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Before the availability of glargine, the distinction between long- (or intermediate-) acting insulins and short-acting insulin’s was obvious, with the former being cloudy in appearance, whereas the latter was clear.

Hypoglycemic episodes can cause migraines

A component of popular beverages decreases insulin sensitivity by 15%

Obesity increases 70% and so does diabetes

Doing a random blood glucose test in the afternoon can miss 50% of those with undiagnosed diabetes.

A Mediterranean diet enhances simvastatin therapy and counteracts the increase in fasting insulin levels

Treating IGT and IFG patients can both reduce the incidence of type 2 diabetes in high-risk men and women and delay the complications from diabetes 

In addition to hypoglycemia and antihyperten­sive agents—particularly ACE inhibi­tors—-play a central role in the man­agement of type 2 diabetes.  

Pregnancy is a wondrous and exciting time. It’s a time of change, both physically and emotionally. With the proper attention and prenatal medical care, most women with diabetes can enjoy their pregnancies and welcome a healthy baby into their lives.

Insulin resistance in childhood among obese girls appears to reduce the risk of obesity in adulthood.