(Natural News) Diabetes is a growing health concern worldwide. In the U.S. alone, statistics show that around 1.5 million people are diagnosed with diabetes every year. Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death among Americans. Diabetes has two forms: Type 1 diabetes, also known as juvenile diabetes, is a result of the pancreas producing very little […]

(Natural News) Following a healthy diet can help a person with diabetes manage their blood sugar and lower their risk for cardiovascular diseases. According to a study, a plant-based diet may even help enhance the mood of diabetics. The meta-analysis, which was published in the journal BMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care, involved researchers from […]

(Natural News) Both fruits and sweetened beverages — which include soda and sports drinks — have fructose, also known as fruit sugar. However, fruits also contain dietary fiber which helps counterbalance the effects of fructose, something that the latter does not have. In a review published in the journal The BMJ, scientists found that consuming these […]

(Natural News) Junk food is bad for your health, and the regular consumption of fast food is often linked to problems like obesity. According to a U.K. study, simply living near a fast food restaurant can even increase your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. The study, which involved a collaboration between researchers from the Healthy High-Density Cities […]

(Natural News) Preparing foods a certain way can affect their nutrient content, especially vegetables. But did you know that there are cooking methods that can also increase your diabetes risk? According to several Australian studies, which involved researchers from Monash University and the University of Queensland, common food processing techniques are linked to a risk of Type 2 diabetes. […]

(Natural News) According to a study, which was published in the American Journal of Physiology-Endocrinology and Metabolism, consuming more protein can help reduce the liver’s fat content. Making this change to your diet may even help lower the risk of diabetes in individuals with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). What is nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)? NAFLD, […]

(Natural News) When a person has Type 1 diabetes, they are unable to produce insulin, which the body needs to manage blood sugar. But according to a study led by researchers from the University of Birmingham, individuals with this lifelong condition can delay its progression through regular exercise during the first few months of diagnosis. If left untreated, Type 1 […]

(Natural News) Proper posture is crucial for your overall health, but did you know that your posture may influence your risk of diabetes? According to a study by researchers from Deakin University, workers who “use sit-stand desks at work might be able to live longer and be better placed to reduce their risk of Type […]

(Natural News) The risk of developing Type 2 diabetes is shared by married couples, a study published in the journal Diabetologia suggested. The study, which was conducted by a team of researchers from the University of Copenhagen and Aarhus University in Denmark, found an association between the body mass index (BMI) of one spouse and the […]

(Natural News) If a patient has Type 1 diabetes, their pancreas can’t produce enough insulin. If they have pre-diabetes or Type 2 diabetes, their body can’t use insulin efficiently. Individuals with diabetes also have high blood sugar levels since their body can’t sufficiently move the energy they receive from food out of their bloodstream and into their cells. […]