Type 2 diabetes: How do fructose-sweetened drinks affect risk?

New research examines the link between the consumption of fructose-containing foods, sweetened beverages, and the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Can you eat grapefruit while taking metformin?

Consuming grapefruit or grapefruit juice can affect the safety and effectiveness of a variety of drugs. However, there is little evidence to suggest people taking metformin should avoid grapefruit

Can eating too much fruit cause type 2 diabetes?

Risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes include being overweight and having high blood sugar levels. Although fruit does contain sugar, eating it as part of a balanced and healthful diet is unlikely to cause diabetes. Learn more here.

Natural ways to improve insulin sensitivity

Low insulin sensitivity can cause blood sugar levels to become too high and may lead to type 2 diabetes. Natural ways of improving insulin sensitivity include exercising more, getting enough sleep, eating a diet rich in saturated fats and soluble fiber, and taking certain dietary supplements. Learn more here.

Eating whole grains can prevent type 2 diabetes

Adding whole grains — such as rye, oats, maize, and corn — to your daily diet can significantly lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, a new study finds.

Can you put on weight if you have diabetes?

Several factors can make it difficult for people with diabetes to gain weight. These include hormonal imbalances that result from fluctuating insulin levels in the body.

Type 2 diabetes: Intermittent fasting may raise risk

The ‘trendy’ diet of intermittent fasting may have adverse consequences on our metabolism, a new study warns.

How vitamin D protects against type 2 diabetes

A new study suggests that vitamin D deficiency is tied to a five times greater risk of type 2 diabetes compared with levels well above the healthy minimum.

Type 2 diabetes: Late breakfast could drive obesity

New research suggests that eating breakfast later may drive a preference for late rising and retiring, which is linked to higher BMI in type 2 diabetes.

Going vegan could prevent type 2 diabetes

Researchers have found that adopting a vegan diet has the potential to prevent type 2 diabetes in people who are overweight or obese.

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