Experts in Belgium call for expanded reimbursement for GLP-1 medications, citing their potential to prevent serious health conditions and improve patients’ quality of life, as current criteria may be too restrictive amid rising obesity rates. Belgium is facing a growing…
Modest changes to how rice is cooked and paired , including adding fats, cooling, and reheating , can reduce its metabolic impact, new research indicates, although some claims remain contested. White rice does not have to be a one-way ticket…
While frozen yoghurt is often perceived as a lighter dessert option, its sugar content and nutritional balance may challenge that assumption, with health experts urging moderation and mindful choices. For anyone watching blood sugar, the choice between frozen yoghurt and…
While spaghetti shapes are only skin-deep, choosing wholegrain or legume-based pasta and cooking methods can significantly impact its health benefits, shifting focus from pasta type to ingredients and pairing choices. Supermarket shelves may be lined with spaghetti, penne, fusilli, farfalle…
Both peanuts and popcorn can be part of a blood-sugar-conscious diet, but portion control and preparation methods are key to maximising their health benefits, according to recent health insights. When choosing snacks to help steady blood sugar, dietitians often recommend…
A 24-week study in India finds that combining a lacto-vegetarian diet with a 14-hour daily eating window improves blood sugar control and promotes weight loss in women with type 2 diabetes, offering promising insights into dietary management of the condition.…
New research and medical approaches are offering hope to those suffering from persistent diabetic neuropathy, with spinal cord stimulation emerging as a promising option for pain relief beyond traditional drugs. For many people with diabetes, neuropathy is not an abstract…
As Egypt prepares for Mawlid, health professionals emphasise the importance of moderation in enjoying traditional sweets, balancing cultural practices with health considerations amidst warnings about sugar and ingredient risks. As Egypt prepares for the Prophet’s birthday celebrations, Dr Magdy Nazih…
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…
A small University of Illinois Chicago trial indicates that limiting eating to an eight-hour window may help some adults with type 1 diabetes improve blood glucose management safely, sparking cautious optimism for wider application. A small clinical trial from the…
