A novel study in southern China uncovers interconnected symptom patterns in hospitalised patients with type 2 diabetes, highlighting five core symptom clusters and potential implications for comprehensive care. A new network analysis of hospitalised patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus…
A Vietnamese man with longstanding diabetes suffered a severe foot infection after soaking his feet in herbal water, highlighting dangers of unproven home remedies and stressing the importance of proper wound care for diabetics. A 66-year-old man with long-running type…
A recent study from Oman reveals how different tools for assessing medication adherence yield varying results, impacting patient support strategies in diabetes management. Medication adherence remains a stubborn weak point in chronic disease care, and the stakes are high. The…
Scientists discover that metformin’s glucose-lowering effects may involve direct action in the brain, opening prospects for more targeted diabetes treatments. Scientists say a common diabetes medicine may do more than work through the liver and gut. A Baylor College of…
Eating vegetables first, followed by protein and starch, could help regulate blood sugar levels and boost meal satisfaction, according to guidance from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and nutrition experts. Eating vegetables first, then protein and starch, may…
Experts highlight that combining resistance exercises and sufficient protein intake is essential for maintaining muscle mass in individuals using GLP-1 medications for weight loss, ensuring better long-term health outcomes. People using GLP-1 medication to lose weight are often told to…
As prolonged sitting becomes recognised as a serious health threat, experts advocate for regular activity throughout the day to mitigate risks linked to inactivity, beyond traditional gym routines. Sitting for long stretches is increasingly being treated as a health risk…
Emerging research shows that the kidneys play a crucial role in glucose management, influencing blood sugar levels before diabetes develops. Recognising this could transform prevention strategies and support holistic metabolic health. Blood sugar control is usually framed as a story…
A comprehensive analysis of over 720,000 adults reveals a potential connection between heavy artificial sweetener use and higher chances of developing type 2 diabetes, prompting renewed debate over sugar substitute safety. A new meta-analysis drawing on data from more than…
A new Filipino low-carb meal plan promotes practical and affordable modifications to traditional dishes, supporting health goals without sacrificing familiar flavours, and emphasizing sustainability and local ingredients. A Filipino low-carb meal plan can be practical, affordable and still recognisably home-cooked,…
