Carbohydrates in general are the main enemy when it comes to diabetes, but a new study suggests that sugar – specifically added fructose – found in processed foods is one of the main drivers of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes.
Though Sanofi has not officially announced its availability, Afrezza can now be picked up at retail outlets like CVS and Walgreens – for now, a special pharmacy order may be required, meaning you can pick it ~1-2 days after you turn in the prescription. If interested, please call your doctor to find out the steps […]
Most glucometers that people with diabetes use today are pretty dumb. They display the latest readings and if you’re lucky there’s some charting capabilities as well. On the other hand there’s a myriad of apps that provide detailed tracking of glucose levels, dietary intake, and physical activity. The trick is transferring the data from the […]
Are the FDA guidelines for metformin use really as current as they should be?
An ultra-thin, flexible sensor that sticks to the skin like a temporary tattoo can detect a person’s blood glucose levels.
According to the report, published in this week’s Annals of Internal Medicine, more than half of the average person’s waking hours are spent sitting: watching television, working at a computer, commuting, or doing other physically inactive pursuits. But all that sitting could be sending us to an early grave—even those folks who exercise up to […]
Medtronic has unveiled its new MiniMed 640G System, an advanced blood glucose sensor and insulin delivery combination that in some ways mimics a healthy pancreatic response. Specifically, this is the world’s first system that will stop pumping insulin when glucose levels are predicted to drop below a set baseline, preventing hypoglycemia, and then resume once […]
In previous studies, metformin has been shown to decrease the risk of cancer in type 2 diabetes. A recent meta-analysis showed a 34% reduction in the incidence of any cancer and a 33% reduction in cancer mortality; however, the studies are prone to bias and failed to confirm the results of observational studies.
Investigators have long sought the answer to a vexing question: What are the biological mechanisms involved in the development of type 2 diabetes? A recent study from Weill Cornell Medical College researchers suggests that the culprit may be a lack of vitamin A, which helps give rise to the cells, called beta cells, in the […]
Older people are especially susceptible to severe hypoglycemia. With age, kidneys become less efficient, which causes insulin (or other drugs) to accumulate in the body; this, in turn, can lead to hypoglycemia. What’s more, older people often take multiple medications, some of which may interact with diabetes drugs. This, too, may cause hypoglycemia.
Researchers studied the effectiveness of new insulin glargine 300 U/mL (Gla-300) vs insulin glargine 100 U/mL (Gla-100) in patients with type 1 diabetes. In two small double-blind, randomized, crossover studies, insulin glargine concentration and glucose infusion rates were more constant and prolonged with Gla-300.
On January 7 at the Consumer Electronic’s Show in Las Vegas, Dexcom presented the first mock-up we’ve ever seen (please see picture) of its Gen 5 CGM integrated directly with an Apple iPhone app and Apple Watch!
Tandem Diabetes Care (San Diego, CA) just announced that the FDA has given clearance to its t:flex insulin pump. Having the largest insulin store of any system available, the t:flex is aimed at diabetics who consume greater quantities of insulin. The reservoir holds 480 units of insulin, which may be sufficient for even the most […]
If you’re going to set just one goal for 2015, I think eating more produce should be it, but I’ve also listed four others below. I know you’ve heard them before, but they are without a doubt the most tried-and-true, impactful eating habits you can foster — both for your waistline and your health.
Despite major advances in the treatment of type 1 diabetes over the past 30 years, type 1 men are living approximately 11 fewer years than their non-diabetic peers. For women, the years lost is even higher at 13.
I’ve heard that not all blood glucose meters are accurate. Can I trust my monitor? And what factors may affect my finger-stick blood sugar results?
Is it common to get bruises at the site of injection? What can you do about that?
Changes include a new blood sugar standard for children and adolescents; a lower BMI screening threshold for Asian Americans; and new recommendations on statin use based on risk status
Today, Wil goes deep into a question many of us insulin pumpers have asked, about refurbished insulin pumps. Read on to learn whether he thinks there’s any reason for concern…
Here’s a roundup of what we expect to see on the D-Tech scene in 2015, with some insights and observations sprinkled in from our end.