Discover practical lifestyle and wellbeing advice for living with diabetes, including exercise, sleep, stress management and healthy habits that support everyday health.
Therapist Phuong Vo highlights that eating a balanced breakfast and maintaining regular habits can help reduce the mid-afternoon slump, emphasising the importance of steady blood sugar and gentle activity after meals. Therapist Phuong Vo says the simplest way to reduce…
Veterans in southwest Florida face a higher-than-average risk of diabetes-related foot complications, prompting a shift towards immediate, specialised care and proactive self-monitoring to prevent severe outcomes like amputations. Veterans in South-West Florida are facing a diabetes burden that is higher…
A simple breakfast featuring eggs, sweet potatoes and vegetables may help regulate blood pressure and blood sugar levels, emphasising the importance of minimally processed foods, fibre, and balanced nutrients in a heart- and diabetes-friendly diet. A simple breakfast built around…
Experts highlight the importance of diverse exercise routines, combining aerobic, strength, and high-intensity efforts, for optimal long-term heart health and overall fitness. Exercise remains one of the most reliable ways to support long-term heart health, and cardiologists say the biggest…
A recent UK study highlights that maintaining a consistent sleep schedule can significantly reduce mortality risk, urging a shift in focus from sleep duration to sleep regularity for better health outcomes. As summer gives way to September, many people feel…
A new study finds that children and adolescents who shift from overweight to a normal body-mass index may significantly reduce their risk of developing clinical type 1 diabetes, highlighting the potential impact of lifestyle factors in early disease management. A…
A 2026 review of controlled studies suggests that Isha Yoga may significantly reduce stress, anxiety, and depression while enhancing overall well-being, with benefits more pronounced in regular practitioners. Yoga may do more than improve flexibility. A 2026 systematic review of…
Emerging evidence suggests that while one poor night of sleep has little effect on inflammation markers, sustained sleep restriction over several nights significantly elevates inflammatory responses, highlighting the importance of consistent sleep patterns for health. The link between sleep and…
A new study reveals that just 30 seconds of high-intensity sprinting can provoke significantly greater cellular and metabolic reactions than extended moderate exercise, potentially reshaping fitness strategies. A short burst of all-out exercise may trigger a much larger and faster…
Taiwanese dietitian Tsai Cheng-liang highlights how preparation, texture, and portion size influence the impact of starchy foods like sweet potatoes, potatoes, corn, taro, and squash on blood sugar levels, challenging the assumption that choosing ‘natural’ foods alone ensures glucose stability.…
Research tracking nearly 150,000 US health workers suggests that engaging in 90 to 119 minutes of strength training weekly may significantly reduce mortality risks, prompting updates to exercise guidelines tailored to different ages. Lifting weights may help people live longer…
Research highlights the mental health benefits of restorative movement, emphasizing that gentle activities like yoga and tai chi can provide a crucial routine and boost resilience for those experiencing emotional fatigue and stress. When stress starts to build, exercise is…
