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Exercise In Itself Improves Blood Glucose Control in Type 2 Diabetes Posted: Friday, July 28, 2006

Now, a new systematic review shows that exercise helps regulate blood glucose (sugar) levels, increases the body’s sensitivity to insulin and decreases blood lipids (fats) while also helping to burn body fat.

Sweet News for Consumers of Sugar Substitutes Posted: Friday, July 28, 2006

Sugar substitutes receive a strong endorsement this month from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Artificial Sweeteners: No Calories ... Sweet! Posted: Wednesday, July 26, 2006

Artificial sweeteners can help consumers cut down on calories and control weight, help to manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, and potentially prevent cavities, according to the American Dietetic Association (ADA). To date, five artificial sweeteners are approved by the Food and Drug Administration: aspartame, saccharin, acesulfame-K, neotame, and sucralose.

Care of Gums Improves Blood Glucose Control Posted: Friday, July 21, 2006

Standard treatment for moderately inflamed gums around the teeth -- periodontitis -- can help people with diabetes keep their blood sugar levels under contro, dropping A1c 1.5 points.

Obesity, Diabetes Drive High Rate of Kidney Failure in U.S. Posted: Friday, July 21, 2006

Study shows marked difference between Americans and leaner Norwegian patients.

Short Legs Early Risk Factor for Type 2 Diabetes Posted: Friday, July 21, 2006

Being short and especially having short legs appear to increase the risk being overweight and developing type 2 diabetes in middle age, new research shows.

Degree of Obesity Correlates With Mortality Risk Posted: Friday, July 14, 2006

In women, the risk of all-cause and coronary heart disease mortality continues to increase as body mass index (BMI) rises above 30, according to the latest findings from the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) Observational Study.

Low-Carb Diet Has Lasting Benefits in Obese Type 2 Diabetics Posted: Friday, July 07, 2006

In motivated, obese type 2 diabetic patients, a low-carbohydrate diet with some caloric restriction has lasting benefits on body weight and glycemic control, often reducing the need for medication.

Sanofi's Acomplia (rimonabant) Weight Loss Drug Gets EU Approval Posted: Friday, July 07, 2006

The European Commission has approved 20-mg tablets of rimonabant for use as an adjunct to diet and exercise in the treatment of obese or overweight patients with associated cardiometabolic risk factors such as type 2 diabetes or dyslipidemia.

AHA Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations Revised June, 2006 Posted: Friday, June 30, 2006

The 2006 AHA diet and lifestyle recommendations include guidelines for a healthy diet; healthy weight; cholesterol, BP, and fasting blood sugar control; use of supplements; physical activity; and avoidance of tobacco.

 

 

 

 

 

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