Monday, June 07, 2010

Diabetes News – Weekly Newsletter for June 1-7, 2010

Monday, June 7, 2010


Experts discourage younger diabetic patients from using Aspirin

WASHINGTON – Experts are now recommending that low-dose aspirin therapy to prevent heart attacks should be avoided, especially for young diabetic patients.

The recommendation says that men younger than 50 and women younger than 60 should not use aspirin. Experts said that the risks … Read more »»».

Big bottom keeps diabetes away?

LONDON – A big bottom is good for you because it raises the levels of good cholesterol that protects against hardening of arteries and also cuts the risk of diabetes, say researchers.

Scientists also claim people with lots of moles are years younger biologically than those with mark-free skin. They may retain their youthful looks for …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Big bottom keeps diabetes away?.

Scottish blaeberry could treat diabetes

LONDON – Extract of one of Scotland’s most popular wild fruits – the blaeberry – could be used to treat diabetes, researchers reckon.

In their study, Aberdeen University scientists will explore the possibility of using a concentrated capsule form of the blaeberry to combat the disease.

To come up with the conclusion, scientists will use overweight male …. Read the original article  : Scottish blaeberry could treat diabetes.

Chocolate good for heart, diabetic patients: Study

LONDON – A chocolate a day can help reduce cholesterol levels in patients suffering from diabetes and heart disease, according to a new research.

The research based on the review of eight studies has revealed that patients with either of the two diseases, who ate a small piece of chocolate every day saw a fall in …. Original source  : Chocolate good for heart, diabetic patients: Study.

Insulin pills may replace needles

WASHINGTON – Insulin pills that could make blood sugar control easier for millions of diabetics worldwide are finally moving ahead in clinical trials and a step closer to the medicine cabinet.

Drug manufacturers have tried for years to develop oral insulin without much success. Insulin is a peptide hormone that people with diabetes currently take … Original source on Gaea Times at : Insulin pills may replace needles.

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