'Sweets as treats' culture key to Knowsley's obesity problems Knowsley has some of the highest levels of obesity in the country Liverpool Echo · Nov 29, 2022
MyPlate? Few Americans know or heed US nutrition guide A new study finds that few Americans have heard of MyPlate, the government diet guide that replaced the long-standing food pyramid The Independent UK · Nov 29, 2022
Lisa Jarvis: A diabetes breakthrough in search of patients In a first, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a therapy that slows the onset of Type 1 diabetes. Teplizumab, developed by Provention Bio, typically delays the need for insulin shots, blood-sugar monitoring, and diet control by about two years. For some, the effect lasted years longer. Tribune News Service · Nov 29, 2022
Consumer Health: 10 ways to prevent diabetes complications More than 37 million people in the U.S. have diabetes, and more than 96 million adults in the U.S. — over one-third — have prediabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Tribune News Service · Nov 29, 2022
Mayo Clinic Minute: Strategies to break the heart disease and diabetes link Heart disease remains a leading cause of death around the world. And diabetes is one of the risk factors for heart disease. Diabetes is a growing global health concern, with more than 422 million people living with this metabolic disorder — the majority of those with Type 2 diabetes. Tribune News Service · Nov 29, 2022
Being obese ‘is bad for a child’s brain’ Childhood obesity is a growing concern, with around one in seven children aged four or five in the UK obese The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2022
Wales has 'huge problem' with morbid obesity in children who are 'beyond surgery', says top surgeon Professor Jon Barry said some of the young people he sees have a body mass index of 75 – three times what their weight should be Wales Online · Nov 27, 2022
You can lose weight by eating potatoes, according to scientists Spuds are packed with important nutrients and can be part of a healthy diet Wales Online · Nov 27, 2022
Obesity treatments to help shed 20% of weight could be offered on NHS Ministers approved a £20 million research fund to look into new medicines and digital tools - which could save some of the £6 billion cost of treating obesity Daily Mirror · Nov 27, 2022
To eat your recommended fruit and veg every day, try this one simple hack There are important nutrients in the peel. And, what’s more, discarded fruit and veg peels contribute to climate change. Try keeping them on for your health and the planet's well-being. Inverse · Nov 26, 2022
Baby’s heart rate soared after receiving insulin, murder trial told Poisoning was the only reasonable explanation for the premature-born twin boy’s sudden deterioration, professor tells court. The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2022
'People are eating, drinking and smoking their way to a shorter life', a health boss has claimed “Life expectancy is reducing for the first time in decades, the first time since World War Two." Manchester Evening News · Nov 25, 2022
Warning that drinking coffee before breakfast could cause serious harm A cup of coffee before breakfast is considered quite normal for many people, especially those who have to rise early for work. Some experts however have warned the morning habit could adversely affect your health Daily Mirror · Nov 24, 2022
Steps being taken to tackle Knowsley's growing obesity problem Knowsley has some of the highest levels of obesity in the country Liverpool Echo · Nov 24, 2022
Daily Record · Nov 24, 2022 Warning issued to anyone who drinks coffee on an empty stomach Enjoying a cup of coffee before eating breakfast could damage your hormonal balance.
Chronicle Live · Nov 24, 2022 Warning as drinking coffee before breakfast could harm your health While many Britons use coffee to energise themselves for the day ahead, studies suggest it could be harmful when consumed on an empty stomach.
Edinburgh Live · Nov 24, 2022 Warning issued to anyone who drinks coffee first thing in the morning A study suggests that consuming the caffeinated drink after a restless night's sleep can have a negative impact on your health, leading to an increased risk of things including diabetes.
The National (Scotland) · Nov 24, 2022 Researchers call for wide age group to be screened for diabetes Researchers warn that up to a quarter of a million 40–70-year-olds are living with undiagnosed diabetes.
Liverpool Echo · Nov 23, 2022 Girl, 12, asked mum why she was 'yellow' before tragic diagnosis Misbah Ashraf was given heartbreaking news days after her son's question
The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2022 8 things science warns will accelerate ageing As a new study confirms drinking too much really does make you look older, Lisa Salmon looks into other lifestyle factors that may contribute too
The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2022 Six red flag signs of diabetes Diabetes UK is urging people to get symptoms checked out.
Belfast Live · Nov 23, 2022 Co Derry woman's 30 challenges for 30 years for diabetes charity Gemma Martin from Faughanvale was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when she was just 12
Liverpool Echo · Nov 23, 2022 Warning to anyone who drinks coffee before eating breakfast Many of us kickstart our day with a coffee, but studies suggest it can be harmful if we drink it on an empty stomach
Wales Online · Nov 23, 2022 New research shows around 250,000 middle-aged adults have undiagnosed diabetes Researchers say all adults aged 40-70 should be screened for the condition as early detection can help cut the risk of future complications
The Independent UK · Nov 22, 2022 250,000 middle-aged adults ‘do not know they have diabetes’ – research Getting help sooner can mean people are less likely to suffer complications linked to type-two diabetes