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Diabetes Increases Risk for Pneumonia-Related Hospitalization Posted: Friday, August 08, 2008

Type 1 and type 2 diabetes are linked with an increased risk for pneumonia-related hospitalization, and poor glycemic control increases this risk, according to the results of a population-based, case-control study.

Doctors Urged to Address Diabetes Sleep Apnea Connection Posted: Friday, August 08, 2008

Sleep apnea and type 2 diabetes are strongly connected. Even though most doctors are aware of this connection, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) has concluded that a deficient number of doctors utilize this knowledge.

Chili Peppers Help Keep the Body Warm Posted: Thursday, August 07, 2008

Chemicals found in chili peppers convert energy into heat within ones body, concludes a recent study. This heat is in addition to the general sensation of spiciness induced by chili's, leading to flushing and sweating.

Herbs and Spices Help Prevent Diabetes Damage Posted: Wednesday, August 06, 2008

Herbs and spices might have the benefit of decreasing tissue damage caused by diabetes. The result is connected to the anti-inflammatory abilities of herbs and spices high in antioxidants.

Inflammation CVD Connection Uncovered Posted: Sunday, August 03, 2008

Inflammation is known to be a major contributor to cardiovascular disease (CVD), but there has been minimal understanding as to the fine details of this connection. A recent study has discovered that the protein plasminogen is responsible, which could lead to the development of treatments to target the protein and help prevent inflammation caused CVD.

Protein In Liver Might Link Obesity to Diabetes Posted: Saturday, August 02, 2008

Substances known as endocannabinoids have been shown to trigger a specific protein that has been linked to various prediabetic conditions. The specific part of the body where this protein, known as CB1, is activated, has been unknown until now.

Rotavirus Might Accelerate Type 1 Diabetes Development Posted: Thursday, July 31, 2008

A recent study out of Australia has found a connection between the common childhood infection, rotavirus, and the onset and progression of type 1 diabetes.

Gestational Diabetes Increases Risk of Future Type 2 Diabetes Posted: Thursday, July 31, 2008

Women with gestational diabetes are at an increased risk for developing type 2 diabetes later in life concludes a recent study. This finding should lead to more extensive preventative measures for these high risk women.

Two Studies Shows Lifestyle Can Alter Gene Activity and Diabetes Posted: Wednesday, July 30, 2008

Researchers found that lifestyle factors, such as lack of exercise, can change the activity of genes involved in insulin resistance. And also that environment contributes more than heredity to the development of insulin resistance.

New AHA Statement Touts Benefits of Resistance Training for Cardiovascular Health Posted: Wednesday, July 30, 2008

There are "singular" benefits to improving muscular strength in addition to regular aerobic exercise.

 

 

 

 

 

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