PCOS Raises Risk of Mental Health IssuesEsther Entin, M.D.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome can affect more than a woman's fertility. It can affect offspring, too.
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Breastfeeding and DiabetesEsther Entin, M.D.
Breastfeeding reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes. Here's why.
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Why You May Want to Reconsider Bariatric SurgeryAlice G. Walton
Weight loss surgery offers serious health benefits and extends life.
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Health Tips to Take into 2018Leslie Carr
The new year is a clean slate that inspires us to try to do better. So here are some tips for body and mind to energize your efforts.
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Go with the GrainBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Give whole grains in bread, pastas and salads a chance. You'll lose weight and reduce your risk of diabetes and colorectal cancer.
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Fasting's Metabolic EffectsBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Fasting can reset cells' metabolism, helping the body burn fat and lose weight even without dieting.
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A New Take on Gestational DiabetesBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Pregnancy can play havoc with a woman's blood sugar, but what happens between pregnancies may be just as important.
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An Artificial Sweet ToothCharlotte LoBuono
Artificial sweeteners are not a free ride. They tend to make people crave sweets, leading to weight gain and worse.
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Me? High Blood Pressure?Aditya Khetan MBBS, Richard A Josephson MS MD, and Sri Krishna Madan Mohan MBBS, MRCP, FACC
Aging makes hypertension more likely. Reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. Know how to take your pressure properly.
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Good Potato, Bad PotatoBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Potatoes can be good for you, but they can also send you to an early grave. How you cook them is what counts.
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It's a Not-So-Small World After AllBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
About a third of all the people on the planet are overweight or obese. These countries have the highest average BMIs.
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No Juice, BabyBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
If you've been giving your little one juice in his or her sippy cup, it's time to reconsider. Check out the AAP's new guidelines.
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The Affordable Care Act's ImpactNeil Wagner
When Harvard researchers looked at how the ACA has affected the health of low-income adults, this is what they found.
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Stop! Before You Hand Over that CookieBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Overweight kids are much more likely to develop type 2 diabetes and a variety of life-altering and expensive health problems.
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Hot Peppers -- and Pot -- Calm the GutBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Marijuana and the capsaicin in hot peppers get your gut and your brain talking to each other. A very good thing.
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Shifting the Blame for Heart DiseaseCharlotte LoBuono
Is our focus on reducing saturated fat blinding us to the importance of a healthier lifestyle? Some think so.
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Salt Makes You Hungry, Not ThirstyBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A set of new findings has completely changed our understanding of what too much salt does to your body.
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To Prevent Alzheimer's, Start EarlyEsther Entin, M.D.
In your 40s and worried about dementia? Try to reduce these cardiovascular risk factors.
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A Remission Strategy for Type 2 DiabetesEsther Entin, M.D.
A study proves it may be possible, with intensive therapy, to reverse type 2 diabetes. No meds necessary.
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Changing the World, One Hamburger at a TimeNeil Wagner
Reducing the amount of red meat you eat isn't just good for your health, it's good for the environment, too.
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The Gluten-Free Path to DiabetesBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
If you don't have celiac disease, forget trying to go gluten-free. It will save you money, and it's better for your health.
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"Take a Long Walk and Call Me in the Morning"Neil Wagner
Being prescribed a step count can encourage patients with diabetes or high blood pressure to be more active. Just add a pedometer.
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Stop Fat ShamingCharlotte LoBuono
When overweight people are stereotyped as incompetent, lazy or ugly, it's bad for their mental and physical health.
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The Bitter Truth About Artificially-Sweetened DrinksBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
No-cal beverages tend to trigger overeating, and they damage the environment. Tap water is a far better bet.
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Diets: Which Is Better — Low Carb or Low Fat?Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
What's the best way to lose weight in the New Year? Here are some answers.
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Get a Bike, Change Your LifeEsther Entin, M.D.
When people over 40 start bicycling — even a little — a variety of heart-protective measures improve.
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A Big Fat Summer VacationBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Free access to high calorie foods and hours in front of screens mean that vacation makes many kids fat. It's better at school.
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For Diabetics, A Little Exercise after Every MealCharlotte LoBuono
Ten minutes of exercise three times a day is way better for diabetics than one 30-minute session once a day.
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Good-Hearted Chocolate LoversBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The news on chocolate keeps getting better. Now we know more about why it is so good for you.
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The Soda Lobby's Unhealthy InfluenceNeil Wagner
A new report shows how Coca Cola and Pepsi spend millions lobbying to keep soda consumption high.
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Standing Desks Go to SchoolNeil Wagner
Giving students standing desks to use during the school day makes a big difference in BMIs and obesity.
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Why Latinos Live LongerLeslie Carr
Latinos age more slowly and live longer than members of other ethnic groups do. It's called the “Hispanic Paradox.”
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Big Waistlines, Shrunken BrainsAlice G. Walton
Being overweight can age your brain 10 years.
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Are We Treating Diabetes Too Aggressively?Neil Wagner
A study finds we are over-treating type 2 diabetes especially in seniors.
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Inferior Vegetarian DietsCharlotte LoBuono
Of course, eating more veggies is good for you, but not all vegetarian diets are equally good.
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A Healthy Reason to Love CarbsBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Of all the factors researchers explored, fiber intake made the biggest difference in how well a person aged.
