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...
Researchers: Exercise Can Reduce Prevent Diabetes for People of any Weight
Taking a brisk half-hour walk every day can decrease a person's risk of developing diabetes regardless of their weight.
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.
NIH Launches First Study to Examine Long-Term Effects of Weight Loss and Exercise in...
The first long-term study to look at the effects of weight loss in people with type 2 diabetes was launched at the annual meeting of the American Diabetes Association today.
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.
Help Manage Diabetes: Take a Short Walk After Meals
New research from New Zealand's University of Otago suggests that people managing type 2 diabetes should walk after meals to gain the greatest blood...
Exercising with Peers Has Added Appeal, Group Exercise is Highly Motivating
A new study in the April issue of the Annals of Behavioral Medicine has found if given a choice of exercising alone, with people younger or older or with people their same age, most adults would rather exercise with others in their own age group.
Study: Amish Children Are 2-Times More Physically Active Than Non-Amish Children
Old Order Amish children are much more physically active and three times less likely to be overweight than non-Amish children, which may provide them with some long-term protection against developing Type 2 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.
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.
Study: More Evidence That Exercise Pivotal in Preventing or Fighting Diabetes
A new study says that acute exercise, as little as 15 minutes a day, can have a profound influence on preventing and fighting the disease.
Obese Children Metabolize Drugs Differently Than Healthy Weight Children
Researchers have provided the first evidence-based data on changes in drug metabolism in obese children as compared to healthy weight children.
Diet and Exercise Dramatically Delay Type 2 Diabetes: Diabetes Medication Metformin Also Effective
At least 10 million Americans at high risk for type 2 diabetes can sharply lower their chances of getting the disease with diet and exercise, according to the findings of a major clinical trial.
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.
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.
