Although evidence for intensive glucose lowering in Type 2 diabetes to prevent CVD is mixed, glucose lowering is still important for other reasons, debaters agreed at the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) 2009 World Diabetes Congress.

A history of foot ulcers is a significant predictor of mortality in diabetes patients, independent from comorbidities such as cardiovascular disease and nephropathy, according to study findings.

Research presented at the 20th World Diabetes Congress in Montreal provides further evidence that healthy behaviors reduce mortality in people with and without diabetes.

At least three new prescription diet drugs are in the final stages of development as pharmaceutical companies race to see which one will have the next big diet medication to hit the market.

Twelve puffs per day from a buccal spray unit can help individuals with impaired glucose tolerance (IGT) keep their blood glucose levels down, according to a study.

A low intake of dietary fiber in men over the age of 60 years is associated with an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes, UK researchers report in a published study.

A new meta-analysis has found no benefit of lowering homocysteine with vitamin B supplementation for either primary or secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease.

I was having a conversation with a group of interns and residents last week and we were talking about diabetes and obesity. One of the older residents who has children made the case that because of safety issues our kids get driven everywhere. She pointed out that when she was …

By Dr. Andrew S. Rhinehart Reviewed by Carla Leto, University of Florida College of Pharmacy Doctoral Candidate Dr. Rhinehart states at the beginning that his goal is to write a concise but informative book designed for newly diagnosed diabetics. With only 65 total pages, he achieved his goal. The principal of this …

Pistachios Deter Obesity and Diabetes: Researchers are parading pistachios as a way to moderate sugar consumption. Pistachios are one of the healthiest nuts for weight management with about 170 calories and 13 grams of fat per ounce. New research shows that a daily dose of pistachios may offer protective benefits against …