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Eating for TwoEsther Entin, M.D.
Mothers' weight gain during pregnancy actually changes their babies' metabolisms.
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Exercise's Hidden BenefitsCharlotte LoBuono
Everyone knows exercise is good for them, but it's even better than you think.
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Silent Heart AttacksEsther Entin, M.D.
They are more common that even doctors believed, and are likely to be missed — unless you know what to look for or check an EKG.
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Bad to the BrainBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Fructose damages genes in the brain, leading to a variety of problems. Luckily, one nutrient offsets its effects.
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Insulin Users' Sticker ShockNeil Wagner
“Evergreening,” a process that is far less friendly than it sounds, is the reason insulin prices have tripled.
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The Ultra-Processed Food InvasionBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Ultra-processed foods are just bundles of emulsifiers, salt, added sugars and calories.
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The Five Percent SolutionBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Good news for people struggling to lose weight: even small losses can bring serious health benefits.
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Put Some Barley in Your LifeBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Barley reduces blood sugar, the risk of diabetes and heart disease, and it leaves you feeling full.
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Age-Related Cataracts Enoch B. Kassa, M.D and Yang Sun, M.D., Ph.D.
Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness around the world even though they are usually fully correctable with surgery.
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Health Risks May Remain After Losing WeightNeil Wagner
Being overweight takes a toll on your body that may last longer than we expect.
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Potatoes Are A Potential Pregnancy RiskBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Pregnant women may want to cut down on their potato consumption. The tuber may raise the risk of gestational diabetes.
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Mexico's Successful Sugar TaxBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Mexico's tax on sugary beverages has had an impressive impact on consumption and, hopefully, health
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Diets Tailored to Our GenesBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
They're coming — diets that take into account your body's particular way of using food and exercise.
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Why Baby Fat Is Bad NewsEsther Entin, M.D.
Infants who gain too much weight in the first months of life are far more likely to go on to develop type 1 diabetes.
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Mighty MicromineralsBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
You need to know if you are getting enough trace minerals like copper, selenium, and magnesium.
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A Depression-Diabetes Connection?Neil Wagner
People who are insulin resistant and depressed may be helped by treatment with the diabetes drug, pioglitazone.
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Like Magic: A Quick Turn-Around For Kids’ HealthBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Simply reducing sugar in the diets of children who are overweight changes their metabolism for the better.
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Dialing Down Medication for the Elderly Sabriya Stukes
Some seniors on blood pressure and diabetes medications can end up dangerously over-medicated.
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The Damage Sugary Drinks Do To Kids’ HeartsBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Soda and sports drinks don't just encourage obesity. They can raise blood fats to dangerous levels.
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Type 2 Diabetes Linked to Antibiotic UseLeslie Carr
Antibiotic use and overuse appear to either contribute to or serve as early signal for developing the most common form of diabetes.
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Back to School? Keep MovingAlice G. Walton
Kids sit for hours and hours a day. Breaking up that time with a little activity can make a big difference.
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High Protein Breakfasts Help Kids Lose WeightBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Kids eat less later when they eat more early in the day. Give your kid an egg for breakfast.
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Enlist Fruit in The Fight Against Weight GainBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
An antioxidant in fruit helps turn white fat into brown, and that can mean good things when you step on the scale.
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Abundance Tips The ScaleBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Obesity is a growing worldwide phenomenon. Here's one of the reasons why.
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There's No Place Like HomeBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When you eat out, you consume far more fat, calories, and salt than when you eat at home. Fast food isn't even the biggest culprit.
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New Plastics Are As Bad As the Old Neil Wagner
Phthalates enter the body through cans and plastic bottles,containers and wrap. Two new forms, supposed to be safer, aren't.
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Nut CaseBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Eating nuts is even better for you than previously thought. But more is not better, and peanut butter may not count.
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The Scales of Weight LossBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
It's rarely recommended, but doing this every day could help you lose weight and keep it off.
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Sugary Drinks and Fatty LiversBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Drunk daily, sugary beverages can bring on liver disease. Artificially-sweetened beverages are safer.
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A Plan of Action for Desk Jockeys, Couch PotatoesNeil Wagner
Guidelines for workers and employers to help get more people off their seats and on their feet.
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Time to Can The SodaEsther Entin, M.D.
Simply substituting water for sugar-sweetened soda can reduce your risk of Type 2 diabetes.
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The Power of A ListBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A grocery list is a tried and true method for saving money and buying healthier food.
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Should 400,000 More Teens Be on Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs?Esther Entin, M.D.
Over 400,000 more teens would be on heart medications if pediatric guidelines were followed.
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Late Nights Bring Belly Fat, DiabetesNeil Wagner
Night owls — even young ones — are far more likely than early birds to develop diabetes and other metabolic problems.
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Antibiotic Use Appears Linked To Type 2 DiabetesCharlotte LoBuono
The overuse of antibiotics doesn't just lead to resistance; it is linked to another major disease.
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Vitamin D in Health and DiseaseMalcolm D. Kearns, M.D. and Vin Tangpricha, M.D., Ph.D.
Nearly half of the population is deficient in Vitamin D. Age, skin color and weight can put you at risk.
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Atypical Antipsychotics: What Parents Need to KnowEsther Entin, M.D.
Antipsychotic drugs can be lifesavers for kids. But parents, you have a major role to play.
