Diabetes

Parental type 1 diabetes may affect children's cognitive development: Study

Children of mothers and fathers with type 1 diabetes had mean scores of 54.2 and 54.4 respectively, compared with mean scores of 56.4 in children from the background population.

Apr 27, 2022, 15:47 PM IST

Exercise may treat long COVID-induced diabetes, depression: Study

"Exercise takes care of the inflammation that leads to elevated blood glucose and the development and progression of diabetes and clinical depression".

Mar 13, 2022, 13:44 PM IST

Researchers find diabetes medication that may revolutionise heart failure treatment

Early research had shown that Sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 inhibitors could help around half of heart failure patients.

Dec 06, 2021, 19:34 PM IST

Using processed food items? This may lead to diabetes, obesity

The researchers analysed 10,500 products that had provided complete nutrition information in the nutrition facts panel.

Dec 02, 2021, 13:02 PM IST

Is use of aspirin linked with increased risk of heart failure?

The influence of aspirin on heart failure is controversial. This study aimed to evaluate its relationship with heart failure.

Nov 27, 2021, 14:31 PM IST

It's high time we start talking about mental health issues at workplace

While mental health issues in the workplace are a reality for most companies, the stigma associated with mental health problems often prevents people from seeking help.

Nov 23, 2021, 13:42 PM IST

"Was devastated, frightened": Nick Jonas recalls being diagnosed with diabetes at 13

Global icon Priyanka Chopra’s husband and renowned singer Nick Jonas was devastated when he was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the age of 13. It is his 16th anniversary of diagnosis. 

 

 

Nov 17, 2021, 20:01 PM IST

World Diabetes Day: Why Insulin is still so expensive?

World Diabetes Day happens on the 14th November every year all around the world. On this day, WHO has shared a shocking report about insulin and why diabetes patients still struggling to get a dose? Watch this video to know more.

Nov 14, 2021, 12:44 PM IST

Diabetes drug can improve kidney function: Lancet

A clinical trial of 4,304 participants with CKD revealed that dapagliflozin reduces the rate of kidney function decline in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD).

Nov 07, 2021, 14:24 PM IST

Obesity, diabetes are driving causes behind silent pandemic of fatty liver disease: Study

The study points out that a quarter of adults worldwide have non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, a condition where excess fat is stored in the liver and is more closely linked to obesity and diabetes than alcohol consumption

Oct 21, 2021, 18:48 PM IST

Green tea compounds can treat Covid, diabetes, ageing: IISER Bhopal

The review presented that existing drugs used to treat diabetes, obesity and ageing can potentially be used to treat Covid-19.

Oct 11, 2021, 12:51 PM IST

Are you overweight? It can make your hair go thin

Inflammatory signals in the stem cells can lead to hair thinning and loss.

Sep 30, 2021, 10:51 AM IST

Major weight loss may reverse heart disease risks linked to obesity

Bodyweight is directly associated with almost all cardiovascular risk factors.

Sep 29, 2021, 07:02 AM IST

People with higher insulin resistance are more likely to have stroke: Study

Study also found that higher insulin resistance was linked to a higher risk of death after a stroke.

Sep 27, 2021, 18:12 PM IST

Apples, papayas and other fruits for diabetes patients that are good for their health

Eating seasonal and locally available fruit has many health benefits ranging from reducing sugar and inflammation levels to fighting high blood pressure -- thanks to their abundant vitamins and mineral presence! They are a powerhouse of antioxidants like vitamins A, B, C, E, and minerals like iron, calcium, magnesium, and fiber.

Sep 27, 2021, 13:48 PM IST

Not getting enough sleep? You could be eating more snacks

The analysis of data on almost 20,000 American adults showed a link between not meeting sleep recommendations and eating more snack-related carbohydrates.

Sep 21, 2021, 15:29 PM IST

Why elderly, diabetic are at higher risk of COVID infection

Low levels of microRNA (miRNA) immunity increase the risk of COVID-19 infection in older adults and people with diabetes, according to Nanjing University researchers.

Aug 17, 2021, 13:14 PM IST

Millet-based diet can lower risk of type 2 diabetes: Study

Drawing on research from 11 countries, the study published in Frontiers in Nutrition shows that diabetic people who consumed millets as part of their daily diet saw their blood glucose levels drop 12-15 percent (fasting and post-meal), and blood glucose levels went from diabetic to pre-diabetes levels.

Aug 04, 2021, 15:40 PM IST

Cutting 200 calories daily, exercising may improve heart health in obese adults

Modifiable lifestyle factors such as a healthy diet and regular physical activity may help offset age-related increases in aortic stiffness.

Aug 03, 2021, 13:27 PM IST

Exclusive: Practice yoga to help manage your diabetes

On International Yoga Day, we share with you how practicing this ancient exercise form can help you manage diabetes.

Jun 21, 2021, 14:21 PM IST