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Breakthrough Diabetes Study Could Lead to End of Regular Insulin Injections, Researchers Say

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Researchers say they have made a breakthrough in the treatment of type 1 diabetes which could replace the need for regular insulin injections. Research published by Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute scientists shows they have manipulated existing pancreatic stem cells to prompt them to produce insulin. The study from the Melbourne researchers builds on previous work by Monash University scientists, using two existing cancer drugs.

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Exercise: Don’t Let a Fear of Hypos Stop You

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Most of us don’t get the exercise we need to stay healthy. For people with diabetes, one of the biggest barriers is low blood sugar.

If you’re living with type 1 diabetes, it is very likely that your healthcare provider or certified diabetes care and education specialist (CDCES) has counseled you on the importance of regular exercise.

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Controlling Blood Sugar During the Winter

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When the weather turns cold, there are fewer hours of sunlight and you are tired of dealing with your diabetes. For many people with diabetes, as the temperature drops, blood sugars rise. That’s because when snow, ice and cold weather keep you inside, you may exercise less and eat more. This article features a few tips to better control your blood sugars during the winter months — and keep those winter blues away!

Nutrition

10 Cold-Weather Foods Good in a Diabetes Diet

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Cozy up to fall and winter noshes like these, and you’ll reap benefits that will aid blood sugar and weight control.

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Debbie Allen Shares Her Story with Pre-Diabetes and the Importance of Regular Eye Exams

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Debbie Allen is talented actor and producer and a legend in Black culture, instrumental in shaping young Black and brown dancers and so much more. Now, Allen is bringing forth something equally important—her latest partnership that urges us to get regular screenings for eye-related diseases.

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AI Model Enables Earlier Detection of Diabetes Through Chest X-Rays

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A new artificial intelligence model finds that x-ray images collected during routine medical care can provide warning signs for diabetes, even in patients who don’t meet the guidelines for elevated risk. The model could help physicians detect the disease earlier and prevent complications, says a multi-institutional team which published the findings in Nature Communications.

Nutrition

Decoding Nutrition Labels: A Guide for People With Diabetes

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With a bit of guidance, you can decode food labels and gain a better understanding of the information they present, such as whether the calories in the food are empty (meaning they come from added sugars or unhealthy fats) or nutrient-dense (meaning they come from protein, fiber, vitamins, or minerals). This information can help you make more informed choices about the foods you eat to take control of your health and manage your diabetes more effectively.

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How People with Type 2 Diabetes May Benefit from Afternoon Exercise

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Doctors have long extolled the benefits of exercise to help people with type 2 diabetes (T2D) manage the chronic disease and reduce their risk of health complications. Now, a new study published in the journal Diabetes Care suggests that what time of day those with type 2 diabetes exercise helps determine just how much it benefits them. In the study, researchers reported that exercising in the afternoon provided the most dramatic results in controlling blood glucose levels.

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Researchers discover two subtypes of insulin-producing cells

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A team led by Van Andel Institute and Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics scientists has identified two distinct subtypes of insulin-producing beta cells, or ß cells, each with crucial characteristics that may be leveraged to better understand and treat Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.

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Tips for Eating Healthy on the Go

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Everyone is busy, and let’s face it, not everyone wants to spend hours in the kitchen every day to eat a good breakfast, break for lunch, or rush to make dinner in the evenings. Instead, a lot of us may only have time to eat on the go. Whether that means grabbing a pre-made meal from the store or from your own refrigerator, convenience is key. But sometimes, the foods that are most convenient aren’t always the healthiest. While we could always use more time to focus on the things that matter most to us, it doesn’t mean we need to sacrifice healthy eating in the process