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Drinking Coffee Can Reduce Coronary Artery CalciumCharlotte LoBuono
Moderate coffee consumption is good for the heart, especially the coronary arteries.
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Health for Peanuts and Peanuts for HealthAlice G. Walton
They're cheap, heart-healthy and provide antioxidants. Health food for the rest of us.
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Deficiency of Vitamin D, Not BMI, Linked to DiabetesBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Even overweight people have a reduced risk of diabetes if they have adequate levels of vitamin D.
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Type 1 Diabetes Linked to Infants’Gut HealthSami Hocine
Children who go on to develop type 1 diabetes have less diverse microbiota.
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Dietary Guidelines for Fructose Questioned in Light of Diabetes RiseCharlotte LoBuono
The dietary guidelines for fructose-based sugars are way too high, researchers have discovered.
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Stand Up Routine: Sitting Linked to Cancer, Heart Disease, and Diabetes Charlotte LoBuono
Get up on your feet. Sitting is bad for your health, even if you are physically active.
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The Dangerous Use and Misuse of Alcohol and Alcohol Interactive DrugsSami Hocine
People who drink regularly could be at risk of serious alcohol and medication interactions.
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How Light from E-Readers Disrupts Your SleepSami Hocine
The blue light computers and other screens emit can make it hard to get a restful night's sleep.
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Weigh Yourself Often for Better Weight ControlBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Getting on the scale isn't always good news, but it is a wonderful motivator and helps keep diets on track.
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Semen Quality Is a Reflection of General HealthNeil Wagner
Poor semen quality and fertility problems tend to be a reflection of other health issues.
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A Steep Rise in the Cost of DiabetesCharlotte LoBuono
An aging population, increasing obesity, and expanding treatment options add up to billions in costs
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The Virtues of The Mediterranean Diet Show Up on ChromosomesSami Hocine
The Mediterranean diet works by keeping our telomeres, and so our lives, longer.
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Fasting Can Be Good for Many Areas of Health, Not Just Your WeightAlice G. Walton
Intermittent fasting can reduce inflammation, spur antioxidant enzymes and improve your metabolism.
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Discovery Paves Way for Early Detection of Blood CancerSami Hocine
Two new studies identify the genetic mutations that lead to some cancers and offer hope for treating precancerous conditions early.
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Microbes for Weight ControlSami Hocine
It may be possible to adjust the microbiota in our guts to help us lose weight — or at least make it easier to keep weight off.
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Health is a Partnership, Not Solely Physicians' ResponsibilityNeil Wagner
When a doctor tells a patient to exercise or take a medication and the patient doesn't, who is responsible?
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Cholesterol Levels Reflect Number of Meals Eaten Away from HomeCharlotte LoBuono
The number of meals you eat away from home has a big effect on body mass and cholesterol levels.
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Restaurants Are Cutting CaloriesBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Restaurant chains have been introducing lower-calorie items. This could help diners keep weight off.
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Grapefruit Lowers Glucose and Improves Weight ControlBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A compound in grapefruit lowers glucose as well as a common diabetes drug.
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Weight-Loss Surgery: One Procedure Appears BetterBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Weight-loss surgery can make a huge health difference. But is gastric bypass or banding better?
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Minimizing Your Risk of Gestational DiabetesEsther Entin, M.D.
Four lifestyle changes can reduce women's risk of developing diabetes during pregnancy by 80%.
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Fried Food Increases Risk for Gestational Diabetes Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Women who are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant should try to limit the amount of fried food they eat, particularly when eating out.
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An Apple A Day May Keep Obesity at BayBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When it comes to keeping the beneficial bacteria in your colon happy, one apple stands above the rest. It may even help keep weight off.
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Artificial Sweeteners May Cause Real Metabolic ProblemsCharlotte LoBuono
Artificial sweeteners may cause the problems, such as glucose intolerance and diabetes, their use was intended to prevent.
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Protein Production Put on Hold During Times of StressSami Hocine
The misfolded proteins that accumulate in ALS and Alzheimer's appear to be the result of cells' response to stress.
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A Growing Waistline ProblemBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Waistlines have grown over an inch on average in the past ten years. This increase in belly fat is not good health news.
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Junk Food Changes the Brain, But Healthy Foods Can Bring It BackAlice G. Walton
Too much junk food may wire the brain for unhealthy choices. But you can change this.
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Active Commuting Offers Health — and Environmental — BenefitsLeslie Carr
Commuters who drive themselves to work weigh five to seven pounds more than those who walk or bike.
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Children‘s Lunch Boxes Fail Nutrition TestBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Tips for sendings kids to school with healthy lunches they'll enjoy.
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Antibiotics in Early Life — and in Utero — May Bring Obesity Risk Later OnAlice G. Walton
Early exposure to antibiotics — even prenatally — can raise the risk for obesity later in life.
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Enlisting Community Pharmacies to Improve Healthcare Delivery and SavingsEsther Entin, M.D.
Your local pharmacist just may be one of the best healthcare cost-containment strategies around.
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The Childhood Obesity Crisis: Who Is in Denial?Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Kids can have inaccurate ideas about their own weight. Parents, too. What helps.
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At the Intersection of Obesity, Diabetes and CancerSami Hocine
The obese suffer from chronic inflammation in fat cells. This not only can bring on diabetes, it may also promote cancer.
