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The Risks of Being a Night Owl

Night owls are at risk for type 2 diabetes. Unhealthy habits as well as chronotype seem to play a role. Taking the late shift may help. >

Erectile Dysfunction, A Diabetes Warning Sign

Younger men with erectile dysfunction are at much higher risk for diabetes and prediabetes. In fact, ED can serve as a diagnostic tool. >

An Rx for Fruits and Veggies

When doctors offered vouchers for healthy food, it reduced hypertension, obesity, diabetes and food insecurity in low-income communities. >

A Diet Strategy to Keep Type-2 Diabetes in Check

Managing type-2 diabetes generally requires blood sugar and weight control. But what's the best approach? For many, this is the answer. >

Prescribe Food as Medicine to Cut Healthcare Costs

If food-insecure people with diabetes were given vouchers for fresh fruits and veggies, it would save billions of healthcare dollars. >

Get Prediabetes Under Control: Be an Early Bird

You can prevent prediabetes from becoming type 2. Diet and exercise are key; eating most of your calories earlier in the day can also help. >

Warning: Type 2 Diabetes and Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Don't Mix

If you have type 2 diabetes, drinking sugar-sweetened beverages regularly poses a significant risk to your heart and overall longevity. >

Sugar's Not-So-Sweet Health Effects

You probably know that sugar isn't good for you, but you may be surprised to learn all the health issues it contributes to. >

Overweight and Obesity Rise Among Those with Type 1 Diabetes

As people live longer with type 1 diabetes, more are becoming overweight or obese, putting this at-risk population even more at risk. >

Vitamin D May Slow Progression to Type 2 Diabetes

These inexpensive supplements may help millions of people with prediabetes control their blood glucose. There is one concern, however. >

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