Study Raises Questions on Widespread Prescribing of Diabetic Footwear
The evidence suggests that a shift in the diabetic foot care paradigm may be in order.
Exercise Combats Metabolic Syndrome in Older Adults
Moderate program of physical exercise in people age 55 to 75 can significantly offset risk factors metabolic syndrome.
Weight Lifting Can Help Overweight Teens Reduce Risk of 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.
Study: Exercise Harder for People with Diabetic Relatives
Exercise is good for everyone -- but some struggle more than others. Researchers have found that people with a family history of type 2...
Diabetics with Previous Foot Ulcers May Be Able to Participate in Walking Program
Individuals with DM+PN might be able to engage in a graduated walking program under close supervision of a medical professional and thus prevent other life threatening illnesses.
Exercise in Itself Improves Blood Glucose Control in Type 2 Diabetes
Exercise, dietary changes and medication have long been the cornerstones of managing type 2 diabetes. But few studies examine how exercise actually benefits these patients.
Mild Exercise for Seniors Helps Arthritis and More
Researchers found that a low-impact exercise program for seniors helped decrease pain, improve mobility and enhance quality of life for most participants. It's never too...
Walking to Work Cuts Risk of Diabetes and High Blood Pressure
People who walk to work are around 40% less likely to have diabetes as those who drive, according to a new study.
Do Kids Get Good Exercise in Dance Class? Study Says No.
Most parents think that sending their child to dance class provides a good amount of physical activity and exercise. A new study found that...
Fear of Hypoglycemia a Barrier to Exercise for Type 1 Diabetics
Study finds individuals with the greatest fear of physical activity had the poorest control of their diabetes.
Joslin Study: It’s Never Too Late to Start Exercising and Losing Weight
A new study shows that obese adults who lost just 7 percent of their weight and did moderate-intensity physical exercise for six months improved their major blood vessel function by approximately 80 percent, regardless of whether or not they had type 2 diabetes.
Researchers Looking At How Neighborhoods Contribute To Healthy Lifestyles
The project by nutrition researchers from Virginia Tech's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is part of efforts to learn how a neighborhood influences physical activity and diet.
Walking Pace and Risk of Heart Disease Linked in Study
Does your walking pace mean you're at a higher risk of heart disease? Study suggests that people who walk at a certain speed could be at higher risk of heart disease compared to the general population.
Race May Affect Weight And Fitness Level
Race may play an important role in determining a person's obesity and fitness levels, shows a new study.
Targeted Initiatives Can Encourage People to Walk More
People can be encouraged to walk for up to 30-60 minutes more per week if they are given the right kind of help, finds a study published by British Medical Journal.
High-Intensity Physical Training Improves Cardiovascular Fitness in Obese Adolescents
After school lifestyle education and physical training programs can benefit obese children and adolescents by altering their body compositions and providing primary prevention of cardiovascular disease.
