Vitamin C May Help ‘Juice Up’ Metabolism in Older Adults, Offsetting Weight Gain
Study indicates older adults may be able to combat oxidative stress in their cells that may damage tissues and interfere with normal physiological functions by loading up on vitamin C.
Teenagers with Type 2 Diabetes Show Signs of Impaired Heart Function
Heart function may be affected in people with Type 2 diabetes as early as adolescence, according to a new study.
Blood Thinner Rivaroxaban Beats Aspirin for Clots and Thromboembolism
A McMaster University study discovered that the blood thinner rivaroxaban is better at preventing future blood clots than aspirin, and just as safe. An international...
Cardiotrophin 1 Shows Promising Results for Treatment of Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity
Scientists have discovered that cardiotrophin 1, a protein synthesized by muscle cells and adipose tissue, has a marked effect on fat and glucose metabolism.
Buckwheat May Be Beneficial For Managing Diabetes
Researchers have found new evidence that buckwheat, a grain used in making pancakes and soba noodles, may be beneficial in the management of diabetes.
Peripheral Nerve Damage Discovery: New Hope for Diabetics
New discovery could lead to effective repair therapies for those suffering peripheral nerve damage and offers hope to millions of people with diabetes. Research published...
Study: Obamacare Improving Management of Diabetes and Other Conditions
Study shows major positive benefits from improved diagnosis and treatment of chronic diseases, like diabetes, resulting from the expansion of health insurance coverage due...
Discovery of Pancreatic Cell Defect Could Lead to New Diabetes Treatment
Researchers have found a cellular defect that can impair the body's ability to handle high glucose levels, pointing the way to new treatments for...
Strokes: Dental X-Rays Reveal More Than Cavities
Dental visits usually result in patient recommendations to floss or reschedule more appointments to treat a cavity, however, some patients are learning they may be at risk for a stroke too.
Common Arthritis Drug Helps Wound Healing, Stem Cell Survival
Scientists have found a new way to protect stem cells from harsh inflammation during wound repair, and it involves a common anti-inflammatory drug.
High-Sugar Diet Pushing Some Latino Kids Toward Type 2 Diabetes
Overweight Latino children who consume lots of sugar-especially in sugary drinks-show signs of beta cell decline, a precursor of type 2 diabetes, according to researchers.
Insulin Pump Cuts Cardiovascular Disease Mortality in Half
People with type 1 diabetes who use insulin pump therapy face almost 50% less risk of dying from cardiovascular disease than those who take...
Diabetics with Cancer: Get Your Act Together or Sugar Levels Will Kill You Before...
Diabetics are at a higher risk of getting cancer and uncontrolled high blood sugar is more likely to kill them and impairs their immune...
Experts Say Cut Omega-6, Boost Omega-3 to Curb Obesity Rates
Experts are urging that we cut dietary omega 6 and boost omega 3 to curb soaring obesity rates, citing the the current ratio is...
Extensive TV Watching Linked with Increased Risk of Type 2 Diabetes, CVD and All-Cause...
In an analysis of data from several studies, watching television for 2-3 hours per day or more was associated with a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, fatal and nonfatal cardiovascular disease and all-cause death.
Leptin: A ‘Missing Link’ Between Obesity and Diabetes?
Single hormone appears to regulate blood sugar in two different ways.