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What Looks Like Depression in Type 2 Diabetes Might Be Something ElseAlice G. Walton
“Depressed” people with diabetes may not be clinically depressed – they may just be reacting to having an illness.
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Sugars' Hidden Identities Create Problems for ConsumersBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
When we can't trust the labels on our soft drinks to report sugar content accurately, it spells trouble.
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White Bread Will Make You FatBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Eating two slices of white bread a day raises the risk of obesity by 40%.
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FDA Approves A New Sugar SubstituteBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Advantame is 20,000 times sweeter than sugar, making it potentially far safer than other sugar substitutes.
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Sugar-Sweetened High Blood Pressure Esther Entin, M.D.
Sugar-sweetened beverages have a direct effect on blood pressure. The more you drink, the higher it -- and your risk of heart attack -- go.
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Stress Can Make A Bad Diet Even Worse for Your Health Alice G. Walton
When we are stressed, the comfort foods we crave have an even worse impact on our weight and health than usual.
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A Steep Rise in Diabetes Seen in Children and Teens in the U.S.Esther Entin, M.D.
Kids are eating more and exercising less. The upshot is a huge increase in diabetes -- and medical costs.
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Could the Risk of Diabetes Be Lowered with Coffee? Alice G. Walton
Coffee drinkers have a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes among other health benefits.
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Early Morning Light May Help Keep Weight under Control Alice G. Walton
Getting some early morning sun may not only wake you up – it may help you slim down.
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First-Time Prescriptions Often Go UnfilledCharlotte LoBuono
Almost a third of all first-time prescriptions go unfilled. Cost is the reason. There are alternatives.
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Weight Gain During and After Pregnancy Signals Serious Health ProblemsEsther Entin, M.D.
It's not a problem to gain weight when you are pregnant, but you need to lose it after the baby arrives.
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Parents Have a Big Effect on Kids' Screen TimeLeslie Carr
Parents, you have more influence than you think when it comes to helping kids curb screen time. Use it.
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Consistent Blood Pressure Control Cuts Risk of Second Stroke in HalfLeslie Carr
To avoid a second stroke, keep your blood pressure consistently under control.
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Americans May Be Getting the Nutrition MessageBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
A survey of Americans' eating habits finds they're eating at home more. Waistlines benefit.
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New Mothers Face An Increased the Risk of StrokeEsther Entin, M.D.
New moms are at higher risk for having a stroke, but too often the signs go unnoticed.
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Are Saturated Fats Really The Enemy? Maybe NotCharlotte LoBuono
Several research studies say saturated fats may have gotten a bad rap. The real cardio culprits are sugars and...
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Often Under the Radar, Binge Drinking May Lead to an Early Death Alice G. Walton
Drinking five drinks twice a week is far worse for your health than drinking two drinks five times a week, even though they may seem equal.
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New Guidelines Are First To Look At Stroke Risk in WomenCharlotte LoBuono
Because women's risk for stroke is far greater than that for men, it is important women follow the new guidelines designed for them.
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Teens' Breakfast Behaviors Predict Metabolic SyndromeBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Kids who don't eat in the morning aren't just depriving themselves of nutrients, they are setting the stage for major health issues down the road.
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Life After Weight Loss SurgeryLeslie Carr
Bariatric surgery can help some lose enough weight to improve their health, but it is not problem-free.
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The Seeds of Obesity on View in Developing EconomiesNeil Wagner
Economic development in poor countries offers a picture of how our obesity epidemic began. It starts with owning TVs, computers and cars.
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Fermented Dairy Foods — Like Yogurt — Reduce Diabetes RiskBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Fermented milk products like yogurt, sour cream, kefir, and lassi can reduce diabetes risk by as much as 28 percent.
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Coupons Can Be Hazardous to Your HealthBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Grocery store coupons are great — if you are shopping for candy, soda and chips.
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New Blood Pressure Recommendations May Mean You Don't Need Meds After AllAlice G. Walton
If you have borderline high BP, around 140/90 mm Hg, it may be better to hold off on treatment depending on your age and other factors.
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Just an Extra 2,000 Steps per Day Alice G. Walton
Simply walking an extra mile a day can reduce the risk of heart disease by about 10%.
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Kids More Active With a Little Help From Their Friends Esther Entin, M.D.
Peers can really affect how active -- or inactive -- a child is.
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How to Keep Those Holiday Pounds OffNeil Wagner
The holidays are a great time...to gain weight. Here are tips for ways to avoid picking up pounds.
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Never Underestimate the Power of A MuppetNeil Wagner
When the Muppets explain how to eat healthy and exercise, preschoolers listen. They even eat better
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A Short Course in Eating Better Alice G. Walton
It takes surprisingly little to help people shop smarter and eat better. Time for a tune up.
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Experts Urge Doctors to Treat Unhealthy Lifestyles Just Like a DiseaseAlice G. Walton
Preventive medicine means treating unhealthy lifestyles just as you would treat disease.
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Psoriasis Drug Has Potential As Treatment For Type 1 DiabetesCharlotte LoBuono
Alefacept, a drug used to treat psoriasis, helped diabetics produce their own insulin.
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The Future of Medicare: The Great Divide Neil Wagner
Medicare is running out of money. Is it misuse of benefits, or too few doctors offering services?
