Are you aware of the full extent of what your eyes can tell you about your health? It goes beyond actual diseases and conditions of the eyes. In fact, your optometrist can actually detect a few very serious conditions by examining your eyes. This includes diabetes and even some cancers. Understanding the manifestations of these...

Unless you’ve been living on a far-off island with no internet connection or television service, you’ve probably heard of Ozempic. It’s the drug that started out as a diabetes drug, until it was discovered that it is impressively effective for weight loss. A few celebrity endorsements later and bam – Ozempic for weight loss was...

As the global population ages, the rise of cardiometabolic multimorbidity has become a global health issue. Researchers define cardiometabolic multimorbidity as when a person has two or more cardiovascular or metabolic diseases at the same time, such as type 2 diabetes, stroke, or coronary heart disease. 2 diabetes, stroke and coronary heart disease.  Coronary heart...

In April 2025, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) officially recognized a new form called type 5 diabetes. At the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) World Diabetes Congress 2025 held in Bangkok, Thailand, IDF President Professor Peter Schwarz announced the formation of a new working group dedicated to type 5 diabetes, a form of diabetes linked to...

Approximately one in every nine Americans, equating to more than 11% of the population, is living with diabetes. In fact, one in nine people around the world are living with diabetes in general. This means that hundreds of millions of people have been diagnosed and are attempting to control their diabetes. This does not include...

Diabetes refers to a group of diseases including prediabetes, type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes. These diabetes types affect how our bodies use glucose (blood sugar). Glucose serves as the brain’s primary fuel source and provides energy for your tissue and muscle cells. Diabetes can lead to raised blood sugar levels, which...

Type 2 diabetes is a widespread, chronic condition affecting 36 million Americans and millions worldwide. Characterized by the body’s ineffective use of insulin, it leads to elevated blood sugar levels. While often considered a lifelong ailment, emerging research and clinical evidence suggest that type 2 diabetes reversal – defined as achieving normal blood sugar levels...

Diabetes can affect many parts of the body, but the feet often show the earliest warning signs. Since high blood sugar impacts circulation and nerves, foot problems can develop over time. Recognizing these symptoms of diabetes early can help prevent serious complications. Here are eight signs to watch for. 1. Burning or Sharp Pain Some...

Diabetes is a health condition characterized by high blood sugar levels. According to the Cleveland Clinic, it affects around 11% of the American population, which is around 37.3 million individuals. The early signs of diabetes often go undetected or dismissed as minor health issues. However, early diagnosis and treatment of diabetes are crucial, so it’s...

In diabetes management, maintaining a healthy diet is crucial to help regulate blood sugar levels and prevent complications associated with the condition. Superfoods are highly nutritious foods that can support diabetes management by providing essential nutrients without causing adverse fluctuations in blood sugar levels. While no one food can solve all your health problems, these...

A 25-year-old woman in China has had her Type 1 diabetes reversed through a groundbreaking new stem cell therapy treatment! As you can imagine, this represents a historic turning point in medical history. This revolutionary procedure has enabled her to create insulin on her own, relieving her of the constant daily hassle of injections. When...

Over ten percent of the U.S. population has Diabetes, which means that there are millions of people across the country who have to rely on insulin shots to keep their blood sugar under control [1]. Taking an insulin shot can be painful, is often inconvenient, and can result in visible scars that may never heal....