Ever thought about how diabetes can mess with your brain? It's true, and it's a big deal. Diabetes can cause something called cognitive impairment, which basically means your brain doesn't work as well as it should. This can make everyday life tough. So, what's going on? Well, scientists think it h
Type 2 diabetes is a significant global health issue, affecting millions worldwide. It's not just about lifestyle choices like obesity or lack of exercise. Scientists have been digging into the genetic roots of this disease for the past 25 years. They've found that it's not just one or two genes cau
Did you know that what you eat can play a big role in whether you get type 2 diabetes? A research study in Tehran, called the Tehran Lipid and Glucose Study, took a closer look at this. They created a new way to measure how good your diet is, called the Global Diet Quality Score (GDQS). This score i
Everybody's talking about the big killers – diabetes and hypertension. These sneaky conditions, often called noncommunicable diseases, are causing real trouble in the world of public health. The thing is, they don't always show symptoms early on. That's why regular check-ups, even for those who feel
Imagine fasting during Ramadan with Type 1 diabetes. Sounds tough, right? But the MiniMed780G system might just be the game-changer many people need. A study from Saudi Arabia looked into how well this smart insulin pump kept blood sugar levels steady before, during, and after Ramadan. The team fro
Did you know that the sugary drinks you love could be behind the rise in diabetes and heart disease cases worldwide? Recent studies show that these beverages are linked to over 2 million new diabetes cases and about 1. 1 million heart disease cases each year. The problem is particularly bad in low-i
Imagine you're living with type 2 diabetes. Some days, you might find it easy to stick to your healthy habits, like eating right and exercising. Other days, it feels like there's a whole bunch of roadblocks in your way. A research study wanted to figure out what makes it easier or harder for people
Imagine waking up on January 11th and finding out that something you've been doing for years is actually harmful. That's what happened in 1964 when U. S. Surgeon General Luther Terry released a report saying smoking cigarettes is a serious health risk. This wasn't just any report; it was a game-chan
Eating right can make a big difference for people with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is a useful tool that helps them see how what they eat affects their blood sugar levels in real time. But what happens when people with T2D start using CGM with a focus on their diet? Th
Diabetes is a common health issue in Portugal, causing serious health problems and even death. Managing it properly isn't easy; it involves many factors, with daily habits playing a big role. Research shows that when people know less about diabetes, their health management suffers. They feel less co
