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Researchers Develop Rub-on Tattoo-like Sensor to Detect Glucose Levels
Diabetics always have an issue with blood sugar testing. Conventional methods require either a urine sample or a prick of a finger to get blood samples for testing. The pain can sometimes prevent diabetics from It is a legitimate issue that make diabetics seek out other similar but less intrusive options. Scientists may now have one in the form of a ultra-thin device that people only need to stick on their skin to
Myths About Diet And Diabetes
People associate many things with diabetes. They say that the disease is a product of an improper diet and lifestyle. While there may be some grain of truth in this, some things that people believe about diabetes and diet that are actually not true. Here are some of the diet myths regarding diabetes that you should know about.
Myth 1: You can no longer eat normal meals.
Many people believe that once you have diabet
High Blood Sugar Linked to Brain Shrinkage Even In Normal Ranges
High blood sugar has been associated with brain shrinkage especially as seen with type 2 diabetics. But recent research indicates that even people at the high end of the normal blood sugar range also stand at a greater risk of brain shrinkage which further leads to diseases such as dementia as people age. The said study conducted by researchers from the Australian National University in Canberra had their findings
Common Diabetes Warning Signs
Type 2 diabetes has become an increasing health problem that is affecting more and more people. There are certain warning signs that may put some people at a bigger risk of developing the said disease. Here are some of the more common warning signs to be aware of.
Obesity
Obesity is one of the more common warning signs for diabetes. Even just 10 to 15 pounds that is over one’s normal weight can increase the r