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Overweight Man “Shocked” By Altered Photo Of Himself In New York City Health Ad

Overweight Man “Shocked” By Altered Photo Of Himself In New York City Health Ad

Several years ago Los Angeles resident Cleo Berry was living in New York when he was paid $500 to participate in a photo shoot and now a photograph from that shoot has been altered to play off ... continue
[Op-Ed] Paula Deen Needs To Shut Her Mouth About What She Doesn’t Understand

[Op-Ed] Paula Deen Needs To Shut Her Mouth About What She Doesn’t Understand

Last week in what was surely a surprise to very few people celebrity chef Paula Deen announced that her own cooking has given her type 2 diabetes. Deen is known for her dishes that are typically high ... continue
What Does John Have?

What Does John Have?

Diabetes is a good guess, but we also would have accepted "a lot of cavities." continue
Coffee and Diabetes: The Surprising Good News For Diabetics

Coffee and Diabetes: The Surprising Good News For Diabetics

One of the downsides of diabetes- aside from the serious complications, of course- is the introduction of dietary restrictions for people who may not have ever had to monitor their food intake officially- alcohol, sugar and carbohydrates ... continue
Study: Cholesterol medications raise diabetes risk in women

Study: Cholesterol medications raise diabetes risk in women

The results of a large, long-term study show that post-menopausal women who take cholesterol-lowering statin drugs have a higher risk of developing diabetes than women who do not take any cholesterol medication. The study, published in the Archives ... continue
Diabetes Spurs Sleep Difficulties in Some Young Sufferers, Study Suggests

Diabetes Spurs Sleep Difficulties in Some Young Sufferers, Study Suggests

Juveniles with Type 1 Diabetes often have a bit to contend with as far as managing and living with the effects of the condition, but it appears many of them also struggle with disordered sleep, a new ... continue
Beat Diabetes In Four Months With Reduced Calorie Diet [Research]

Beat Diabetes In Four Months With Reduced Calorie Diet [Research]

A recent study found in Chicago's Radiological Society of North America has revealed that a low-calorie diet is capable of beating diabetes in as little as four months time. The study was conducted by a team of researchers ... continue
Diabetes Breakthrough: Artificial Pancreas Guidelines Detailed by FDA

Diabetes Breakthrough: Artificial Pancreas Guidelines Detailed by FDA

Yesterday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released guidelines outlining development and testing procedures for a new "artificial pancreas" device that could improve the lives of many Americans living with Type 1 Diabetes. The device won't actually replace ... continue
Preferred testing method by American Diabetes Association fails detecting diabetes in kids

Preferred testing method by American Diabetes Association fails detecting diabetes in kids

Diabetes in children is a growing problem in today's society as we see an ever increasing number of children becoming obese and the Centers for Disease Control estimating that approximately 2.5 million children in the US qualify ... continue
Diabetes epidemic could hit 1 in 10 adults by 2030, IDF says

Diabetes epidemic could hit 1 in 10 adults by 2030, IDF says

The International Diabetes Federation has a grim prediction for diabetes over the next several decades: The organization says that by 2030, one in ten adults could have the disease. According to a report by the IDF released on ... continue
Diabetes-cholesterol combo pill approved by FDA

Diabetes-cholesterol combo pill approved by FDA

The FDA has approved a new combination drug, the first of its kind, designed to treat both Type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol. The drug will offer a convenience and savings to those who have to take ... continue
Diabetes In Children Can Lead To Higher Asthma Risk, Poor Blood Sugar Control [Study]

Diabetes In Children Can Lead To Higher Asthma Risk, Poor Blood Sugar Control [Study]

A recent study published in the journal of Pediatrics had found a correlation between children with diabetes and a higher risk of asthma. The study also found that children who have both diabetes and asthma are more ... continue
Good Night’s Sleep May Reduce Type 2 Diabetes in Obese Teens

Good Night’s Sleep May Reduce Type 2 Diabetes in Obese Teens

Obese teenagers who don't get the proper amount of sleep may have disruptions in insulin secretion and blood sugar (glucose) levels, according to pediatric researchers. The study suggests that getting a good night's sleep may stave off ... continue
Alarming Link Found Between Diabetes and Alzheimer’s

Alarming Link Found Between Diabetes and Alzheimer’s

A new study conducted in Japan has found an alarming link between Diabetes and Alzheimer's. The study found that a person with diabetes is more likely to suffer from Alzheimer's or other types of dementia than a person without ... continue
Diabetes Epidemic Worsens, Increases To 366 Million People

Diabetes Epidemic Worsens, Increases To 366 Million People

The International Diabetes Federation announced on Tuesday that the diabetes epidemic is getting worse, now affecting 366 million people around the world. During a meeting in Lisbon the organization said the increase in diabetes sufferers is "staggering" while ... continue
Type 2 Diabetes Being Helped With Yoga Classes [Study]

Type 2 Diabetes Being Helped With Yoga Classes [Study]

People with type 2 diabetes could benefit from simple yoga classes says a new study. Research has shown that yoga, even in small doses can help slightly lower body weight while controlling blood sugar levels. Studying 123 middle-aged ... continue
Diabetes, Pesticide Link Intensifies in New Study

Diabetes, Pesticide Link Intensifies in New Study

Another study has drawn a link between high levels of pesticides in blood tests and increased risk of type 2 diabetes, particularly in individuals that are already overweight. Published in the medical journal Diabetes Care, the new study ... continue
Diabetes Drugs Manufacturer Facing Hundreds Of Lawsuits Over Cancer Claims

Diabetes Drugs Manufacturer Facing Hundreds Of Lawsuits Over Cancer Claims

Takeda Pharmaceuticals CO. LTD  halted sales in June of their popular diabetes drug Actos as the company faces hundreds of lawsuits due to growing suspicion  that the pill raises the risk of developing bladder cancer. Actos is a top ... continue
[LDL Cholesterol Study] Nuts Benefit Type 2 Diabetes

[LDL Cholesterol Study] Nuts Benefit Type 2 Diabetes

Replacing 2 ounces of your daily carbohydrates intake with 2 ounces of nuts could help prevent and treat type 2 diabetes by lowering your LDL cholesterol levels and improving blood sugar control according to a new study. The ... continue
New Study Shows Zinc Prevents Major Diabetes Damage

New Study Shows Zinc Prevents Major Diabetes Damage

A new study led by an Indian professor has revealed that zinc may perform a protective function preventing major damage for those with type 2 diabetes. Ayyalusamy Ramamoorthy, a professor of chemistry and of biophysics at the University ... continue
Crestor Warning: High Dosage Increases Diabetes Risk [Study]

Crestor Warning: High Dosage Increases Diabetes Risk [Study]

Crestor, the drug that helps users lower their cholesterol could also help those same users increase their risk of diabetes. A recent study reported by Bloomberg News has found that high dosages of Crestor, Zocor and other ... continue
Diabetes Drug You Swallow: Gliclazide Now Available in China

Diabetes Drug You Swallow: Gliclazide Now Available in China

Chinese RX company Tianyin Pharmaceutical Co. on Wednesday announced that they have receive a production license for a new anti-diabetic drug called Gliclazide. Gliclazide is an oral anti-diabetic drug used that can be taken by patients to help control ... continue