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Anti-obesity Compound Found In Brown Seaweed Posted: Thursday, September 21, 2006

Studies in animals suggest that brown seaweed, also known as wakame -- commonly used to flavor Asian soups and salads, contains a compound that promotes weight loss. The compound, called fucoxanthin, also has anti-diabetes effects.

Herbal Remedy Promising Against Diabetes Posted: Thursday, September 07, 2006

The purified plant extract berberine, can reduce weight and improve glucose control.

New Wireless Device Aids in Diabetes Treatment Posted: Wednesday, August 23, 2006

Using the close-proximity wireless communications standard known as near-field communications (NFC) the device will link glucometers and insulin pumps.

Aerobic Exercise Reduces Blood Pressure Posted: Wednesday, August 23, 2006

Exercise is good for your blood pressure -- no matter your age, weight, race or gender. And it really doesn’t matter whether you get exercise from a brisk walk, a fast run or few laps in the pool; the results are equally as good.

Physical Activity Shrinks Abdominal Fat Cells Posted: Wednesday, August 23, 2006

Physical activity may be especially helpful in reducing the size of fat cells around the waistline -- more so than diet alone. That's important, because fat specifically in the abdomen has been linked to the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

New Study Shows A Low-carb Diet Helps Control Diabetes Posted: Wednesday, August 23, 2006

Researchers in Sweden say a follow-up study of patients on a low-carbohydrate diet showed stable improvement and reduced need for medication.

Chocolate Helps Aging Blood Vessels Posted: Thursday, August 17, 2006

Flavonol-Rich cocoa improves blood vessel function.

Traditional Chinese Medicine Hones Diabetes Treatment Posted: Wednesday, August 09, 2006

A herbal remedy Berberine used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine may have a role to play in fighting Type 2 diabetes.

Compound in Dairy Products Targets Diabetes Posted: Wednesday, August 09, 2006

A possible new way to treat diabetes without synthetic drugs.

Diabetes Prevalence Outstrips National Growth Rate and More Posted: Wednesday, August 09, 2006

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported a 50% increase in the prevalence of diabetes from 1997 to 2004.

 

 

 

 

 

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