Diabetes : Science World Report

Jan 18, 2016 06:01 PM EST

Can You Really 'Catch-Up' On Sleep?

Research continuously goes back and forth on whether or not we can play "catch-up" when it comes to sleep. Now, new findings published in the journal Diabetes Care examine how we can get back some missed rest on the weekends.

Dec 29, 2015 07:40 PM EST

Even Slightly Elevated Blood Sugar Levels Linked To Kidney Damage

Even slightly elevated blood sugar levels may be linked to kidney damage, according to a recent study.

Dec 10, 2015 12:13 AM EST

Life Expectancy In The U.S. 79 For Third Year In A Row

A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that life expectancy for a newborn is about 79 years old for the third year year in a row.

Dec 04, 2015 01:07 PM EST

Miracle Drug Metformin May Hold Longevity Secrets

A drug that's commonly used to treat diabetes may hold the secret to longevity, according to a recent study.

Nov 27, 2015 08:26 PM EST

Walnuts Every Day May Help Lower Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes

A daily handful of walnuts may help reduce risk factors associated with type 2 diabetes, according to a recent study.

Nov 24, 2015 06:21 PM EST

Breastfeeding May Lower Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes In Moms

Breastfeeding may protect against Type 2 diabetes, according to a recent study.

Nov 18, 2015 02:16 AM EST

Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes Increase Risk Of Bone Problems

Though obesity and type 2 diabetes negatively affect bone health, exercise can work to combat risk fracture, according to a recent study.

Nov 13, 2015 12:14 PM EST

Dietary Potassium May Help Prevent Kidney, Heart Problems In Diabetics

Dietary potassium may help prevent kidney and heart problems in diabetics, according to a recent study.

Nov 05, 2015 12:42 AM EST

Sleep Patterns May Affect Diabetes' Risk In Women

Older women who increase their typical amount of sleep by more than two hours may be at a greater risk of type 2 diabetes, according to a recent study.

Nov 03, 2015 04:34 PM EST

Smartphone Detects Diabetes Through Saliva Sampling

Researchers have created a new technique where you can detect diabetes in a saliva sample with a smartphone. The new technology provides immediate results and will be used for diagnosis of diabetes within low-income populations, according to the researchers.

Nov 02, 2015 12:31 PM EST

Abdominal Fat In First Trimester Predicts Gestational Diabetes Risk

High levels of abdominal fat during the first trimester of pregnancy may increase the development of gestational diabetes, according to a recent study.

Oct 19, 2015 11:17 AM EDT

Fructose Discovery Could Lead to Treatments for Cancer, Obesity, Diabetes

Stockholm University researchers reached a breakthrough in understanding the way fructose is transported to our cells, which could benefit the development for treatments for cancer, obesity, and diabetes.