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Gum Disease Predicts Kidney Problems for Those With Diabetes

Posted: Wednesday, February 21, 2007

Periodontitis -- an infection of the gums that destroys the tissue and bone supporting the teeth -- is associated with the development of kidney disease and end-state renal disease (ESRD) in patients with type 2 diabetes, doctors report.

Shedding Pounds from Diet or Exercise—Take Your Pick

Posted: Wednesday, February 21, 2007

People looking to lose those extra pounds have been told for decades that dieting together with exercise will bring about the best results. Not so, says new research.

Guided Breathing Lowers Blood Pressure in Type 2 Diabetes

Posted: Wednesday, February 14, 2007

Self-treatment with a biofeedback device that guides breathing can significantly lower blood pressure among patients with type 2 diabetes.

Flaxseed Oil Lowers Blood Pressure

Posted: Wednesday, February 14, 2007

Regularly eating a diet supplemented with flaxseed oil may lower blood pressure and reduce risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a new study.

Exercise Pivotal In Preventing And Fighting Type 2 Diabetes

Posted: Wednesday, February 14, 2007

A new study says that acute exercise - as little as 15 minutes a day - can have a profound influence on preventing and fighting the disease.

Caffeinated Drinks Protect Elderly Against Heart Disease

Posted: Wednesday, February 14, 2007

Over-65s who drink four or more caffeinated beverages every day may reduce their risk of heart disease by a whopping 53 per cent, suggests research from the US.

First Nonprescription Diet Drug Alli Wins U.S. Approval

Posted: Wednesday, February 14, 2007

At least 6 million Americans expected to buy Alli at a cost of 2 dollars a day, beginning this summer. For those that don’t reduce their fat intake while taking Alli, will be in for a surprise.

Older Adults Face Double Whammy When It Comes to Body Fat

Posted: Wednesday, February 14, 2007

According to new research from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and colleagues. Up until age 80, older adults not only gain fat as they age – but because of the obesity epidemic – they actually begin their older years fatter.

Avandia May Increase Risk for Hip and Other Fractures

Posted: Wednesday, February 14, 2007

Patients taking the diabetes drug Avandia may have a higher risk of hip and other fractures because the medicine decreases bone formation, according to new research by doctors in New Zealand.

Benefits of Chromium Picolinate In Diabetes Management

Posted: Thursday, February 08, 2007

In a peer-reviewed analysis, it was shown that chromium picolinate has a positive effect in improving glycemic control and lipids in Type 2 diabetes.