Juvenile Diabetes

Decreasing blood levels of a protein that helps control inflammation may be a red flag that could help children avoid type 1 diabetes, researchers say.

Scientists have discovered a new technique for turning embryonic stem cells into insulin-producing pancreatic tissue in what could prove a significant breakthrough in the quest to find new treatments for diabetes.

Teens at risk of developing diabetes can prevent or delay its onset through strength training exercise, a University of Southern California study has found.

A noninvasive tool that measures the skin's autofluorescence could help doctors determine whether people with diabetes are beginning to develop serious complications, according to a study.

Scientists have identified a gene that may play a role in the development of type 1 diabetes.

Young adults who believe they can adhere to the regimen required to control their Type I diabetes have better blood sugar control than those who do not.

The case against swigging soda just got stronger. A review of 88 studies finds strong evidence to reduce population consumption of soft drinks.

researchers have shown that designer molecules can interact with the body's insulin receptor.

Obese teenagers who don't get the proper amount of sleep may have disruptions in insulin secretion and blood sugar (glucose) levels, say pediatric researchers.

The first step in addressing the obesity epidemic is to teach parents of young children how to eat right, according to new research published in Preventive Medicine.

A drug for the treatment of diabetic eye disease has performed better in clinical trials than the current standard treatment using laser surgery.

A study provides new information on the early steps in the development of IR and suggests why insulin-resistant people easily gain weight.

Viruses can both cause and prevent autoimmune disease. Therefore viruses that do not directly destroy b cells may actually enhance the course of autoimmune diabetes.

A new book warns that today's children might be the first generation in modern history to live shorter lives than their parents because of poor diet.

Bullying may keep overweight children on the sidelines, making it more difficult for them to shed pounds.

Obese children who get kidney transplants tend to be younger, shorter and on dialysis longer than their leaner peers, according to a recent study.