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Visit-to-visit glucose variability may play a key role in cognitive function in type 2 diabetic patients…. Previous studies have shown an association with hypoglycemic/hyperglycemic episodes and change in cognitive function in diabetic patients, however it remains uncertain whether long-term exposure to glucose variability prompts cognitive changes in diabetic patients. A …

Current weight management programmes focused on dieting and exercise may not be effective in tackling obesity at population level…. The chance of an obese person attaining normal body weight is 1 in 210 for men and 1 in 124 for women, increasing to 1 in 1,290 for men and 1 …

Researchers analyzing social networks found that type 2 diabetic patients with mental illness had smaller social networks… Social support has been linked with successful adoption of lifestyle modifications for people with type 2 diabetes. Patients who suffer from type 2 diabetes and a mental disorder often have diminished social networks …

A new study shows liraglutide mitigates the bone loss common with low calorie diets… Weight loss is frequently tied to reduced bone mass in adults who embark on a low calorie diet, putting them at increased risk of fractures following significant weight reduction. Furthermore, the reduction in bone mass does …

Link between phthalates found in plastic and insulin resistance, hypertension… Two chemicals commonly found in plastic wrap, soap, cosmetics, and food packaging are associated with a rise in blood pressure and insulin resistance in children and adolescents, according to a series of studies performed at NYU Langone Medical Center. The …

Recent study reported a significant increase in all-cause mortality associated with the use of metformin in patients with type 2 diabetes.

Researchers have looked at #diabetes and two measures of Twitter engagement to better understand how health information can spread on social media…

Educating patients about diabetes management during Ramadan can potentially increase health outcomes… One of the five pillars of Islam is Ramadan. During Ramadan, Muslims refrain from eating, drinking, using oral and injectable medications, and smoking from before dawn until after sunset. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) published a report in …

Incorporating blood glucose testing into a diabetic life may not be as easy as it seems… Diabetes impacts over 300 million people in the world today. A great way to manage diabetes is through self-monitoring of blood glucose levels (SMBG). There are limitations and barriers to SMBG which ultimately affect …

Having a notebook to record blood glucose readings is something of the past… Diabetes is a chronic disease that needs continuous monitoring by patients for information about medical conditions in order to accomplish adequate self-care. Education is key to decrease the chances of developing further complications. Patients can gain some …