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Antipsychotic Use in ChildrenEsther Entin, M.D.
Children taking certain antipsychotics for behavioral problems are far more likely to develop type 2 diabetes.
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Certain Fruits Lower Type 2 Diabetes RiskCharlotte LoBuono
Certain fruits greatly reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. But drinking juice increases it.
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Mediterranean Diet Helps Fight Stroke RiskBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The Mediterranean diet appears to counteract the influence of genes in a healthy way. Score one for nutrition. >
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Driving to Work Raises Diabetes RiskCharlotte LoBuono
Those who drive to work have a far higher risk of diabetes than those who walk or bike. Even a bus is better.
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High Blood Sugar Linked to Dementia RiskAlice G. Walton
The higher your blood sugar, the greater your risk for dementia, whether you have diabetes or not.
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The FDA Cracks Down on Diabetes Treatment Scams Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Fake diabetes treatments, from "natural" remedies to potentially dangerous drugs, are under scrutiny.
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Breakfast May Reduce Risk of Heart Attack, Coronary Disease DeathCharlotte LoBuono
Having a good breakfast reduces the risk of heart disease and can even help you lose weight.
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Living Longer With Obesity Increases Heart RiskBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
The longer you remain overweight, the greater the likelihood of cardiovascular disease.
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The Rising Threat of West Nile VirusCharlotte LoBuono
Know the symptoms. And please, use insect repellent when mosquitoes are active.
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Kidney Dialysis in the Elderly: The Case for GraftsNeil Wagner
How to avoid some complications when connecting elderly patients to dialysis machines.
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Are Refined Carbs the Key to Food Addiction?Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Addicted to carbs: Foods like soda and refined flour light up the brain the same way drugs do.
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Social Media Improves Organ Donor RegistrationCharlotte LoBuono
Social networking turns out to be a good way to get people registering at state organ banks.
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Vegetarian Diets Cut Risk of Death from Chronic Diseases Charlotte LoBuono
The risk of death from any cause is less among those whose diets are meatless.
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Soda Bans Appear to Find Their Target Alice G. Walton
So-called “soda bans” may actually help those who need it most.
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Artificial Sweeteners Affect Sugar MetabolismNeil Wagner
Sucralose appears to affect insulin metabolism in people who are overweight.
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Just One Sugary Drink A Day Increases Diabetes Risk SignificantlyAlice G. Walton
Oh come on! How much can one little sugary drink a day up your risk for diabetes? Pretty significantly.
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The Fat-Autoimmunity ConnectionAlice G. Walton
What being overweight does to your immune system is not good.
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Behind Obesity: Could It Be Insulin, Not Calories?Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
It's not calories that make us fat, argues Gary Taubes. And that's why we keep gaining weight.
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Research Focuses on Treatment Ahead of PreventionAlice G. Walton
Researchers tend to study treatments far more frequently than prevention. Is this backwards?
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Gastric Surgery Produces Beneficial Genetic, Metabolic ChangesLeslie Carr
Gastric surgery is an extreme weight loss solution, but it can produce lasting metabolic and even genetic benefits.
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A Shift Away from Fast FoodBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Americans are eating less fast food. You can guess what group eats the most.
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Water Often Not Available in Childcare Centers Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Childcare centers are missing the opportunity to help make children water-drinkers. Why is H2O so rarely easily available?
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Too Much Sodium in the Diet May Trigger Autoimmune DiseasesAlice G. Walton
A high salt diet may trigger autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis.
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Mississippi Passes An "Anti-Bloomberg" BillNeil Wagner
Good job Mississippi, no soda bans for you! The state with the highest obesity rate passes a law to protect its standing.
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Take a Stand: Sitting Is Linked to Diabetes Alice G. Walton
Spending less time sitting could reduce your diabetes risk as much as adding vigorous exercise to your day.
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Aerobic Fitness Raises Scores on Reading and Math TestsAlice G. Walton
Fitness is more important to academic performance than most people realize.
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The Bitter Truth about SugarCharlotte LoBuono
The World Health Organization reviews the global effects of sugar on obesity. Guess what they found.
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New Class of Diabetes Drug Raises the Risk of Pancreatitis Alice G. Walton
Certain type 2 diabetes medications can double the risk of pancreatitis. The risk may be worth it, but must be weighed.
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Vegetarians' Hearts Are Healthier than Those of Meat EatersAlice G. Walton
A vegetarian diet lowers heart risk by a third, a huge decrease.
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Whole Grain Stamp Doesn't Tell the Whole StoryNeil Wagner
The ratio of fiber to carbs is what you want to look for when choosing whole grains.
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Survey Says Dietitians Can Help Physicians Treat ObesityBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
What happens when physicians, nutritionists, dietitians, and other professionals work together to curb obesity? Progress.
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Cell Phone App Boosts Weight LossNeil Wagner
Weight loss programs become much more effective when paired with an app that keeps track of your progress.
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Health Tips to Carry Forward into 2013Leslie Carr
New years are for fresh starts and self improvement. Here are some findings to take with you into 2013.
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Sedentary Nation: Too Little Walking, Too Much SittingNeil Wagner
Sitting too much and moving too little can shorten life. They are also easy to remedy.
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Even Occasional Family Meals Increase Kids’ Fruit and Veggie Intake Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Don't leave kids to fend for themselves at mealtime. Eating togther improves nutrition in a big way. Of course, what you serve matters, too.
