Scientists Identify Genetic Variant Associated with Heart Disease in Type 2 Diabetes
Scientists have identified a previously unknown genetic variant associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) in type 2 diabetic patients.
Vitamin B Therapy Dangerous for Millions of Diabetics with Kidney Disease
The use of vitamin B to stop kidney damage in people with diabetes needs a closer look, and those with kidney damage now taking high vitamin B doses, should stop.
Being Sedentary, Such as Watching a Lot of TV, Increases the Risk for Diabetes:...
sedentary lifestyle, as indicated by time spent watching television, is associated with an increased risk for type 2 diabetes; and greater physical activity is associated with a reduced risk, according to an article in the June 25 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine, a member of the JAMA family of journals.
Elusive Pancreatic Stem Cells Found in Adult Mice
Just as many scientists had given up the search, researchers have discovered that the pancreas does indeed harbor stem cells with the capacity to generate new insulin-producing beta cells.
Diabetes Patients Rank Health Concerns Differently Than Their Doctors
About one-third of doctors and their patients with diabetes do not see eye to eye on the most important health conditions to manage.
Bundling 2 Low-Cost Heart Drugs Prevents Heart Attack and Stroke in Large, Diverse Population
A program that bundled two generic, low-cost drugs and gave daily doses to diabetics or heart disease sufferers is estimated to have prevented heart attacks and strokes in the first year.
Focus on Exercise Alone Makes Greater Improvement Than Diet and Medicine in People with...
Diabetes is often called a lifestyle disease, and now a new study verifies that a lifestyle change brings strong improvements.
Researchers: Traditional Chinese Exercises Can Help Combat Diabetes
A pilot study for Australia's first clinical trial to evaluate the effectiveness of traditional Chinese exercises in preventing the growing problem of diabetes has produced startling results.
Tart Cherries May Reduce Heart/Diabetes Risk Factors
Tart cherries - frequently sold dried, frozen or in juice - may have more than just good taste and bright red color going for them, according to new research .
Exercise Helps Diabetics Control Heart-Related Problems
exercise physiologist suggests that exercise, mainly aerobic activity and weight training, may provide multiple solutions to heart problems.
Life-Extending Protein Keeps Blood Sugar In Check
A protein that extends lifespan in yeast, worms, and flies keeps blood sugar under control in mice, reports a new study in the August Cell Metabolism.
Connection Between Heart Disease and Blood Sugar Levels in Men Studied
Men with cardiovascular disease may be at considerably increased risk for death even when their blood sugar level remains in the normal range.
Study May Lead to New Treatments for Type 2 diabetes
Activating a specialized type of fat, known as brown adipose tissue, may help combat obesity as well as result in better glucose control for type 2 diabetes.
Eri Patents Treatments For Insulin Resistance In Diabetes Accompanying Obesity
Researchers have patented a method of reducing insulin resistance.
Study Documents Outstanding Surgical Outcomes for Diabetes Patients
Contrary to the long-held belief that surgery poses a significant danger to patients with diabetes mellitus, a 10-year study of more than 6,500 patients has shown a mortality rate of only 1 percent among diabetes patients undergoing major vascular operations.
People Who Sleep Less Than Six Hours Nightly Risk Developing Diabetes
To the many problems associated with lack of sleep -- moodiness, memory problems, difficulty concentrating -- add the risk of developing diabetes.
