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Could eating avocado and mango daily help people with early diabetes?

April 29, 2026

A recent study tested whether two fruits—avocado and mango—could help adults who are at risk of diabetes. The research found that eating one avocado and one cup of mango every day for two months improved blood flow and slightly lowered blood pressure in men with prediabetes. Scientists believe the g

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Short bursts of movement and diabetes risk

April 29, 2026

Small, intense movement bursts throughout the day may help lower the chance of developing type 2 diabetes. Scientists studied how quick, vigorous activities that last less than a minute relate to diabetes risk. They also looked at slightly longer bursts of moderate to vigorous movement, up to three

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Continuous Glucose Sensors Help Type 2 Patients Beat Sugar Levels

April 27, 2026

A new study shows that people with type 2 diabetes who use continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) see better blood‑sugar control than those who stick to finger‑prick tests. The research, published on April 23 in a medical journal, followed over 300 patients for 32 weeks. Half wore CGMs; the others conti

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How TikTok Talks About Gestational Diabetes Tests

April 23, 2026

TikTok videos show many people talking about a test for gestational diabetes. The test is called the oral glucose challenge test, or OGCT. It checks how the body handles sugar during pregnancy. Some clips say the test is quick and easy. Others warn it can be uncomfortable or confusing.

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Managing Diabetes in Africa: Costs, Challenges and Hope

April 22, 2026

The burden of type 2 diabetes is growing across Sub‑Saharan Africa, where many people struggle to get affordable treatment. Studies show that the cost of care varies widely from one country to another, but a common theme emerges: medicines and regular check‑ups can be too expensive for most patie

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Diabetes in kids: More than just medicine

April 16, 2026

Kids with diabetes often face struggles most adults wouldn’t imagine. Daily life isn’t just about school and friends—it’s about managing a serious condition. Some families skip meals so their child can take their insulin. Others stretch doses to save money. This isn’t rare. In tight neighborhoods, c

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Eating Habits and Exercise in Middle‑Age Adults With Heart Disease

April 15, 2026

People in their 40s to 60s who carry excess weight and have heart muscle problems from diabetes face a tough battle with food and movement. First, they feel torn between wanting to eat what tastes good and needing to follow strict diets that can help their hearts. Their fear of medical complic

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Older Indians Face Rising Prediabetes Risk

April 1, 2026

The number of older people in India who have blood sugar levels that are higher than normal but not yet at diabetes level is growing fast. This stage, called prediabetes, can be reversed if people act early. It also signals a higher chance of developing full diabetes or heart problems later on. Res

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Weight Loss Wins: Five Years of Diabetes Relief and Money Saved

March 29, 2026

The study followed people who joined a program called Counterweight‑Plus, which started as part of the DiRECT diabetes trial. Five years later, participants had lost an average of 6. 1 kilograms and ten percent of them no longer needed diabetes medication. Researchers first looked at how much the p

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Cheap Diabetes and Lung Medicine Deals Show Up on TrumpRx

March 24, 2026

TrumpRx, the discount program that launched in January to cut prescription costs, has just added three new drugs. Two are for type 2 diabetes—Jentadueto and its extended‑release version Jentadueto XR. The third, Striverdi Respimat, treats chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). All three come