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Simply Cutting Down on Fat, without “Dieting,” Brings Weight Loss Alice G. Walton
Cutting down on fat, without actually dieting, might be the easiest way to lose weight.
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Endocrine Disruptor Compounds: What We Know; What We SuspectEsther Entin, M.D.
You can't see, smell or taste these environmental toxins. But even lose doses can cause cancer.
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Tea's Many Health Benefits Charlotte LoBuono
Tea is a plant food. And much like a serving of fruit or vegetables, it provides important health benefits.
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High Fructose Corn Syrup and Diabetes: Where There's Smoke, There's FireNeil Wagner
If you think HFCS is just another form of sugar, think again.
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Doctors Often Misdiagnose Patient PreferencesCharlotte LoBuono
Patients often surprise their doctors by choosing different treatments than their doctors expect. Knowing all the options helps.
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Deficiency of Vitamin D in Diabetics May Lead to Clogged ArteriesBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Good levels of vitamin D prevent the sticky buildup that causes heart problems in diabetics.
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What A Lack of Sleep Does to MetabolismEsther Entin, M.D.
People who sleep too little have reduced insulin sensitivity, leading to weight gain and diabetes...
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Metabolic Syndrome and Cognition in AdolescentsEsther Entin, M.D.
Childhood obesity can affect the brain, shrinking areas connected with memory and reducing performance on IQ and achievement tests.
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Belly Fat May Not Be All BadAlice G. Walton
Belly fat has a lot of negative effects, but researchers may have a found at least one benefit.
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Teens Showing Ominous Signs of Cardiovascular Trouble to ComeEsther Entin, M.D.
Overweight adolescents show early warning signs of cardiovascular disease.
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Licorice, The Medicinal Plant of 2012Michael J. Gertner
Licorice helps reduces blood sugar levels and prevents insulin resistance and fatty liver disease...
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Low GI Foods: The Breakfast of ChampionsBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Eating low glycemic index foods can help prevent blood sugar spikes and overeating throughout the day.
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Harmful Chemicals, Unlisted on Labels, Can Lurk in Everyday ProductsAlice G. Walton
Worrisome compounds can appear in even the most "natural" household products...
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Government Panel Issues New Vaccination RecommendationsSusan H. Scher, M.D.
There are new vaccination recommendations target young men and boys, pregnant women, and diabetics.
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New Insights into How Exercise WorksNeil Wagner
Irisin, a newly-isolated hormone appears to help raise insulin levels and burn energy...
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Shift Work: An Occupational Health Hazard?Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Shift workers are at risk for type 2 diabetes, the longer you work rotating shifts, the worse it...
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Maggots May Clean Wounds Better Than ScalpelsAlice G. Walton
Maggots not only appear to clean wounds more effectively than modern methods, they may offer...
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Traffic Pollution May Increase Diabetes Risk Alice G. Walton
A new study links traffic pollution to type 2 diabetes risk - especially in people who are healthier
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The Secret Life of Saturated Fat ExposedBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Researchers have discovered just why unsaturated fats are so heart healthy. Now to get people...
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Diabetes Study May Point the Way to a Better Sex Life (for All Men)Neil Wagner
For many male diabetics weight loss is all they need to regain full sexual enjoyment.
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Eating Nuts Can Help Diabetics Control Blood SugarNeil Wagner
Eating nuts instead of carbohydrates can help diabetics control their blood sugar.
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Beyond LDL: Ultra-Bad CholesterolNeil Wagner
Sugar seems to make bad (LDL) cholesterol worse.
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Resource Center: Diabetes
Third-Line Diabetes Drugs May Be NeededAlice G. Walton
A third-line diabetes medication may help manage blood sugar when other treatments aren't enough.
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Diabetes is On the Rise in Obese Dogs and CatsAlice G. Walton
Diabetes epidemic not only in humans, but cats and dogs are developing it in record numbers.
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Teaching Old Cells New Tricks: How to Make Insulin Neil Wagner
Researchers have turned beta cells into alpha cells. If they can do the reverse, they can create...
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Diabetes Risk Linked to Low Vitamin D LevelsBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
People with low levels of vitamin D are far more likely to develop type 2 diabetes.
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Craving Fast Food? Skip the Coffee!Beth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Coffee and donuts may be a bad idea. Caffeine interferes with the body's ability to clear sugars from the blood.
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High Fructose Corn Syrup De-MystifiedBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
All sugars are basically the same, but some seem to pose a greater risk of weight gain than others.
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Baby Fat May Predict Childhood ObesityBeth Fontenot, MS, RD, LDN
Don't assume a chubby baby is a healthy baby. Don't deny infants food, but when solids are introduced, make healthy choices.
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Whole Grains May Reduce the BellyAlice G. Walton
Eating more whole grains (and fewer refined grains) can help reduce belly fat, and your risk for diabetes and heart disease.
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Why Aren't People Eating Whole-Grain Foods?Neil Wagner
Afraid you won't like whole grains? Popcorn is a whole grain. And there are many ways to eat and prepare them. Experiment.
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Diabetes and the Nervous System: How Neuropathy Develops and How It Can Be TreatedJohn W. Wiley, M.D., and Roberto Towns, Ph.D.
Uncontrolled blood sugar can wreak havoc on diabetics' nervous systems. Learn the signs and symptoms.
