Category Archives: Diabetes

High blood sugar is known to wreak havoc on the human body. It can impair vision and mobility, promote inflammation, and lead to type-2 diabetes. If it’s not kept in check, you’re at risk for all of these conditions and more. But a new study is showing associations between oral hygiene and blood sugar management. ...click here to read more

Are you fed up with the dangers of high blood sugar? If you are, it might be time to take a stand against this risky health condition. High blood sugar puts a lot of stress on your body. Aside from leading to metabolic conditions like type-2 diabetes, unchecked elevated blood sugar can damage important blood ...click here to read more

Sugary coffee drinks are tempting for many people, but they could be the cause of various health issues including poor sleep quality. A small U.S. study found that women who consume energy drinks and high-calorie coffee beverages tended to have more sleep problems compared with those who didn’t consume the drinks. “Young adulthood is a ...click here to read more

A popular drug used to treat diabetes has now shown an association with an increased risk of heart problems, especially heart failure. Research published in The BMJ shows how the drug rosiglitazone could have possible side effects that may be worse than the disease it is intended for. The research conducted by the Yale School ...click here to read more

It’s funny how much we love spending to make us healthier. We’re always on the lookout for foods to eat, supplements to take, and pills to do this, that, and the other. And all of those things can be extremely helpful in making you healthy. But imagine there was one food or supplement that had ...click here to read more

Strong and healthy muscles matter. There is really no other way to say it. Your muscles allow you to move freely, send blood throughout your body, lift things, and promote independence. Without strong muscles, you’re at risk for diminished independence and a host of health troubles. Muscles even play a role in ways you might ...click here to read more

Sugar is pretty serious stuff. What used to be an ingredient reserved for the occasional sweet treat is now added—in major amounts—to a number of packaged foods. The impact has been devastating. Excess intake of added sugar has been identified as one of the main causes of a number of modern illnesses. Weight gain, obesity, ...click here to read more

For years, public health officials in the United States and around the world have been concerned about the rapid increase of type 1 diabetes. With the rise in the disease, scientists and researchers are at a loss when trying to identify a direct cause. One thing that many have questioned, however, is if changes in the ...click here to read more

Being selective about what you eat takes on more importance when you’re diabetic. The difference between a right and wrong choice can have major consequences. But what does a healthy eating plan for a diabetic even look like? You might be surprised to learn that it doesn’t look very different from general dietary guidelines. Fruits, ...click here to read more

We’re going there: New Year’s resolutions. You might not make a formal declaration, but I’m sure that somewhere in the back of your mind, there’s something you’re hoping to accomplish in 2020. For many people, it’s getting healthier. More specifically, it’s losing weight. The problem with this resolution is twofold. The first is that most ...click here to read more

The risk of diabetes may be avoided with daily physical activity, according to a study published in Endocrine Connections. Researchers suggest that even a lower intensity of physical activity could help prevent metabolic diseases such as diabetes. Not getting enough physical activity could lead to metabolic complications such as diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. It ...click here to read more

For many, the holidays are centered on food. Turkey, stuffing, cranberry, Yule log, eggnog, and various spirits not only help liven up the season, but they practically hold it up. If you’re struggling with weight, high blood sugar, or high blood pressure, the season can be especially difficult. It’s tough when you have your health ...click here to read more

Lower body mass index (BMI) has been shown to reduce the risk of type II diabetes, according to a new study. Weight loss interventions that lower BMI have been consistently associated with a reduced type II diabetes risk among people with weight problems, varied family history, and genetic risk factors. The study published in PLOS ...click here to read more

If you have diabetes, you know that you should be trying to lower your blood pressure. But how low do you need to go? A brand-new study has identified a new target blood pressure that can reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and overall mortality in diabetics. Roughly 420 million people around the world ...click here to read more