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By Sheri Colberg, PhD
In the recent past, we discussed how to know if joint problems (e.g., overuse injuries) are due to being active, aging, or diabetes, but let's focus on aging by itself this time around. Of course, we'd all love to slow down normal aging or even reverse some aspects of it, but is that even possible?

Stroke has been linked to diabetes, but can analysis of fasting glucose provide greater insight into who is most at risk?

DPP-4i may lower the amyloid burden in Alzheimer’s patients and improve cognitive impairment. 

Are there predictors of glycemic worsening among patients recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes?  

A loss of as little as 2-3% of a patient’s total body weight can help them achieve better blood glucose levels.

A recent study looked at how different diets can affect blood glucose levels in patients with type 1 diabetes.

Patients with normal BMI's and the indication of type 2 diabetes.

Investigation into plasma glucose and HbA1c before a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes in children.

Knee surgery patients who are at increased risk for high blood sugar due to age and limited mobility post-surgery may benefit from vitamin D.

Faster aspart has a quicker onset of action, but does this impact glycemic control?