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New Report Ties Diabetes to Shortened Life Expectancy

Posted: Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Despite medical advances, a 50-year-old with the disease still can expect to live 8.5 years fewer years, on average, than a 50-year-old without the disease.

Cinnamon for Diabetes: It Helps ... a Little

Posted: Tuesday, December 14, 2010

There may be no harm in adding cinnamon to your diabetes regimen, but how much does it really help?

Glycemic Control Better with Combined Exercise

Posted: Monday, December 06, 2010

The HART-D trial showed that people with diabetes should mix aerobics with weight training to get the best results in lowering blood sugar and also worked best for weight loss.

International Diabetes Federation, Defeat Diabetes Foundation, Paul and Mira Sorvino and Nick Jonas Join Mediaplanet ...

Posted: Tuesday, November 30, 2010

International Diabetes Federation, Defeat Diabetes Foundation, Paul and Mira Sorvino and Nick Jonas Join Mediaplanet to Educate and Inspire Those Suffering From Diabetes

In celebration of Diabetes Awareness Month, Mediaplanet Publishing today released a Unite for Diabetes report within the USA Today in markets with the highest prevalence of diabetes. The aim of the report is to educate and inspire those suffering from diabetes to take control of their disease. The report will be distributed to over 1.5 million readers.

Poverty a Leading Cause of Type 2 Diabetes, Studies Say

Posted: Monday, November 29, 2010

New research has shown that it's not just about the lack of physical activity and a family history of diabetes that are the top risks. Earning less than $15,000 per year doubles the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.

Regular Dental Checkups Can Help Detect Diabetes and Prevent Periodontal Disease

Posted: Monday, November 29, 2010

A group of dental companies are reminding people that regular visits to the dentist can help alert patients when they are at risk for the disease.

Strength Exercise Improves Muscle Mass and Hepatic Insulin Sensitivity in Obese

Posted: Sunday, November 14, 2010

A controlled resistance exercise program without weight loss increases strength and lean body mass, improves hepatic insulin sensitivity, and decreases GPR without affecting total fat mass or visceral, hepatic, and intramyocellular fat contents.

Fish Oil Might Help Fight Gum Disease

Posted: Tuesday, November 09, 2010

Study found eating moderate amounts of omega-3 fatty acids was beneficial for patients with periodontal disease. Patients with diabetes have increased incidence and severity of periodontal disease not accounted for by differences in the subgingival microbial infection. Poor glycemic control has been consistently associated with periodontal disease severity.

Peer Support Provides Better Control of Diabetes

Posted: Wednesday, November 03, 2010

Pairing people with diabetes who are struggling to control their blood sugar levels with their peers for weekly support sessions could be an effective and inexpensive way to help manage the disease, researchers say.

Less Refined, More Whole Grains Linked to Lower Body Fat

Posted: Wednesday, November 03, 2010

US researchers found that people who every day eat several servings of whole grains and limit intake of refined grains have less visceral adipose tissue or VAT, a type of body fat believed to trigger cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes.