The article discusses the importance of monitoring blood sugar levels during the holidays, especially for those with prediabetes, highlighting the use of over-the-counter continuous glucose monitors to empower individuals in managing their health and making informed lifestyle choices.
Acting within the first two years of a prediabetes diagnosis through lifestyle modifications such as weight loss, increased physical activity, and healthy eating can significantly reduce the risk of progressing to type 2 diabetes, emphasizing the importance of early detection and intervention.
A new study suggests that reversing prediabetes and reducing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes can be achieved through dietary and exercise interventions even without significant weight loss, emphasizing blood sugar control and fat distribution over weight reduction alone.
A new study published in Nature Medicine reveals that prediabetes can go into remission with normal blood sugar levels even without weight loss, primarily through shifting fat from visceral to subcutaneous areas, highlighting a potential shift in diabetes prevention strategies beyond just weight reduction.
A large study suggests that vaping increases the risk of prediabetes, especially when combined with traditional smoking, highlighting potential long-term health risks beyond lung issues.
A study by George Mason University found that eating mangoes, despite their high natural sugar content, can improve blood sugar control, insulin sensitivity, and reduce body fat in people with prediabetes, highlighting the importance of whole fruits over processed snacks with added sugars.
A 24-week study found that eating a daily mango improved blood sugar control and body composition in people with prediabetes, suggesting that whole fruits like mangoes can be beneficial for diabetes prevention when incorporated into a balanced diet, despite their natural sugar content.
An article discusses a $2 fruit that may help reverse diabetes, highlighting the widespread issue of prediabetes and diabetes in the US, where 100 million Americans are affected, often unknowingly.
Research shows that consuming mangoes, despite their high sugar content, can improve blood glucose control, insulin sensitivity, and reduce body fat in adults with prediabetes, highlighting the importance of whole foods over just sugar content in dietary choices.
Peaches are a good fruit choice for people with prediabetes or diabetes because they have a low to moderate glycemic index and are rich in vitamins and fiber. They can be enjoyed fresh, grilled, or added to salads and paired with protein-rich foods for a nutritious, blood sugar-friendly snack or meal. However, individuals should consult healthcare providers for personalized advice.
Prediabetes affects millions and can be identified early through morning symptoms such as fatigue, excessive thirst, frequent urination, blurred vision, and morning hunger pangs, which indicate insulin resistance and elevated blood sugar levels. Early detection is crucial to prevent progression to diabetes and related complications.
A study from the University of Michigan found that specific hypothalamic neurons, VMHCckbr, actively regulate blood glucose during routine conditions by promoting fat breakdown and glycerol production, which supports glucose stability overnight. Overactivity of these neurons may contribute to prediabetes, highlighting the brain's nuanced role in metabolic health.
A new study suggests that vitamin D supplementation may help lower blood sugar levels in people with prediabetes, potentially reducing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, but it should be part of a comprehensive prevention plan and under medical guidance.
Rachel Hyman, a health-conscious middle-aged woman, struggled with rising blood sugar levels that eventually led to a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis, despite her efforts to control it through diet and exercise, highlighting the challenges of managing the condition.
A study found that consuming pistachios at night for 12 weeks alters gut bacteria in adults with prediabetes, increasing beneficial bacteria like Roseburia and Lachnospiraceae, which may support gut health and potentially slow the progression to Type 2 diabetes, though further research is needed to confirm health benefits.