Find practical information about diabetes treatment and management, including blood sugar monitoring, medications, lifestyle changes, complications and everyday diabetes care.
An HbA1c reading of 6.1% indicates prediabetes, a warning sign that warrants lifestyle changes and careful monitoring to prevent progression to type 2 diabetes, according to medical experts. An HbA1c reading of 6.1% sits in the prediabetes range, a result…
A focus on low glycaemic index foods like quinoa, sweet potatoes, and lentils offers a sustainable approach to managing blood sugar levels, shifting the narrative from elimination to smart selection of carbs. Managing diabetes does not mean cutting out carbohydrates…
Brazil’s health regulator Anvisa has authorised the registration of two liraglutide-based generics, paving the way for broader access to essential treatments for type 2 diabetes and obesity, though market entry remains subject to pricing and prescription regulations. Brazil’s health regulator…
A recent study challenges previous assumptions by showing that, when comparing doses directly, semaglutide’s effectiveness in weight reduction approaches that of tirzepatide, prompting a nuanced re-evaluation of their relative benefits. Average results have recently made tirzepatide look like the more…
The FDA’s approval of over-the-counter continuous glucose monitoring for children signals a major turning point in diabetes care, with market leaders Dexcom and Abbott expanding consumer access and boosting growth prospects in 2026. The blood glucose monitoring market is being…
Current clinical guidance emphasises balanced routines, mindful portion control, and gradual weight loss over extreme dieting to manage prediabetes and lower HbA1c levels effectively and sustainably. For people trying to bring down glycated haemoglobin, or HbA1c, the clearest message from…
A new review highlights metformin’s promising biological effects on cellular pathways linked to aging, but stops short of recommending it as an anti-ageing pill pending further large-scale trials. Researchers stress its potential to transform healthy lifespan extension if validated in…
The US FDA has authorised Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro to be marketed for reducing major cardiovascular events in adults with type 2 diabetes at elevated risk, marking a significant milestone in incretin medicine approvals and cardiometabolic treatment strategies. US regulators have…
Emerging research suggests that individual responses to staple foods like rice and bread vary widely, prompting a shift towards personalised dietary advice based on gut microbiome and personal factors rather than universal rules. Cutting out white rice altogether may be…
A US claims-based study uncovers that women with gestational diabetes face heightened risks of obesity, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease within just a few years of delivery, prompting calls for comprehensive postpartum monitoring. A pregnancy complicated by gestational diabetes appears to…
Official medical advice emphasises that controlling blood glucose involves a combination of treatment, lifestyle, and vigilant monitoring, dismissing common misconceptions and highlighting the importance of personalised care in preventing long-term complications. For many people living with diabetes, the biggest misconception…
Recent medical guidance and brand initiatives in Indonesia reveal that well-planned snacks can play a vital role in blood sugar management for people with diabetes, challenging the outdated ‘no snacks’ rule and emphasising moderation, ingredients, and timing. For people living…
