Learn how carbohydrate counting works, how to estimate carbs in everyday foods and how better meal planning can support blood sugar management.
Fresh filings reveal several institutional investors, including Man Group, are building new positions in DexCom as the FDA broadens access to its Stelo glucose sensor for children, intensifying competition in the growing continuous glucose monitoring sector. DexCom is drawing renewed…
Endocrinologists are challenging the long-standing use of sliding scale insulin, arguing it reflects outdated understanding amid calls for more personalised and carbohydrate-aware approaches to diabetes management. Sliding scale insulin, a habit that has survived almost a century of diabetes care,…
With millions unaware they have the condition, a Medford physician urges lifestyle changes to curb the rising prediabetes threat affecting nearly 115 million Americans, emphasising early intervention can prevent worsening health outcomes. Prediabetes affects an estimated 115.2 million American adults,…
Nutrition experts highlight the potential of consuming leafy greens to support blood sugar management and cardiovascular health, emphasising their role in stabilising insulin resistance and lowering cholesterol levels. Nutritionists often emphasise that what is on the plate can matter as…
A new perspective suggests that people with diabetes need not completely avoid desserts; instead, focus on balanced eating, portion control, and choosing healthier options, as highlighted by recent guidance and expert columns. A diagnosis of diabetes does not mean desserts…
A Japanese physician highlights the effectiveness of brief, targeted squats performed immediately after meals, which may surpass longer walks in reducing blood sugar spikes and improving metabolic health, supported by recent research. A Japanese physician is drawing fresh attention to…
State lawmakers and healthcare professionals rally for Governor Hochul to sign a bill that would expand diabetes detection for Asian Americans by lowering screening BMI thresholds, addressing a significant health disparity in New York City. State lawmakers and doctors are…
A court in Brazil’s Federal District has ordered Bradesco Saúde to cover insulin pumps for a patient with type 1 diabetes, reflecting a growing judiciary push to mandate health plan coverage for essential medical devices when prescribed by doctors. A…
Experts warn that carbohydrate-heavy breakfasts and sugary drinks can worsen blood sugar levels for those with prediabetes. Incorporating moderate carbs, protein, fibre, and limiting added sugar may help stabilise glucose and prevent progression to type 2 diabetes. For people with…
The distinction between sugar content, processing methods, and cooking techniques reveals that low sugar potatoes are not necessarily low-GI foods, highlighting the need for clearer labelling and consumer awareness. Potatoes may be naturally low in simple sugars, but that does…
Lagos-based start-up EatWell Technologies launches EatWell AI, a personalised nutrition platform tailored to African diets, integrating meal analysis, activity tracking, and community health partnerships to drive proactive wellbeing in Nigeria and beyond. EatWell Technologies, a Lagos-based digital health start-up, has…
Excess intake of starch-derived sweeteners, especially from soft drinks, accelerates absorption, strains the liver, and heightens risks of obesity, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes, with implications for pregnancy and childhood health, says Prof. Dr. Okan Bülent Yıldız. Excess consumption…
