Drying grapes concentrates their natural sugars, making portion control especially important for people with diabetes or insulin resistance, while fresh grapes generally have a lower blood sugar impact. Fresh grapes are generally the better choice for people watching their blood…
Blueberries may have a lower glycaemic impact than grapes, but experts say portion size and pairing fruit with protein or healthy fats matter more than the choice alone. Blueberries appear to be the more blood-sugar-friendly choice than grapes, but the…
A review of 129 reports from 58 countries finds that digital screening and task-sharing are expanding access to diabetic eye checks, but weak referral and treatment pathways leave many patients at risk of avoidable sight loss. A new scoping review…
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…
Refined carbohydrates can raise blood sugar quickly, but portion size, fibre, protein and overall meal balance matter more than banning individual foods. Dietitian advice on carbohydrates often gets boiled down to a simple rule: avoid white bread and white rice.…
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…
A large primary care trial found continuous glucose monitors significantly improved blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes who do not use insulin, potentially influencing future treatment guidelines and coverage. Continuous glucose monitors could reshape day-to-day diabetes care…
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…
Giving mice olive oil 15 minutes before glucose temporarily reduced their early blood-sugar surge, with researchers linking the effect to slower stomach emptying and hormonal and vagus-nerve signalling. A new study from Kyoto University suggests that drinking olive oil before…
A small Houston pilot found that culturally adapted cooking lessons paired with lifestyle coaching were well received and may strengthen the link between programme attendance and weight loss. A pilot study from Houston suggests that culturally tailored cooking classes may…
