Previously Published on EatingWell.com – Can People with Diabetes Consume Sugar? You might assume the answer to that question is no, but what experts say should be a sweet surprise. Sugar is often considered a four-letter word when it comes to diabetes prevention and management. That, of course, makes sense, given that elevated blood sugar is…
Previously Published on diaTribe.org – Impressive results from a trial for an up-and-coming artificial pancreas showed that users spent an average of 2.6 more hours in range each day compared to non-users – all without counting carbs. Here’s what trial participants are saying about the new system, The iLet Bionic Pancreas. What is the iLet Bionic Pancreas?…
Unfortunately, every salad you eat is not always free of carbs. This can be especially true for store-bought salads and salad dressings, which tend to have hidden sugars. Such salads are not ideal for people who have diabetes. This is why most diabetic people resort to using strictly low-carb vegan salads recipes that contain a…
Taking control of your sleep hygiene is one of the easiest ways of getting yourself a good sleep. Sound sleep hygiene means observing daily bed routines and setting a bedroom environment that promotes harmonious uninterrupted sleep. A person can design their sleep hygiene practices to fit their needs and schedules and, in the process, develop…
Diabetes is a chronic or long-term health condition that affects people worldwide. The number of pre-diabetics and diabetics is constantly increasing due to a variety of factors, particularly in this modern era. It can be challenging to keep your blood sugar levels within the recommended healthy range. This is because a variety of factors can…
Previously Published on Healthline.com – When a doctor diagnoses insulin-dependent diabetes, you will quickly learn that precise carbohydrate counting and correct insulin dosing for meals and higher blood sugars are both key to effective diabetes management. But terms like “insulin to carbohydrate ratio” (Insulin-to-Carb Ratios) and “correction factor” can get confusing, especially if you’re newly diagnosed with…
Before the development of modern medicine, herbs had been utilized for thousands of years to treat and prevent disease. And it’s thought to be the reason our ancestors lived longer. An herb is a plant or plant part that is utilized for its flavor, aroma, or medicinal qualities. Now we are finding that certain herbs…
Previously Published on Fiercebiotech.com – Just a week after Vertex’s stem cell therapy to treat type 1 diabetes was released from an FDA clinical hold, the company is clearing out potential competition by buying ViaCyte for $320 million. The all-cash deal announced Monday throws a net around ViaCyte’s stem cell-based treatment for type 1 diabetes, which has…
Previously Published on MDLinx – The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved Mounjaro, also known as tirzepatide, for adults with type 2 diabetes. Mounjaro is an injectable prescription medication meant to be used alongside diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control. Initial findings indicate this medication could be an invaluable asset in treating…