Discover practical lifestyle and wellbeing advice for living with diabetes, including exercise, sleep, stress management and healthy habits that support everyday health.
Advanced metabolic testing can uncover underlying health risks often missed in standard check-ups, offering a more comprehensive view of long-term cardiometabolic health and early warning signs of diabetes and heart disease. Normal weight does not always mean healthy metabolism, and…
Apollo Spectra Hospital in Alwarpet introduces an advanced super specialty clinic for diabetic foot care, aiming to improve early detection and reduce amputations as India’s diabetes epidemic accelerates. Apollo Spectra Hospital in Alwarpet, Chennai, has opened an Advanced Super Specialty…
Researchers at UC San Diego have developed CHARM, a smart ring capable of analysing sweat for metabolic biomarkers, potentially revolutionising real-time health monitoring and diabetes management. Researchers at the University of California, San Diego have developed a smart ring that…
A study involving nearly 90,000 patients uncovers discrepancies between treatment changes and individualised glycaemic targets in older adults, raising concerns over overtreatment and undertreatment in diabetes management. Among older adults with type 2 diabetes, treatment changes often do not match…
A Russian therapist warns that diabetes can develop in individuals who appear lean or carry atypical fat distribution, challenging the conventional association with excess weight. With millions of Russians unaware they have the condition, experts stress the importance of recognising…
Diabetic kidney disease often develops silently over years before symptoms appear, underscoring the importance of regular testing and early intervention to prevent irreversible damage. Kidney disease linked to diabetes can develop for years before most people notice anything is wrong,…
New research reveals that type 2 diabetes is increasing rapidly among women under 40 in Britain, disrupting the traditional view that it is mainly an illness of older adults and highlighting a widening public health challenge. New research from Britain…
A recent retrospective study suggests that SGLT2 inhibitors may be associated with a reduced risk of dementia in adults with type 2 diabetes and a history of traumatic brain injury, prompting calls for further research. A class of diabetes medicines…
A recent case highlights the silent progression of diabetic retinopathy and underscores the importance of regular eye screenings and blood sugar control to prevent irreversible vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy is one of diabetes’s quietest dangers: it can damage the retina…
New research reveals that hormonal shifts during the menstrual cycle can significantly affect blood glucose and appetite, highlighting the need for tailored management for women with metabolic conditions. The week before a period can bring more than mood swings and…
Epsom salt foot soaks remain a popular, low-cost method for easing foot soreness, but recent guidance highlights limited scientific evidence and warns diabetics to exercise caution due to potential skin risks. Epsom salt foot soaks can be a useful way…
Recurrent or worsening pins and needles sensations in the feet can signal deeper nerve problems. Experts emphasise recognising patterns, understanding potential causes like diabetes or vitamin deficiencies, and seeking timely medical assessment to prevent complications. Pins and needles in the…