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Fighting Back Against DiabetesNeil Wagner
Simple lifestyle changes in diet and exercise can greatly reduce the health impact of Type 2 diabetes.
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Metabolic Syndrome Seriously Raises Heart RiskAlice G. Walton
Metabolic syndrome (insulin resistance, high blood pressure, blood fats and sugar) doubles the risk for heart attack and stroke.
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Magnesium Reduces Diabetes RiskAlice G. Walton
More magnesium in your diet, such as that found in whole grains, can reduce your risk for type 2 diabetes.
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FDA Restricts Diabetes Drug Alice G. Walton
The FDA has issued restrictions on who can be prescribed the type 2 diabetes drug Avandia®...
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids Reduce Inflammation, Boost Insulin SensitivityAlice G. Walton
Eating omega-3 fatty acids may help reduce inflammation that's linked to diabetes.
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Metabolic Syndrome May Be Reversible by Tweaking the DietAlice G. Walton
You may be able to reverse metabolic syndrome completely by making some important changes to your diet.
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Insulin Pump Superior to Injections in StudyNeil Wagner
If you have type 1 diabetes, consider an insulin pump. They tend to offer better blood sugar control.
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Diabetes More Likely for White Rice Eaters than Brown Rice EatersNeil Wagner
Eating whole grains, such as barley and brown rice lowers the risk of type 2 diabetes.
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High-Bran Diets May Help Diabetics Live LongerAlice G. Walton
Eating diets high in bran may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in people with type 2 diabetes.
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Anemia Drug Dangerous for Kidney PatientsNeil Wagner
Elderly kidney patients should not be given ESAs, or erythropoesis-stimulating agents. The drugs pose a risk of stroke and clots.
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Researchers Find More Reasons to Get a Full-Night's SleepAlice G. Walton
Getting a full night's sleep may help you live longer and help prevent type 2 diabetes.
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Diabetes RisingDan Hurley
How a rare disease became a modern pandemic, and what to do about it.
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New Method Predicts Kidney Failure Better than Conventional TestsAlice G. Walton
Monitoring protein levels in the urine may be a better way to predict kidney function...
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"Artificial Pancreas" Helps Control Nighttime Blood Sugar in Young DiabeticsAlice G. Walton
Used during sleep, the system, which calculates and administers insulin, was far more effective at preventing nighttime hypoglycemia.
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Junk Food Seriously Ups Risk for Type 2 DiabetesAlice G. Walton
An occasional fast food meal is no big deal. But eating them often raises the risk of diabetes and obesity greatly.
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Antipsychotic Users Not Being Tested for Side EffectsNeil Wagner
Second generation antipsychotic drugs, like clozapine, olanzapine, and risperidone, can raise the risk of diabetes and heart problems.
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Controlling Depression Helps Reduce Blood Sugar in DiabeticsAlice G. Walton
When diabetics suffer from depression, treating it can lower blood sugar and blood pressure levels as well.
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Coffee - Even Decaf - Puts Diabetes at Bay, Says New StudyAlice G. Walton
People who drink between three and four cups of coffee a day reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes by 25%.
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Diet and Exercise Stave off Diabetes Better than MedsAlice G. Walton
Diet and exercise are the best way to prevent type 2 diabetes, even better than medication.
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Boosting Fiber May Help Thwart Belly FatAlice G. Walton
fat is associated with an increased risk of heart problems and diabetes.
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Mediterranean Diet Helps Diabetics Stay off Blood Sugar MedsAlice G. Walton
The so−called Mediterranean diet appears to help some diabetics reduce their need for blood sugar medications.
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Can Carnitine Help Diabetics?Neil Wagner
Adding carnitine, a nutrient essential for proper fat metabolism, to rats' diets for eight weeks restored the rats' fuel−burning ability...
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Hints of a Cure for Type 2 Diabetes?Neil Wagner
When PEDF, a protein released by fat cells, was neutralized in obese mice their insulin resistance vanished.
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Can Vitamin C Halt the Damage of Diabetes? Neil Wagner
Vitamin C administered with insulin helped end the damage to blood vessels so common in both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
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Blood Fats Better Indicator of Diabetic Neuropathy, New Study Finds Alice G. Walton
Triglyceride levels can be better predictors of the risk of diabetic neuropathy than blood sugar levels.
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Kidney Patients May Benefit from Slumbering through Nighttime Dialysis Alice G. Walton
For kidney patients who need dialysis, the option of undergoing treatment overnight can be an appealing alternative to daytime sessions.
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Women Who Eat Low-Glycemic Breakfasts Burn More Fat, Feel FullerAlice G. Walton
Low-glycemic foods, like whole grains, take longer to break down than high glycemic foods do, resulting in a slower climb in blood sugar.
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Diabetes Drug Linked to Eye Disease Neil Wagner
Glitazones work by increasing the sensitivity of muscle,fat and liver tissue to insulin, causing these tissues to take up more glucose.
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Diabetes May Be Caused by Common Childhood VirusAlice G. Walton
A common enterovirus may be the tipping point in a chain of events that cause beta cells in the pancreas to stop producing insulin and diabetes...
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Exercise, Not Television-Watching, Reduces Type-2 Diabetes in African-American WomenAlice G. Walton
A quick way to greatly reduce your diabetes risk is to turn off the TV and go for a walk.
