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Imagine falling prey to a chronic disease where the body either doesn’t produce enough insulin or can’t effectively use the insulin it produces, leading to high blood sugar levels. Now, insulin, a hormone, is crucial for allowing glucose (sugar) to enter cells for energy. When this process is disrupted, glucose builds up in the bloodstream, potentially causing damage to various …

Diabetes has become one of the most pressing health concerns in the United States, affecting over 38 million Americans according to the CDC, with another 96 million estimated to have prediabetes. That’s nearly half the adult population either living with diabetes or on the brink of developing it. Type 2 diabetes, the most common form, is largely linked to lifestyle …

A new scientific analysis finds that people with prediabetes who take vitamin D have a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Previous research has found a similar link. Endocrinologists and dietitians explain the link. More than one in three American adults has prediabetes, a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be …

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Protein gets a lot of attention these days, for good reason, but carbs are an important part of a healthy diet, too. Unfortunately, myths about carbs and sugar abound—leading some women to be overly avoidant of the macro. Meet the experts: Pinchieh Chiang, D.O., a board-certified family physician at Circle Medical, Jessica Corwin, M.P.H., R.D.N., a dietitian and menopausal health …

Emerging research highlights fresh mango as a potentially beneficial fruit for managing blood sugar and reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes. Rich in fibre, antioxidants, and essential nutrients, mangoes may improve insulin sensitivity and help regulate glucose levels, especially in overweight or obese individuals. One controlled trial demonstrated that daily mango consumption led to improved insulin response and stable …

AP: A coin-size device that tracks the rise and fall of sugar in your blood is the latest source of hope – and hype – in the growing buzz around wearable health technology. Continuous glucose monitors, small patches that provide 24-hour insight into concentrations of sugar in the blood, could be a tool for Americans to “take control over their …

High sugar intake was linked to a 43% higher risk of dementia in a long-term study of 158,000 adults. Genetics influenced how added sugar affected brain health—some people were more vulnerable than others. Most participants were healthier than average, limiting how widely the results may apply. A new study suggests that eating a lot of sugar (particularly added sugar) may …

A jaw-dropping simulation shows what happens to your body when you cut out sugar for two weeks. Yeah, that’s another one of those lifestyle changes that’s constantly doing the rounds on social media despite different people having different health needs. Eating too much sugar can cause you to gain weight and can also have a bad impact on our teeth …

In a candid conversation on Dr. Pal’s podcast, celebrity nutritionist Ryan Fernando sparked fresh debate by asserting that type 2 diabetes, often considered a chronic and progressive disease, can actually be reversed with the right lifestyle interventions. “Diabetes is reversible,” Fernando said, citing examples of patients, including his own father, who lowered their HbA1c levels and came off insulin through …