Chubby kids ‘at increased heart disease, diabetes risk later in life’

NEW YORK – Chronic disorders like heart disease and diabetes may germinate much earlier in life than was previously believed, according to researchers.

As per the study reported on MSNBC.com, fat toddlers may have an increased chance of developing the disorders, reports The New York Daily News.
The site reports that the markers for cardiovascular disease have … Read : Chubby kids ‘at increased heart disease, diabetes risk later in life’.

Teens need parents’ help in managing diabetes

WASHINGTON – Diabetic teenagers and “tweenagers” have more trouble sticking to their treatment plan Type 1 if their parents become increasingly lax about monitoring the child’s treatment, concludes a new study.

The study by University of Utah psychologists will be presented in Seattle Friday, April 9 during the Society of Behavioral Medicine’s annual meeting.
“The findings suggest … Read more : Teens need parents’ help in managing diabetes.

Swim for diabetes in Ohio

Columbus, OH (GaeaTimes.com) – The 25th annual Verizon Swim for Diabetes is scheduled to take place from 30th April to May 16th at 55 indoor pools in northeast Ohio.
Olympian Diana Munz and her coach Jerry Holtrey are the honorary co-chairs.
Schedule:
University of Akron Ocasek Natatorium
April 30 from 4 to 7 p.m.
May 1 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
May …. Original source  : Swim for diabetes in Ohio.

UAE launches diabetes awareness campaign in schools

Abu Dhabi, April 14 (IANS/WAM) Students, teachers and parents are together attending workshops in UAE schools to learn tips from experts on how to tackle diabetes.

More than 250 teachers and school nurses participated in various workshops organised in Al Fujairah and Al Ain to raise awareness about diabetes as part of the three-year-long campaign launched …. Original article  : UAE launches diabetes awareness campaign in schools.

Dieting can cause heart disease, cancer!

LONDON – Going on a diet could increase the risk of developing potentially deadly conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and cancer, a study has found.

The study revealed that those who controlled their calorie intake produced higher levels of the harmful stress hormone cortisol and exposure to the hormone actually made some dieters put … Original source on Gaea Times at : Dieting can cause heart disease, cancer!.

Gene that ties stress to obesity and diabetes identified

WASHINGTON – Scientists have discovered a gene that ties stress to obesity and diabetes.
Dr. Alon Chen of the Weizmann Institute’s Neurobiology Department and his research team have now discovered that changes in the activity of a single gene in the brain not only cause mice to exhibit anxious behavior, but also lead to metabolic changes … Read : Gene that ties stress to obesity and diabetes identified.

Is too much insulin bad for the heart?

WASHINGTON – Using insulin to treat diabetes could be harmful if the patient has chronic high blood pressure (BP), says the latest research.

Insulin is a hormone that controls the levels of glucose, a key source of energy, in our blood via its effects on the liver, muscle, and fat cells.
How insulin affects the … Read : Is too much insulin bad for the heart?.

50 million diabetes cases projected this year: Azad

NEW DELHI – India is projected to have 50.7 million diabetes patients in 2010, Health Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad said Tuesday and informed that the centre has lined up a Rs.500 crore plan to control non-communicable diseases like diabetes and stroke.

“As per a report published by International Diabetes Federation, cases of diabetes (20-79 years) in …. Original article  : 50 million diabetes cases projected this year: Azad.

Gene that ties stress to diabetes, depression identified

WASHINGTON – Researchers have identified the gene changes in whose activity due to stress cause anxiety disorders and depression, as well as metabolic disorders like obesity, type 2 diabetes and arteriosclerosis.

These diseases, linked to stress, are reaching epidemic proportions.
Alon Chen of the Weizmann Institute’s Neurobiology Department and his research team have now discovered …. Read the original article  : Gene that ties stress to diabetes, depression identified.

Grapes cut risk factors for heart disease and diabetes

WASHINGTON – Grape consumption can lower blood pressure, improve heart function and reduce other risk factors for heart disease and metabolic syndrome, according to a new study.

The effect is thought to be due to phytochemicals — naturally occurring antioxidants … Original source on Gaea Times at : Grapes cut risk factors for heart disease and diabetes.

Brazil recommends sex to prevent hypertension

BRASILIA – Brazilian Health Minister Jose Gomes Temporao Monday recommended that Brazilians have sex up to five times a week as a way to prevent chronic health problems such as hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular trouble.

“Dance, have sex, keep a stable weight, do physical exercise, and above all measure your blood pressure,” Gomes Temporao said in … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Brazil recommends sex to prevent hypertension.

Lower levels of ‘rotten eggs’ gas in blood linked to obesity, diabetes

WASHINGTON – A link between blood levels of the gas hydrogen sulfide (a gas more commonly associated with the smell of rotten eggs), obesity and type 2 diabetes has been identified by researchers from the Peninsula Medical School in Exeter.

Published in the medical journal Diabetologia and presented at the … Original source on Gaea Times at : Lower levels of ‘rotten eggs’ gas in blood linked to obesity, diabetes.

Rural to urban migration linked to increased obesity, diabetes risk in India

WASHINGTON – People who migrate from rural to urban areas are more likely to become obese compared to individuals who do not move, a new study in India has found.

What’s more, this migration is a factor driving the diabetes epidemic in India, according to the study published this week in PLoS Medicine.

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Women with diabetes 25 percent more at risk of cancer

LONDON – A new study has revealed that women with diabetes are 25 percent more likely to develop cancer.

The study, led by Tel Aviv University Medical School involving 17,000 diabetics, showed that male patients were far less likely than healthy men
to develop prostate cancer – which meant there was no rise in their overall … Read more : Women with diabetes 25 percent more at risk of cancer.

Eat different fruits, veggies to increase phytonutrient intake

WASHINGTON – Choosing different fruits and vegetables may increase phytonutrient intake, thereby lowering the risk of heart diseases, cancer and diabetes, suggests a new American research.

The study, supported by the Nutrilite Health Institute, found that despite the availability of a wide range of foods that contain phytonutrients, people get phytonutrients from a relatively small number …. Original source  : Eat different fruits, veggies to increase phytonutrient intake.