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Is it true that … apple cider vinegar can stop blood sugar spikes?

Consuming acidic foods such as vinegar can indeed affect how carbohydrates are absorbed by the body, experts say

The Guardian - UK · Mar 17, 2025

Children Under Eight Should Skip Slushies Due to Common Dangerous Ingredient

Health experts warn against slushy drinks for young kids after alarming hospitalizations linked to glycerol intoxication.

Mic · Mar 13, 2025

How diabetes and hypertension affect kidney health

Kidneys are a pair of organs that help filter toxins, eliminate waste end products, control the blood pressure of red blood cells, and maintain electrolytes. Hypertension and diabetes are the most common causes of kidney disease worldwide. When left uncontrolled, they can lead to severe kidney damage, such as chronic…

The Times of India · Mar 13, 2025

Gestational diabetes: What every pregnant woman should know

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is the inability to process carbohydrates properly during the period of pregnancy. Less response to insulin creates high blood sugar levels in the mother. In India, around 5 million women report GDM every year. The rate of GDM in the country is from 10-14% which is…

The Times of India · Mar 11, 2025

We may finally understand how metformin lowers blood sugar, animal study finds

The common diabetes drug metformin works partly by excreting sugar from the bloodstream into the intestines, where gut bacteria then convert it into chemicals that improve the insulin response.

LiveScience · Mar 10, 2025

How to eat well with diabetes – and save money doing it

Miguel Barclay has built a reputation on proving that good food doesn’t need to cost more than £1 a portion. Now, he’s created a collection of easy, affordable recipes designed for people with type 2 diabetes – meals that don’t just tick the nutritional boxes but taste good too, says…

The Independent UK · Mar 10, 2025

Is Ozempic naturally available in fruits and vegetables?

Ozempic (semaglutide) has gained immense popularity as a medication for managing type 2 diabetes and aiding weight loss. It mimics the action of a natural hormone called GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1), which regulates blood sugar and appetite.

The Times of India · Mar 9, 2025

Nutrition myths: what you need to know about coffee, bread and detox juices

Night-time eating won’t make you pile on the pounds and there are some nifty benefits to your flat white, says nutritionist Louise Pyne

Evening Standard · Mar 5, 2025

‘We don’t want her to die’: Family of grandmother on 150 day hunger strike accuse government of ‘gambling’ with her life

Laila Soueif, 68, plans to continue her hunger strike despite being hospitalised with dangerously low blood sugar levels

The Independent UK · Feb 27, 2025

Do sourdough breads have microbial defense against breast cancer?

Sourdough bread has gained popularity in recent years, not just for its distinctive tangy taste but also for its numerous health benefits. Unlike commercial bread, which relies on quick-rise yeast, sourdough is naturally fermented using wild yeast and lactic acid bacteria. This fermentation process enhances its nutritional value and digestibility,…

The Times of India · Feb 27, 2025