The levels of long-term blood sugar, HbA1c, can be used to accurately determine the risk of a person with type 1 diabetes developing eye- and kidney complications. A study has shown that this level ...

People who get type 2 diabetes need to gain control of their blood-sugar levels -- fast. The years immediately after diagnosis are strikingly critical in terms of their future risk for heart attacks ...

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FRESNO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to the American Diabetes Association, nearly 30 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes, and another 86 million Americans have ...

For pregnant women with type 1 diabetes, a technology giving insulin doses, as informed by a smartphone algorithm, helps them better manage their blood sugars compared with traditional insulin pumps ...

Magnesium has many important functions in your body, including managing your blood sugar levels. Our nutritionist looks into whether those with diabetes should take magnesium. Magnesium is a mineral ...

People with type-II diabetes who drank the fermented tea drink kombucha for four weeks had lower fasting blood glucose levels compared to when they consumed a similar-tasting placebo beverage, ...

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Fruit is widely recognised as an important part of a healthy diet, providing essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. However, because fruit contains natural sugars such as fructose, ...

A small group of patients with type 2 diabetes significantly improved their long-term blood sugar levels when treated with high-dose tadalafil, a medication used to treat erectile dysfunction. The ...

Health experts have released studies on various natural methods to lower blood sugar levels, potentially reducing the need for insulin medication. One such method involves consuming superfoods rich in ...