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Traditional African Foods May Help Manage Diabetes
Health & WellnessFeb 15

Traditional African Foods May Help Manage Diabetes

Indigenous African foods like jute mallow, caterpillars, and finger millet contain powerful anti-inflammatory compounds that could help manage type 2 diabetes. Researchers analyzed 46 studies and found these underutilized foods offer hope as nutritional therapy for the 830 million people living with diabetes worldwide.

Medical Xpress2 min read
FDA Clears First AI Chatbot That Helps Manage Diabetes
InnovationJul 3

FDA Clears First AI Chatbot That Helps Manage Diabetes

A new app just became the first FDA-cleared medical device that lets diabetes patients chat with AI to manage their treatment. UpDoc's breakthrough technology translates doctor plans into daily guidance through simple voice and text conversations.

STAT News2 min read
Former President, 89, Manages Diabetes for 40 Years
Health & WellnessMay 16

Former President, 89, Manages Diabetes for 40 Years

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo shares how diet, exercise, and discipline have kept him active at 89 despite living with diabetes for over four decades. His simple wellness formula is inspiring others to take health seriously at any age.

Vanguard Nigeria3 min read
NFL Star Mark Andrews Champions Diabetes Eye Health Awareness
Health & Wellness4d ago

NFL Star Mark Andrews Champions Diabetes Eye Health Awareness

Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews has managed type 1 diabetes since age 9, and now he's using his platform to help others understand the critical connection between diabetes and eye health. His message: with proper care, people with diabetes can achieve anything.

Mens Health3 min read
Insulin Inhaler Shows Promise for Type 1 Diabetes
Health & WellnessJun 7

Insulin Inhaler Shows Promise for Type 1 Diabetes

A groundbreaking insulin inhaler could soon spare millions of Type 1 diabetes patients from daily injections. The medical breakthrough offers new hope for easier diabetes management.

Google News - Medical Breakthrough2 min read
African Foods Fight Diabetes With Anti-Inflammatory Power
Health & WellnessFeb 13

African Foods Fight Diabetes With Anti-Inflammatory Power

Scientists discover traditional African foods like caterpillars, jute mallow, and finger millet contain powerful compounds that reduce inflammation and help manage diabetes. These underutilized indigenous foods could transform treatment for 830 million people worldwide living with diabetes.

AllAfrica - Health3 min read
4 Minutes of Daily Exercise Helps Control Type 2 Diabetes
Health & WellnessMay 28

4 Minutes of Daily Exercise Helps Control Type 2 Diabetes

People with Type 2 diabetes improved their blood sugar control with just four one-minute bursts of activity throughout the day. This simple "exercise snack" approach makes managing diabetes more accessible than ever.

Google News - Health2 min read
Lilly's New Diabetes Drug: 15% Weight Loss in 40 Weeks
Health & WellnessMar 19

Lilly's New Diabetes Drug: 15% Weight Loss in 40 Weeks

A new diabetes treatment from Eli Lilly helped patients lose 15% of their body weight while improving blood sugar control, potentially becoming the most effective weight loss diabetes drug yet. The results offer hope for millions who struggle to shed pounds while managing their condition.

STAT News2 min read
Preventing Type 2 Diabetes Cuts Carbon Emissions by 67%
Health & WellnessJan 21

Preventing Type 2 Diabetes Cuts Carbon Emissions by 67%

A groundbreaking UK study reveals that stopping pre-diabetes through simple lifestyle changes could slash healthcare's carbon footprint by two-thirds while adding six years to people's lives. The findings show that preventing and managing diabetes properly isn't just good for patients—it's essential for reaching climate goals.

