Diabetes Might Be Cured Using Healthy Stool Samples, Say Researchers at UCSD
Live bacterial therapeutics (LBTs) injected into mice stopped the progression of diabetes—and could end the need for human insulin injections.
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Unhealthy Fat Could Be Turned Into 'Good Fat' to Keep Us Youthful and Thinner
Brown fat burns a lot of calories to create heat through a process called thermogenesis, but outside of cold people, brown fat is rare.
New Artificial Pancreas for Type 2 Diabetes Manages Blood Sugar Twice as Well as Jabs -Now Approved in UK
Cambridge University completed a successful trial of an artificial pancreas that helps Type 2 diabetes patients manage blood sugar levels.
Breakthrough Obesity Treatment in Early Research Can Target Bad Fat Anywhere in the Body
The authors believe they have found the secret to targeting fat cells in a depot-specific manner without damaging them.
Potatoes Don't Deserve Their Bad Reputation-Here's Why You Should Rethink the Spud
Data from 54,000 people found that when potatoes are preapred without frying or mashing, there's nothing unhealthy about them.
Dancing or Brisk Walks Can Slash Diabetes Risk By 74%, Even When it Runs in the Family
Dancing or going for brisk walks can slash the risk of diabetes by three-quarters, according to a huge new study.
Crazy Insulin Prices Now a Thing of the Past in U.S. After Government Initiates Monthly Cost of $35
Big pharma companies now have to provide rebates to Medicare if the cost of their drug rose faster than the price of inflation.
People With Diabetes May One Day Be Monitoring Glucose With an Earring
Continuity contains a wearable "earring" glucose sensor with vibration alert, an insulin-mist pump, and wireless connectivity that sends data to a doctor.
Bionic Pancreas for Type 1 Diabetes Gets 'Breakthrough' Designation From FDA
After this devoted dad spent years developing an autonomous pancreas for his diabetic son, it has finally gotten a "breakthrough designation" from the FDA.
Eating in Sync With Biological Clock Could Replace Problematic Diabetes Treatment, Says New Study
Not only did the study participants lose weight on the diet, their glucose levels also improved dramatically—and some were even able to stop taking insulin.
Could Electromagnetic Fields Treat Diabetes? These Scientists Think So
University of Iowa researchers may have discovered a safe new way to manage blood sugar non-invasively, using electromagnetic field therapy.
Excited Scientists Make Type-2 Diabetes Breakthrough With First-Ever Glimpse At How Protein Behind Disease Works
Scientists have observed the architecture of amyloid fibrils for the first time. This could lead to a breakthrough in Type 2 diabetes treatment.
New Contact Lenses May Soon Allow Diabetics to Monitor Glucose Levels With Just the Blinks of Their Eyes
Not only can the smart contact lenses monitor glucose levels, they can also release medication directly into the membrane of the eye.
100 Years After First Diabetes Breakthrough, Canadian Scientists Believe They've Found a Cure
Edmonton's Dr. James Shapiro has cured diabetes in mice, raising hopes for a cure in humans if funding and more research is permitted.
Patch Inspired by Cactus Eliminates Need for Diabetics to Prick Skin for Blood, Collects Sweat Instead
Scientists at POSTECH in South Korea have designed a sweat-collecting path, inspired by cactus spines, to benefit diabetics.
People Who've Tried Psychedelics Have Lower Risk of Heart Disease and Diabetes
Using data of 375,000 Americans, scientists found those who took psychedelic drugs were half as likely to develop heart disease or diabetes.
Standing More Often May Help Prevent Chronic Diseases Like Type 2 Diabetes, Researchers Say
Standing is associated with better insulin sensitivity. Increasing the daily standing time may therefore help prevent chronic diseases.
No More Pricks: Scientists Are Rolling Out First-of-its-Kind Blood Sugar Test for Pain-Free Delivery to Diabetics
Researchers at The University of Newcastle Australia have developed a pain-free blood test for people with diabetes, a real breakthrough.
Stem-Cell Based 'Cure' for Type-1 Diabetes Draws Nearer, With FDA Trials Launched
Creating insulin-producing pancreas cells safely and at 80%, a new method using 3-dimensional petri dishes draws type-1 diabetes cure nearer.
Walmart Unveils Low-Priced Insulin to Diabetes Patients Who Can't Easily Afford it
Walmart launched of a version of insulin that will be cheaper for people who don't have health insurance or struggle to afford the cost.
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