Blog Posts: Diabetes and metabolic syndrome

Are you a yogi? If not, consider rolling out your mat and giving yoga a try. Research shows that adding yoga to your diabetes management plan may be an effective way to keep your blood sugar under control, and can also help improve blood pressure, body mass index, and cholesterol levels.

Is chronic illness getting you down? Telehealth is a promising way for you to connect with your health care provider and better manage your condition.

Do you struggle with managing your diabetes? If so, research shows that turning to your peers can improve your health.

With the numbers of overweight and obese adults on the rise globally, people are looking to different types of diets for solutions. To shed pounds, going lacto-ovo vegetarian or vegan may help.

Short on time? Research suggests that high-intensity interval training can improve cardiovascular and metabolic health in people who are overweight or obese.

The global prevalence of diabetes continues to rise. Don’t become a statistic with the help of these simple lifestyle changes.

Want to age well? Consider making yoga part of your regular activities.

Not everyone has the same opportunity to access health promotion programs that can save lives and prevent serious illness. Culturally customized materials and approaches can help.

Managing diabetes can be challenging for anyone, but for older adults with multiple health and age-related conditions, it can be especially difficult. Dr. Diana Sherifali weighs in on how self-management programs can be adapted to best support older adults with diabetes.

One study suggests that patients receiving follow-up care for diabetic foot or leg ulcers via telemedicine (online or by phone) may spend less time travelling without any negative effect on their health and lower costs to the healthcare system. Dr. Perry Mayer – an expert in diabetic foot care – offers his perspective on the issue.

People with diabetes are at significantly higher risk for foot disease including ulcers that can lead to serious health problems. A leading expert in diabetic foot care provides important facts and strategies for prevention and protection.

A new drug may improve blood sugar control for people with Type 2 diabetes, while helping them avoid weight gain.

Wearable technology encourages people to be more active (at least in the short term), which can lead to weight loss and other health benefits.