Menopause is a natural part of life for women, but it can bring about changes that affect overall health. One concern that has been discussed is whether the timing of menopause can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Recent research from Spain has shed some light on this topic. The stu
The COVID-19 pandemic shook up the world of medical research. With hospitals overwhelmed and staff stretched thin, many clinical trials faced big hurdles. Some were even called off or put on hold. But not all stories were like that. The EMERGE trial, which looked at using metformin early in gestatio
Gestational diabetes, a condition that affects many women during pregnancy, is a serious issue. It's not just about the baby. It also puts the mother at risk for type 2 diabetes and heart problems later in life. This risk shows up within ten years after giving birth. But, many women don't focus on t
Food preservatives, those silent guardians of shelf life, might be doing more harm than good. Recent research from France has raised eyebrows, linking common preservatives to increased risks of cancer and type 2 diabetes. These findings, while not definitive, add to the growing chorus advocating for
Diabetes is a huge problem. More than half a billion people around the world have it. In India, especially in the northeast, many people don't know how diabetes can hurt their eyes. This is a big deal because diabetes can cause blindness in working-age adults. A recent study looked at how much peopl
Many older adults struggle with diabetes. They need to take care of their feet to avoid big problems. A small study tried a new way to help. It was a short program to teach seniors about foot care. The program had two parts. Each part was one hour long. Seniors watched videos and practiced using fo
CGMs, or continuous glucose monitors, are like tiny tech helpers for people with type 2 diabetes. They make checking blood sugar levels easier and can improve how people feel and their overall health. Even though more people are using them and insurance covers them, there are still hurdles, especial
Obesity in teens is a serious health concern. It often leads to prediabetes, a condition that can cause long-term health problems. Currently, doctors use tests like fasting glucose and HbA1c to detect prediabetes. However, these tests have limitations, especially when it comes to teenagers. A recen
A recent study stirred up some buzz by suggesting that there's no clear link between hemoglobin A1c levels and continuous glucose monitor (CGM) metrics in people with prediabetes or normal blood sugar. But what does this really mean? First, let's break down the basics. Hemoglobin A1c is a blood tes
People with type 1 diabetes (T1D) face big challenges when they go without food for a long time. A recent study looked at how well automated insulin delivery (AID) systems worked during a 25-hour fast, like the one observed during Yom Kippur. The goal was to see if these systems could keep blood sug
