Diabetes is one of the fastest-growing diseases of the 21st century, affecting millions of lives in every nook and corner of the globe. According to the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), approximately 537 million adults have diabetes all over the globe, a number which is estimated to rise dramatically in the next two or three decades….
If you or someone you know is managing type 2 diabetes, you’ve likely heard about the benefits of cardio—walking, running, swimming—for blood sugar control and overall health. But strength training (weight lifting) is emerging as a real game-changer. A 2023 randomized study (STRONG-D) found that participants with normal-weight type 2 diabetes who performed strength training…
Last Updated:July 02, 2025, 15:04 IST Scientists at IIT Bombay have found collagen protein helps form harmful hormone clumps in the pancreas, advancing understanding and opening doors to new diabetes treatments Collagen appears to promote the accumulation of amylin within the pancreas, impairing its function by reducing insulin production and thereby elevating blood sugar levels….
Last Updated:June 26, 2025, 16:15 IST One of the most persistent misconceptions is that diabetes can spread through blood, a belief doctors are now strongly debunking Crucially, neither form of diabetes is caused by a virus, bacteria, or any other infectious agent. (Representational Photo: AP) As diabetes continues to rise at an alarming pace across…
Last Updated:June 14, 2025, 13:11 IST Metabolic disorders are becoming increasingly common among Indian men across both urban and rural settings. This calls for a need to understand and manage this health concern. Stress and lack of sleep majorly contribute to metabolic disorders. (AI Generated Image) Indian lifestyle has undergone significant changes over the past…
