GSK’s mRNA seasonal flu candidate progresses to late-stage trials, while new cardiovascular and cancer research highlight emerging trends and strategies at the latest DDW round-up ahead of the Drug Discovery Innovators & Investors Digital Forum. DDW’s latest weekly round-up points…
Recent research highlights that both apples and pears, rich in fibre and antioxidants, can be fitting choices for blood sugar management, with their benefits largely dependent on how they are consumed. Fruit is often treated with suspicion in blood sugar…
Experts emphasise the need for regular ketone checks in type 1 diabetes, as a new FDA-approved wearable device enables continuous dual glucose and ketone monitoring to help prevent diabetic ketoacidosis. Experts are urging people with diabetes who are at risk…
A closer look at the varied types of sugar, their sources, and the potential health impacts of different sweeteners, especially fructose, in our diets. Sugar is often treated as a single ingredient, but the chemistry is more varied than that.…
Research at the Florida Institute of Technology suggests that curcumin, the compound in turmeric, may preserve aorta structure and function in diabetic rats, raising hopes for future vascular benefits but highlighting the need for human trials. Researchers at the Florida…
Nutrition experts warn that traditional vrat foods like sabudana, potatoes, and kuttu flour can lead to imbalance if not combined wisely, prompting a shift towards more balanced, protein-rich options to maintain energy and health during the festival. Janmashtami fasting is…
New research suggests that fibre-rich leafy and cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and kale may support insulin sensitivity and glucose control, highlighting the importance of a varied vegetable-rich diet in managing diabetes risk. Green vegetables may do more than round out…
A review of 606 trial abstracts on diabetic foot reveals persistent gaps in reporting essential research details, despite the publication of reporting guidelines like CONSORT-A, highlighting ongoing challenges in research transparency and clarity. A new review published by MDPI’s journal…
Recent analysis suggests that while SGLT2 inhibitors remain vital in managing type 2 diabetes, certain patients face a heightened risk of life-threatening diabetic ketoacidosis, prompting calls for closer monitoring. A new review of evidence suggests that sodium-glucose co-transporter 2, or…
Japanese internal medicine doctor Sō Yamamura conducted a personal experiment revealing that watermelon can cause significant blood sugar spikes, prompting a reassessment of its place in balanced diets during summer. Japanese internal medicine doctor Sō Yamamura has used a video…