Medical Xpress3 min read
FDA Approves Needle-Free Insulin for Kids with Diabetes
Health & WellnessJun 9

FDA Approves Needle-Free Insulin for Kids with Diabetes

Children with Type 1 diabetes now have their first needle-free insulin option after the FDA approved an inhalable treatment. The breakthrough ends the daily requirement of multiple injections for young patients managing this chronic condition.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
Vegan Diet Cuts Insulin Needs by 28% in Diabetes Study
Health & WellnessFeb 14

Vegan Diet Cuts Insulin Needs by 28% in Diabetes Study

A new study shows people with type 1 diabetes who switched to a low-fat vegan diet reduced their daily insulin use by nearly 30 percent in just 12 weeks. The breakthrough findings suggest a simple dietary change could help millions manage their condition more effectively.

Independent UK - Good News2 min read
Century-Old Drug Cuts Insulin Needs 12% for Type 1 Diabetics
Health & WellnessApr 16

Century-Old Drug Cuts Insulin Needs 12% for Type 1 Diabetics

A cheap diabetes drug that's been around for 100 years is helping people with type 1 diabetes use significantly less insulin each day. Scientists are now racing to understand why it works so they can help even more patients.

Health Daily3 min read
Coffee Compounds Outperform Diabetes Drug in Lab Study
InnovationJan 19

Coffee Compounds Outperform Diabetes Drug in Lab Study

Scientists discovered three new compounds in roasted coffee beans that slow sugar absorption better than a common diabetes medication. The finding could lead to coffee-based foods that help manage blood sugar naturally.

Medical Xpress2 min read
Bariatric Surgery Beats Diabetes Drugs Across All Incomes
Health & WellnessJan 20

Bariatric Surgery Beats Diabetes Drugs Across All Incomes

A 12-year study across four U.S. cities found bariatric surgery outperforms even the latest diabetes medications for weight loss and blood sugar control, regardless of patients' income levels. The findings offer new hope for the millions managing type 2 diabetes, especially those facing financial hardships.

Google News - Health3 min read
Scientists Find Protein That Could Stop Diabetic Blindness
Health & WellnessMar 8

Scientists Find Protein That Could Stop Diabetic Blindness

Researchers discovered that blocking a single protein prevented diabetic eye damage in mice before it could start. The finding could help protect vision in millions of people with diabetes before symptoms ever appear.

Health Daily3 min read
Study Finds Vitamin D Deficiency in 60% of Diabetes Patients
Health & WellnessApr 6

Study Finds Vitamin D Deficiency in 60% of Diabetes Patients

New research shows that people with type 2 diabetes are often low in key nutrients, with vitamin D topping the list. The findings could help millions manage their health better through simple dietary changes.

Google News - Health2 min read
Scientists Discover Diabetes Drug Also Heals the Brain
InnovationMar 30

Scientists Discover Diabetes Drug Also Heals the Brain

A medication that's helped millions manage diabetes for six decades just revealed a stunning second talent. Researchers have discovered metformin also works in the brain, opening new doors for treating neurological conditions.

Google: scientific discovery2 min read
FDA Approves Diabetes Drug for Kids 8 and Up
Health & WellnessJun 13

FDA Approves Diabetes Drug for Kids 8 and Up

The FDA just approved teplizumab for children aged 8 and older with stage 3 type 1 diabetes, expanding treatment options for young patients. This marks an important step forward in managing a disease that affects over 300,000 American children.

STAT News2 min read
New Diabetes Drug Cuts Blood Sugar 2x, Weight Loss 4x
Health & WellnessJun 7

New Diabetes Drug Cuts Blood Sugar 2x, Weight Loss 4x

A groundbreaking triple-action weekly injection helped people with type 2 diabetes lose more than four times the weight of standard treatment while dramatically improving blood sugar control. The drug works differently than existing medications by targeting three hormones instead of one or two.

Google News - Business2 min read
Nigeria's Jigawa State Creates Diabetic Meals for Pilgrims
Acts of KindnessFeb 13

Nigeria's Jigawa State Creates Diabetic Meals for Pilgrims

Jigawa State in Nigeria is launching specialized diabetic meal plans for its 2026 Hajj pilgrims, ensuring everyone can safely participate in the holy journey. The program offers three tailored meals daily to help manage blood sugar levels during the pilgrimage.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read

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