In a report, ICMR has stated that India is home to the world's second-largest adult diabetes population and every sixth person dealing with diabetes in the world is an Indian.
Diabetes can cause numerous complications if not managed properly. Diabetics have increased risk of developing heart disease.
From CGMs that can detect one's blood sugar levels every five minutes to Oura ring that measures your sleep, here are devices that helps in better management of diabetes.
Insulin resistance cannot be called diabetes as your blood sugar levels are higher than usual but not high enough to be diagnosed as a disorder
Read on to understand the link between diabetes and urinary tract infections (UTIs), and how oestrogen therapy may benefit diabetes patients.
MIT has said in a release that scientists are working on a technology that will work as artificial pancreases for people with diabetes.
Oral semaglutide is expected to be a gamechanger and a life changer for people with type 2 diabetes who prefer oral medications over injections.
The glucose meter currently used for self-monitoring blood sugar at home requires pricking a fingertip to obtain the blood. This will become history soon. Diabetes patients can now check their glucose level from their sweat.
Fluctuations in blood glucose level is among the common issues experienced by the diabetes patients during the Covid-19 recovery period. Keeping your diabetes well-managed can reduce your risk of getting very sick from COVID-19 or other viral infections. Here are tips for diabetes management during Covid-19.
Presently, measurement of blood glucose is considered mostly when treating individuals with diabetes. But the Indian doctors emphasize the significance of blood glucose measurement in all patients admitted to the hospital regardless of presence of diabetes.
Hypoglycemia could be a side effect of drugs used to treat diabetes. People who don't have diabetes may also experience sudden drop in their glucose level due to various reasons. Read on to know the causes and symptoms of hypoglycemia.
People living with diabetes need to monitor their blood glucose levels regularly at home. But incorrect application of glucometer, the device used for blood sugar reading, can yield wrong results.
As new research finds a ray of hope for fibromyalgia patients in a diabetes drug, we share a list of natural remedies that can help you manage the symptoms of the condition.
A novel study suggests that time restricted eating can enhance your glucose control.
Here is how you can prevent diabetes mellitus
Diabetes mellitus is known to be one of the most notorious culprits behind kidney failure. On this World Kidney Day, we tell you everything about diabetic nephropathy, a condition where uncontrolled blood sugar levels impair your kidney functions leading to the failure of this organ.
A complete blood count is generally prescribed as part of your routine health check-up. Learn to decode this basic blood test to figure out the status of your important health parameters.
Continuous monitoring is a way to safely and reliably lower blood glucose - giving the user a full picture of their glucose levels throughout the day and helping them avoid severe hypoglycemia.
Scientists at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology have designed a microneedle patch for diabetic people to monitor their glucose levels in a painless manner.
A recent survey reveals that 5 million people have died due to smoking in 2018. Read on to know how you can get rid of this life-threatening habit.
Researchers have created a 3D-printed glucose biosensor for use in wearable monitors that may lead to improved glucose monitors for people suffering from diabetes.
A new study conducted at the University of Toronto has revealed that fruits and other foods that contains fructose seem to have no harmful effect on blood glucose levels. However, sweetened drinks and eatables that add excess energy to diets may have negative effects.
The physiological factor that links polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) with type 2 diabetes is insulin resistance. Read on to understand the association better and figure out how you can manage PCOS with the right foods and reduce the risk of diabetes.
Now you have a concrete reason to go on a nice long healing holiday. According to the findings of a 40-year study, taking vacations could prolong life. We suggest you pack your bags as you read this.
The glucose meter currently used for self-monitoring blood sugar at home requires pricking a fingertip to obtain the blood. This will become history soon. Diabetes patients can now check their glucose level from their sweat.
Fluctuations in blood glucose level is among the common issues experienced by the diabetes patients during the Covid-19 recovery period. Keeping your diabetes well-managed can reduce your risk of getting very sick from COVID-19 or other viral infections. Here are tips for diabetes management during Covid-19.
Presently, measurement of blood glucose is considered mostly when treating individuals with diabetes. But the Indian doctors emphasize the significance of blood glucose measurement in all patients admitted to the hospital regardless of presence of diabetes.
Hypoglycemia could be a side effect of drugs used to treat diabetes. People who don't have diabetes may also experience sudden drop in their glucose level due to various reasons. Read on to know the causes and symptoms of hypoglycemia.
People living with diabetes need to monitor their blood glucose levels regularly at home. But incorrect application of glucometer, the device used for blood sugar reading, can yield wrong results.
As new research finds a ray of hope for fibromyalgia patients in a diabetes drug, we share a list of natural remedies that can help you manage the symptoms of the condition.
A novel study suggests that time restricted eating can enhance your glucose control.
Diabetes mellitus is known to be one of the most notorious culprits behind kidney failure. On this World Kidney Day, we tell you everything about diabetic nephropathy, a condition where uncontrolled blood sugar levels impair your kidney functions leading to the failure of this organ.
A complete blood count is generally prescribed as part of your routine health check-up. Learn to decode this basic blood test to figure out the status of your important health parameters.
Continuous monitoring is a way to safely and reliably lower blood glucose - giving the user a full picture of their glucose levels throughout the day and helping them avoid severe hypoglycemia.
Scientists at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology have designed a microneedle patch for diabetic people to monitor their glucose levels in a painless manner.
A recent survey reveals that 5 million people have died due to smoking in 2018. Read on to know how you can get rid of this life-threatening habit.
Researchers have created a 3D-printed glucose biosensor for use in wearable monitors that may lead to improved glucose monitors for people suffering from diabetes.
A new study conducted at the University of Toronto has revealed that fruits and other foods that contains fructose seem to have no harmful effect on blood glucose levels. However, sweetened drinks and eatables that add excess energy to diets may have negative effects.
The physiological factor that links polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) with type 2 diabetes is insulin resistance. Read on to understand the association better and figure out how you can manage PCOS with the right foods and reduce the risk of diabetes.
Now you have a concrete reason to go on a nice long healing holiday. According to the findings of a 40-year study, taking vacations could prolong life. We suggest you pack your bags as you read this.
If you are one of those who like to go for morning workouts, then it might be a good idea to eat your breakfast first as it helps burn carbs better, says a new study.
Drinking water while having your favourite sweet treat may give you a bigger sugar spike than what's considered healthy, says researchers.
Diabetes, among many other ailments, is believed to have caused severe health complications for one of India's greatest national leaders, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, during his last few years.
While Google, Microsoft and other tech and healthcare giants have already tried and failed at creating smart contact lenses, we have another ray of hope from Indiana, USA.
Coming Friday, just leave all your worries aside and go on to have an only-tequila party, for the sake of losing weight.
Turns out even low pollution levels can pose a health risk.
It helps in self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) which is an integral part of intensive therapy for all forms of diabetes.
The patch does not pierce the skin, instead it draws glucose out from fluid between cells across hair follicles, which are individually accessed via an array of miniature sensors using a small electric current.
