyroid and gastrointestinal diseases, and a recent study yields new information about this link.
October 24, 2016 10 things your doctor wants you to know Between the time devoted to insurance paperwork and large patient panels to keep up with financial pressures, most doctors have just 15 minutes to spend with each patient.
October 20, 2016 Teenage weight tied to odds of diabetes-related death decades later The increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and eventually dying from the disease, begins early in life and at weights in the "normal" range, a new study suggests.
October 20, 2016 Glucose tablets likely better for easing low blood sugar symptoms When people with diabetes experience a dangerous drop in blood sugar, glucose tablets might be a better option than a sugary food or drink, a study suggests.
October 20, 2016 Cutting calories may dial back 'metabolic syndrome' in older adults For overweight and obese older men and women, adding calorie restriction to a resistance training schedule improves at least some metabolic markers, according to a new study.
