TOPLINE: Continuing metformin throughout the first trimester in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) showed the potential to reduce miscarriage risk (odds ratio [OR], 0.64) and increase clinical pregnancy rates (OR, 1.57) compared with placebo. A meta-analysis of 12 randomized controlled trials involving 1708 women suggested that stopping metformin at pregnancy confirmation might be less … Read more
What is the best diet to reduce heart disease and risk of diabetes? Research suggests that a back-to-basics approach may be the key to overcoming the fad diet trend. Study: The impact of dietary interventions on cardiometabolic health. Image credit: New Africa/Shutterstock.com A recent paper published in the journal Cardiovascular Diabetology reviews dietary interventions for cardiometabolic health. An … Read more
Van der Schueren B, Ellis D, Faradji RN, Al-Ozairi E, Rosen J, Mathieu C. Obesity in people living with type 1 diabetes. Lancet Diabetes Endocrinol. 2021;9(11):776–85. PubMed Google Scholar Bielka W, Przezak A, Molęda P, Pius-Sadowska E, Machaliński B. Double diabetes-when type 1 diabetes meets type 2 diabetes: definition, pathogenesis and recognition. Cardiovasc Diabetol. 2024;23(1):62. … Read more
Consuming a high-fat diet can lead to a variety of health problems – not only weight gain but also an increased risk of diabetes and other chronic diseases. At the cellular level, hundreds of changes take place in response to a high-fat diet. MIT researchers have now mapped out some of those changes, with a … Read more
Major findings In the nationally representative population, our study found that high levels of HOMA-IR, TyG-BMI, TyG-WC and TyG-WHtR were positively associated with ED in the non-diabetic adult men, and the association was also similar in all of the subgroup participants. We further revealed threshold effects of TyG-BMI, TyG-WC, and TyG-WHtR on ED risk, with … Read more
Researchers at the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil have succeeded in showing, in an animal model, that the process of insulin resistance in the brain affects both Alzheimer’s disease and epilepsy and may be a linking factor between the two diseases. The work, supported by FAPESP, confirms clinical evidence that people with epilepsy … Read more
New York City, April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Introduction Managing blood sugar is a challenge that many individuals face daily. Whether it’s due to lifestyle factors, diet choices, or health conditions like Type 2 diabetes, fluctuating blood sugar levels can cause a range of issues—from fatigue to weight gain. This imbalance can also lead … Read more
Could a 45-minute weekly digital coach be the key to reversing diabetes? New study of 130k+ adults shows dramatic risk reduction and remission rates, without pills or extreme diets. Study: Lifestyle Modification in Prediabetes and Diabetes: A Large Population Analysis. Image Credit: RSplaneta / Shutterstock In a recent article published in the journal Nutrients, researchers in the … Read more
Research subjects and design NHANES, administered by National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) [16], is an extensive study aiming at evaluating the correlation between nutrition, disease prevention, and health promotion. This survey is conducted biennially by taking physical examinations, interviews, with a variety of sections encompassing demographic, dietary, laboratory data, and examination. Further details about … Read more
Beyond Sugar: Unmasking the hidden Culprits Behind High Blood Sugar Many individuals diligently eliminate refined sugar, seeking to gain control of their blood glucose levels. Yet, despite these efforts, readings may remain stubbornly high. This can be incredibly frustrating, but understanding the multifaceted nature of blood sugar regulation is key. Several factors, often overlooked, can … Read more