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What causes dizziness when lying down?

What causes dizziness when lying down?

A common cause of dizziness when lying down is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, a condition where tiny crystals that help sense gravity in one part of the ear mistakenly move into parts of the inner ear that detect head motion. People with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) experience benign, or not life-threatening, paroxysmal, or sudden […]

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Newer Diabetes Drug Shows Promise in Kids, Teens

Newer Diabetes Drug Shows Promise in Kids, Teens

Latest Diabetes News TUESDAY, April 30, 2019 (HealthDay News) — A type 2 diabetes drug for adults also controls blood sugar levels in children and teens with the disease, researchers report. Type 2 diabetes is on the rise among children and teens, but they have fewer treatment choices than adults, the study authors said. Currently, […]

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What to know about diabetic shock

What to know about diabetic shock

Diabetic shock occurs when blood sugar levels drop dangerously low. Diabetic shock is not a medical term, but people often use it to describe a state of severe hypoglycemia that requires another person’s help. People with mild low blood sugar, which doctors call insulin reaction or hypoglycemia, are usually conscious and can treat themselves. People […]

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How is the pancreas involved in diabetes?

How is the pancreas involved in diabetes?

The pancreas is the organ that produces insulin, and it plays a major role in regulating blood glucose levels. Type 1 diabetes occurs when the pancreas does not make enough or any insulin. Type 2 diabetes develops when the body cannot use insulin correctly. In this article, we look at how the pancreas is involved […]

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Could Diabetes Drug Metformin Help Keep People Slim?

Could Diabetes Drug Metformin Help Keep People Slim?

By Serena GordonHealthDay Reporter Latest Diabetes News MONDAY, April 22, 2019 (HealthDay News) — New research suggests a first-line drug for treating type 2 diabetes — metformin — may help people with pre-diabetes maintain long-term weight loss. People who lost weight while taking metformin maintained a loss of about 6% of their body weight for […]

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Microbes in Diabetic Foot Ulcers May Help Predict Treatment Success

Microbes in Diabetic Foot Ulcers May Help Predict Treatment Success

Latest Diabetes News THURSDAY, April 18, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Some strains of Staph bacteria may slow the healing of diabetic foot ulcers, while other types of bacteria may promote healing, according to a new study. The results suggest that monitoring the bacterial populations (microbiomes) of diabetic foot ulcers may help doctors decide the best […]

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The best vegetables for type 2 diabetes

The best vegetables for type 2 diabetes

Having type 2 diabetes should not mean having to avoid delicious food. Vegetables should be a central part of the diet for people with type 2 diabetes and can be delicious and filling. No food item is strictly forbidden for people with type 2 diabetes. Healthful eating for people with diabetes is all about controlling […]

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Are beans good for diabetes?

Are beans good for diabetes?

Beans are a diabetes superfood, meaning they are an excellent choice for people with diabetes and provide many health and nutritional benefits. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) created a list of beneficial foods for diabetes, or diabetic superfoods, that are “rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber” and may help prevent disease. Beans are at […]

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Can purple corn reduce inflammation, diabetes?

Can purple corn reduce inflammation, diabetes?

New research suggests that chemicals in purple corn can reduce inflammation and insulin resistance in a mouse cell model. Can researchers harness the chemicals in purple corn to improve diabetes? Eating a healthful diet is a cornerstone of the prevention and management of type 2 diabetes. Fruit, nonstarchy vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes […]

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Is pineapple good for diabetes?

Is pineapple good for diabetes?

Pineapple can affect blood sugar more than some other fruits, but a person with diabetes can still incorporate it into a healthful meal plan. Fruit contains carbohydrates and so can raise blood glucose levels. However, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) say that people with diabetes benefit from including fruit in their diets. Fruits are an […]