No one knows why high glucose levels cause complications in people with diabetes. But keeping glucose levels as low as possible prevents or slows some complications.For the Diabetes Contr...
Diabetes is a common disorder in which the body has difficulty controlling levels of sugar in the bloodstream. Normally, the hormone insulin, made by the pancreas (an organ in the abdomen), regu...
Being told you have diabetes, or that there is a problem with your blood-sugar level, can cause quite a bit of stress -- and rightly so. You may have read headlines about what c...
A lot of habits and conditions can raise your risk for death, but smoking is a key factor that's within your control. To help people assess their mortality risk, researchers published charts i...
Tip 1: Early to bed and early to rise may keep your weight from reaching new highs. If you don't feel tired until late, make some changes in your routine. Relax before bed with a ...
Making healthy meals may seem daunting, but there are plenty of nutritious, easy-to-use prepare options. ...
Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium, which makes your bones strong. This vitamin may also promote heart health. Research suggests that people with low vitamin D levels are mo...
Q: One of my New Year's resolutions is to lose weight. How much do I have to lose to start seeing health benefits? A: Even a mo...
Are omega-3 fatty acids the newest wonder drugs? Studies suggest these fats found in fish and vegetable oils could:-Ease depressioin-Lower blood pressure and cholesterol-Pre...
In today's challenging economy, taking preventive steps to stay healthy makes good financial sense. Such measures often cost a lot less than treating a medical problem once it arises. That's one...
Obese teenagers who don't get the proper amount of sleep may have disruptions in insulin secretion and blood sugar (glucose) levels, say pediatric researchers. Th...