Diabetes Science Com | Diabetes Science News – Diabetes Science Information

insulin resistance

09/16/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Scientists document at the anti-obesity effects of tomato and broccoli

Increased levels of resistin, an adipocyte hormone that regulates glucose metabolism, may cause obesity leading to insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes. A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine reveals that tomato and broccoli can reduce resistin levels and restores insulin sensitivity. Researchers at Helwan University and Modern Sciences and Arts […]

09/12/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Anthocyanins, abundantly found in berries, treat insulin resistance while managing cholesterol levels

Two of the biggest, most common health problems people face as they age are diabetes and heart disease. Although their mechanisms are different, scientists have discovered that one natural compound found in food can be helpful in both conditions. Anthocyanins are a type of antioxidant that have been linked to several impressive health benefits. They’re […]

09/10/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Nighttime light exposure during sleep affects metabolic function

You may want to think twice about leaving the nightlight on during the night. American sleep researchers recently conducted an experiment regarding the possible effect of light exposure on sleeping people, an article on Science Daily stated. In the preliminary results of that study, researcher Dr. Ivy Cheung Mason reported that the metabolism of sleepers […]

09/07/2018 / By Russel Davis

Chromium deficiency in Type 2 diabetics: Are you low in this crucial mineral?

Chromium supplements are becoming more popular as a large number of studies have demonstrated the compound’s potential in diabetes treatment and management. The scientific community has long-established that chromium is essential in overall human nutrition and normal insulin function. In fact, health experts have noted that the mineral helps reduce insulin levels and promote blood […]

07/29/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Herbal blend containing two plant extracts shown to protect the pancreas of diabetic patients

Diabetes is not a sweet problem to have – a fact that nearly 30 million Americans know all too well. While there are a number of available methods for controlling the condition, its effects, and the risk of its complications, most of these involve the intake of risky chemical drugs. A natural herbal blend made […]

07/11/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Preventing pancreatic oxidative damage associated with diabetes by using herbal complexes

While the anti-diabetic and antioxidant properties of mistletoe figs (Ficus deltoidea) and vitexin are known, the information on how they affect the pancreas is limited. This study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine seeks to uncover the mechanisms that make this herbal combination effective against diabetes mellitus (DM). Fluctuations in blood glucose […]

06/09/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Improve your insulin resistance with resistance exercise

People suffering from Type 2 diabetes have a new reason to take up muscle-building resistance training. In an American Physiological Society article, a Japanese study recently reported that this particular type of physical regimen could increase the effectiveness of a protein that controls the rate at which it absorbs glucose. Resistance exercise could therefore be […]

05/23/2018 / By Janine Acero

Maqui berries and cloves can control excessive blood sugar spikes

It’s normal for blood sugar (glucose) levels to increase after a hearty meal. This triggers the release of insulin, a type of hormone that helps your body convert glucose into energy. However, excessive and repeated increase of glucose, called blood sugar spikes, can be potentially life-threatening. Now studies support the ability of extracts from two natural ingredients […]

04/30/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Eating a lot of processed meat increases your risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and insulin resistance

Researchers have found another reason why eating a lot of processed meat is bad: It increases the risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and insulin resistance, according to a study published in the Journal of Hepatology. These results add to the increasing amount of evidence on the harmful effects of eating red and processed […]

04/21/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

That’s “belly” bad indeed: Carrying more weight around your abdomen makes you more likely to develop diabetes

Now you have one more reason to banish belly fat than just looking good in photos you and your friends upload in social media. More than any kind of fat, the kind that deposits itself deep in your abdomen increases your risk of insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes. A new study at Columbia University […]

1 of 2