Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Diabetes News – Newsletter for October 20, 2010

Wednesday, October 20, 2010


Type 2 diabetes, insulin use linked to colorectal cancer in men

WASHINGTON – A new study has revealed that type 2 diabetes mellitus is associated with colorectal cancer (CRC) among men.

Hyperglycemia and hyperinsulinemia, which are especially pronounced during the early stages of type 2 diabetes, have been proposed as mediators … Read : Type 2 diabetes, insulin use linked to colorectal cancer in men.

Diabetics’ conditions improved after phone calls with fellow patients

WASHINGTON – A new research from the University of Michigan Health System has revealed that phone calls with a peer facing the same self-management challenges helped diabetes patients manage their conditions and improved their blood sugar levels better than those … Original source on Gaea Times at : Diabetics’ conditions improved after phone calls with fellow patients.

Variety in food could cut down risk of diseases

LONDON – A wide range of food that contains anti-oxidants, wholegrains and vital fatty acids can cut the risk of illnesses like heart disease, Alzheimer’s and diabetes.

Scientists found that such a diet could reduce cholesterol by a third and bring blood pressure down by nearly a 10th.
But the results of the … Original source on Gaea Times at : Variety in food could cut down risk of diseases.

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