A Finnish man’s minor foot injury escalated to multiple amputations following alleged improper treatment during routine foot care, highlighting risks faced by diabetics and gaps in regulation. After a routine trip to a foot care provider left 79-year-old Markku with…
A major UK study reveals that approximately one in eight pregnant women in England now diagnoses with gestational diabetes, with alarming increases among Asian women and deprived communities, highlighting growing health disparities and strained maternity services. Gestational diabetes is affecting…
Anna Mannfalk’s advocacy for enhanced screening and lifestyle interventions highlights a pivotal shift in prioritising diabetes prevention as a measurable and actionable public health goal in Region Skåne, with implications for wider policy and economic savings. Anna Mannfalk’s support for…
Research from the University of Queensland reveals that proximity to private gardens and parks may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, highlighting the importance of green spaces in city planning for public health. A study from the University of…
Gastroenterologist Karen Alarcón shares three practical strategies, altering food order, adding acids, and cooling starches, that can make carbohydrate-rich meals less disruptive to blood glucose levels and potentially aid in weight control. For people wary of carbohydrates, the message from…
A simple 10 to 30-minute walk after meals, dubbed ‘fart walking’, is emerging as an evidence-backed strategy to improve digestion, blood sugar regulation, and overall metabolic health, challenging its reputation as just an internet fad. A short walk after meals,…
Endocrinologist Margarita Belousova emphasises the importance of recognising early symptoms such as thirst, weight loss, and fatigue, which can lead to timely diagnosis and treatment of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Strong thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss…
Emerging research highlights the importance of combining different forms of exercise, timing, and frequency to better manage blood glucose levels, particularly for those with diabetes or prediabetes. Blood sugar management is not only a question of diet; physical activity can…
Recent scientific evidence confirms that physical activity not only burns calories but also enhances the body’s ability to move glucose into muscle cells more effectively, offering vital benefits for those with diabetes or prediabetes. Exercise can do more than burn…
Recent guidance highlights the vital role of physical activity, including walking, resistance training, and yoga, in enhancing insulin sensitivity and managing blood glucose levels for individuals with diabetes. Experts emphasise consistency and personalised planning to optimise outcomes and mitigate risks.…