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Risks for Metabolic Syndrome Neil Wagner
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of factors that increases the chance of contracting heart disease, diabetes or stroke.
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Diabetes And Exercise: Poor Sensation Is No ContraindicationJordana Bieze Foster
Regular exercise helps control glucose levels and improves cardiovascular mortality in patients with diabetes.
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How Calorie-Dense is Your Diet?Neil Wagner
The two most important factors that determine the calorie density of a food are fat and water content.
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Diabetes is Real; "Jaws" Is Just a MovieNeil Wagner
Diabetes affects almost every organ in the body, causes severe circulatory problems and greatly increases the risk of heart attack.
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Eating Broccoli May Protect the Heart from Damage Due to DiabetesAlice G. Walton
Add protecting blood vessels in diabetes patients to the long list of broccoli’s health benefits. A compound in broccoli ...
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Reduced Fertility in Diabetic Men May Be Due to DNA Damage in SpermAlice G. Walton
Scientists have found that men living with diabetes may be less fertile than non-diabetic men due to DNA damage in the sperm they produce.
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Treating Heart Risk in the Obese — Pills Are Not EnoughLinda Hepler
Prevention, not handing out pills, is the key to improving risk for heart disease.
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Using Breakfast to Stabilize Blood SugarTom Gilbert
What you eat for breakfast can reduce the insulin rollercoaster and your risk for heart attack, stroke, type 2 diabetes and heart failure.
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Vitamin D in Childhood Lowers Diabetes RiskTom Gilbert
Giving young children extra Vitamin D supplements may help prevent type 1 diabetes later in life, says a new study.
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Diabetic Muscular InfarctionManuela Marinescu, M.D., and Peter Barland, M.D.
Sleep and LongevityLeslie Carr
We all understand that too little sleep can be bad for your health.
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Alcohol and Health: A Double-Edged SwordJames H. O'Keefe, M.D., and John H. Lee, M.D.
Something to Lose Sleep Over — Sleep Loss and Your HealthEve Van Cauter, Ph.D.
Professor of Medicine, University of Chicago School of Medicine, Chicago, IL.
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Stem Cell Transplant and DiabetesTom Gilbert
Stem cell transplantation can help people with type 1 diabetes mellitus get off insulin, at least temporarily, according to a new study.
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Belly Fat and DiseaseTom Gilbert
As scientists learn more about the role of inflammation in diabetes, heart disease and other disorders, new research suggests that fat in the belly may be an important contributor to that inflammation.
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Type 1 Diabetes - The Latest on New Insulins and Delivery Systems Sheryl Merkin, M.S., F.N.P., C.D.E., Sharon Movsas, M.S., R.D., C.D.E. and Joel Zonszein, M.D., C.D.E.
Does Prostate Cancer Treatment Cause Diabetes and Heart Disease?Tom Gilbert
A common treatment for prostate cancer puts men at increased risk for diabetes and cardiovascular disease, according to a new study.
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Sleep Loss and DiabetesTom Gilbert
Short or poor quality sleep is associated with high blood-sugar levels in African-Americans with diabetes, according to new research.
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If You Needed a Reason to Drink CoffeeTom Gilbert
A study finds coffee drinking is related to a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes.
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The Fight Against DiabetesSheryl Merkin, M.S., F.N.P., C.D.E., Sharon Movsas, M.S., R.D., C.D.E. and Joel Zonszein, M.D., C.D.E.
A lack of insulin or an inability to respond to insulin is known as "insulin resistance."
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Bioartificial Kidneys: Potential Application in Renal ReplacementFrieda Wolf, M.D., and Eli A. Friedman, M.D.
Beyond InsulinSam Engel, M.D.
Breaking Up (Exercise) Is Good to DoTom Gilbert
Short bursts of intense exercise may be better for the heart than endurance training.
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The Best Weapon vs. Diabetes — PreventionTom Gilbert
If you understand your risk for diabetes, you have the motivation you need to change your lifestyle.
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Erythropoietin and Progressive Kidney DiseaseEli A. Friedman, M.D.
In a perfect world, every medical treatment would be backed up by solid science, that is, rigorous clinical trials.
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Less is Less: the Undertreatment of High Blood PressureEli A. Friedman, M.D.
If your doctor says your blood pressure is "a little high," you should betreated with anti-hypertensive drugs.
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Pancreas Transplant: A Cure for Diabetes?Eli A. Friedman, M.D.
Type 1 diabetics with kidney disease should strongly consider simultaneous kidney and pancreas transplant.
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New Drugs for Type 2 DiabetesEli Ipp, M.D.
Sulfonylureas are among the least costly and most effective medications for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
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PVD: A Practical Approach to Promoting HealingCaroline Fife, M.D.
Cold feet? Or are your legs often pale when elevated or red while hanging down?You may have the inadequate blood flow associated with peripheral vascular disease.
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Can Bacteria Be Trained to Do the Kidney's Work?Eli A. Friedman, M.D.
In industrialized countries, peritoneal- and hemo-dialysis sustain the lives of more than a quarter of a million patients whose kidneys don't work effectively (renal insufficiency).
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When Kidneys Fail in Diabetes: Therapy OptionsEli A. Friedman, M.D.
Diabetes is a complicated and chronic disease that eventually destroys the kidneys.
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