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Significant Weight Loss With Liraglutide Posted: Thursday, November 29, 2007

Novo Nordisk announces results of a phase II clinical trial for liraglutide, which shows significant weight loss in obese people.

Ten Dollar Pedometer Decreases Blood Pressure and Weight Posted: Friday, November 23, 2007

The use of a 10 dollar pedometer and a Web site that tracked physical activity levels proved to be powerful motivators for people with diabetes who participated in a recent walking study.

ADA To Change Thinking On Low Carb Diets? Posted: Friday, November 23, 2007

Might it be a reality that the ADA might reduce its recommendations of getting most of our calories from carbohydrates? Could it be that they finally recognized that taking more medications rather then reducing the carbohydrates may not be the best treatment for patients with diabetes?

Possible To Predict Type 2 in Early Childhood Posted: Friday, November 16, 2007

It may be possible to predict which kids are most likely to mature into adults with type 2 diabetes - and to nip that risk in the bud. A new study spotlights two key strategies.

Prostate Cancer Therapy Increases Diabetes Risk Posted: Wednesday, November 07, 2007

New research results suggest that a hormone therapy, commonly used to treat prostate cancer, called androgen-deprivation therapy may increase the risk of diabetes, particularly in obese men and patients should be made aware of this.

Unique Idea: Have Government Subsidize Fruits and Vegetables Posted: Friday, November 02, 2007

Doctors tell lawmakers to subsidize salads, vegetables and fruit, not fat don't exercise is going to cost them and the taxpayers, plus they will lose years from their lifespan.

Obesity Associated With Migraines Headaches Posted: Friday, November 02, 2007

Among individuals with migraines, very frequent headaches occurred in 6.5% of individuals with normal weight and increased to 10.4% of the morbidly obese.

Reducing Glucose Can Extend Life by 25% Posted: Friday, October 26, 2007

Life can be sweeter if you cut out the sugar, say German researchers.

Chewing Gum May Help Reduce Cravings and Control Appetite Posted: Friday, October 26, 2007

A research study, to be presented at the 2007 Annual Scientific Meeting of The Obesity Society, found that chewing gum before an afternoon snack helped reduce hunger, diminish cravings and promote fullness among individuals who limit their overall calorie intake.

Protein Links Obesity to Type 2 Diabetes Posted: Friday, October 26, 2007

Obesity increases the risk of developing diabetes, but nobody knows the details of why this is the case. Researchers at the Sahlgrenska Academy in Sweden have now identified a protein that may play a role in increasing the risk.

 

 

 

 

 

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