Diabetes Studies and Research Information Center
Diabetes is fast becoming a world-wide epidemic and the scientific research field is virtually exploding with studies about all aspects of the disease. New information is being discovered at a rapid pace. Welcome to the Diabetes Information Center. Read about the latest studies that have been blogged on this website and keep up with the fast-paced world of diabetes research.
MUFA Rich Diet Can Reduce Belly Fat
According to a study that appeared in Diabetes Care, a journal published by the American Diabetes Association, a diet rich in monounsaturated fats (MUFA) may help reduce abdominal fat better than a carbohydrate rich diet.
According to a study that appeared in Diabetes Care, a journal published by the American Diabetes Association, a diet rich in monounsaturated fats (MUFA) may help reduce abdominal fat better than a carbohydrate rich diet.
Sleep and Type 2 Diabetes Risk
Using data from the First National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES I), scientists have proposed that either sleeping five hours or less, or nine hours or more every night, may increase the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
Using data from the First National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES I), scientists have proposed that either sleeping five hours or less, or nine hours or more every night, may increase the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
Low Carb, Higher Fiber Diet Lowers Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
New information from the Black Women's Health Study shows that eating foods that have a lower glycemic index and increasing cereal fiber in a healthy diet can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
New information from the Black Women's Health Study shows that eating foods that have a lower glycemic index and increasing cereal fiber in a healthy diet can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Keeping Track of Steps Increases Motivation to Walk
A study by the University of Michigan Health System determined that people with diabetes are more motivated to walk when they have a way to keep track of their steps. Two groups of people were given pedometers and also logged in their walks on a website during the study.
A study by the University of Michigan Health System determined that people with diabetes are more motivated to walk when they have a way to keep track of their steps. Two groups of people were given pedometers and also logged in their walks on a website during the study.
Seniors Deal With More Than Just Diabetes
A study by the University of Michigan Health System shows that 92 percent of diabetic seniors are also trying to manage multiple serious health problems, such as heart disease, hypertension, arthritis or other chronic conditions, in addition to their diabetes.
A study by the University of Michigan Health System shows that 92 percent of diabetic seniors are also trying to manage multiple serious health problems, such as heart disease, hypertension, arthritis or other chronic conditions, in addition to their diabetes.
Health Risks Vary According to Body Weight
A study that appeared in the Journal of the American Medical Association, November 7th, 2007, compared health risks of people who were underweight, overweight or obese.
A study that appeared in the Journal of the American Medical Association, November 7th, 2007, compared health risks of people who were underweight, overweight or obese.
Oral Insulin Study to Investigate Type 1 Prevention
A multinational study is underway to determine if oral insulin may be able to prevent type 1 diabetes in people who are at risk for the disease. The risk of developing type 1 diabetes is 15 times higher in people who have a first or second-degree relative who is type 1.
A multinational study is underway to determine if oral insulin may be able to prevent type 1 diabetes in people who are at risk for the disease. The risk of developing type 1 diabetes is 15 times higher in people who have a first or second-degree relative who is type 1.
Gene Variation May Cause Overeating
Scientists from the University of Buffalo (UB), NY, have suggested that motivation to overeat might be genetically determined. In their study of 29 obese and 45 non-obese people, they uncovered a gene variation that causes fewer dopamine receptors in the brain.
Scientists from the University of Buffalo (UB), NY, have suggested that motivation to overeat might be genetically determined. In their study of 29 obese and 45 non-obese people, they uncovered a gene variation that causes fewer dopamine receptors in the brain.
Social Support Helps Kids Maintain Weight Loss
A study that appeared in the Journal of the American Medical Association this week, states that overweight kids who lose weight, have a harder time keeping it off if they don't have follow-up weight management support. Scientists studied 204 kids, ages 7-12, who were overweight.
A study that appeared in the Journal of the American Medical Association this week, states that overweight kids who lose weight, have a harder time keeping it off if they don't have follow-up weight management support. Scientists studied 204 kids, ages 7-12, who were overweight.
Link Proven Between Alzheimer's Disease and Brain Insulin Resistance
Research has proven that the pancreas is not the only place that insulin is produced. It is also produced in the brain. According to a study from Northwestern University, there is a link between Alzheimer's disease and brain insulin resistance.
Research has proven that the pancreas is not the only place that insulin is produced. It is also produced in the brain. According to a study from Northwestern University, there is a link between Alzheimer's disease and brain insulin resistance.