Personal diabetes stories and experiences that share real challenges, treatment journeys, lifestyle changes and valuable lessons from people living with diabetes.
From paratha and naan to sweet tea, familiar breakfast choices can trigger sharp glucose rises. Smaller portions, more fibre and better food pairings may help people manage diabetes without abandoning traditional meals. Pakistan’s breakfasts can be a minefield for people…
A new review links energy failure in mitochondria to oxidative stress, inflammation and axon destruction, pointing to potential treatments beyond blood-sugar control. A new review in the Journal of Translational Medicine argues that diabetic neuropathy is driven by far more…
Persistent or sudden changes in vision can signal conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts or retinal disease, making regular examinations and prompt assessment essential. As people move through middle age and beyond, changes in eyesight are often easy to dismiss as…
A methodological letter says uncertain class selection, possible misclassification and inconsistent multiple-testing correction weaken claims that tongue patterns represent clinically meaningful pain profiles. Researchers have urged caution over a study that linked tongue characteristics with musculoskeletal pain in people with…
With nearly one in three Pakistani adults already living with diabetes, experts say changing the order and portions of familiar foods could help curb blood sugar spikes and a projected rise to 70 million cases by 2050. Pakistan is facing…
Analysis of All of Us data found that Black adults with type 2 diabetes living in the least supportive neighbourhoods had a 43% higher prevalence of elevated LDL cholesterol than those in the most favourable areas. A new analysis from…
A carefully chosen annual panel, tracked over time, may offer a clearer picture of cardiovascular, metabolic and hormonal health than wearable data alone. Routine blood testing remains one of the most useful ways to spot hidden health risks before they…
People with prediabetes do not necessarily need to give up rice, bread or pasta, but portion control and pairing carbohydrates with fibre, protein and healthy fats can help steady blood sugar. Keeping blood sugar within a healthy range is one…
Professor Kamlesh Khunti and Louise Ansari have been named among the Health Service Journal’s 75 most influential Black, Asian and minority ethnic people in health, recognising their contributions to diabetes prevention, research and public health. Two prominent figures in diabetes…
Even a minor break in the skin can worsen quickly for people with diabetes, making prompt care and daily checks essential. A small wound on a diabetic big toe should not be ignored. Diabetes UK says even minor breaks in…
Cataract surgery is usually safe for people with diabetes, but retinal disease, macular swelling and slower healing can make assessment and follow-up more complex. For people with diabetes, cataract surgery is generally safe and often restores useful vision, but the…
Todd Engel says he lost sight in both eyes after taking Ozempic, as lawsuits allege patients were not adequately warned about a possible link to a rare optic-nerve condition. Todd Engel, a Maryland resident who says Ozempic left him permanently…
