How glycaemic index affects blood sugar and discover practical guidance on low-GI foods, meal choices and healthier eating for diabetes management.
A gastroenterologist warns that refined white bread is quickly digested and may leave people hungry sooner, while research points to higher-fibre alternatives as a better choice for blood sugar control. White bread is the variety most worth limiting because it…
A Taiwanese doctor has warned that relying on refined-flour buns as a main meal for months can contribute to fatigue, weight gain and rising blood sugar. An elderly man’s habit of living on frozen pork and spring onion buns for…
French researchers found that people with the highest estimated intake of Neu5Gc, a sugar molecule absorbed from red meat, had a 63% higher relative risk of developing type 2 diabetes , but the observational findings do not prove cause and…
From lentils and split peas to raspberries, chia seeds and bran cereal, these affordable everyday foods can make reaching higher fibre targets simpler. Lentils sit near the top of any practical list of high-fibre foods because they do more than…
A study of 1,356 adults without diabetes suggests that average glucose, time spent above 140 mg/dL and glucose variability may sharpen cardiovascular risk assessment, although longer-term research is needed. Continuous glucose monitoring may offer a new way to gauge future…
Fresh figs can fit into a balanced diet because their fibre slows sugar absorption, but dried fruit and oversized portions may trigger a sharper rise in blood glucose. For people trying to keep blood sugar in check, figs can seem…
Excess sugar in any form can damage teeth, disrupt blood-sugar levels and raise the risk of metabolic disease, while experts suggest fruit and berries as safer sources of sweetness. Too much sugar, in any form, can damage health over time,…
Advancements in continuous ketone monitoring technology promise earlier detection of diabetic ketoacidosis, potentially reducing hospital admissions and improving patient outcomes with new wearable devices gaining regulatory approval. A new wave of continuous ketone monitoring technology is drawing attention as doctors…
Research indicates that the nutrient balance and processing of breakfast staples like eggs and toast with peanut butter significantly impact blood sugar and blood pressure, with added salt and fats playing a critical role. For people watching blood sugar or…
Ophthalmic surgeon Chien Wong highlights how gradual vision changes can serve as early indicators of diabetes, urging regular eye examinations to prevent serious complications. A gradual change in vision can be an early warning sign of diabetes, according to ophthalmic…
A model based on NHS England’s approach indicates that structured lifestyle interventions could improve health outcomes and save costs in Canada, though benefits vary with age and duration of effect. A diabetes prevention programme modelled on the NHS England approach…
A new German study reveals that, alongside traditional goals of tight glucose control, greater day-to-day glucose fluctuations, within safe limits, may be linked to improved mood and quality of life for some individuals living with diabetes, challenging existing assumptions. Managing…
