Parents of kids with type 2 diabetes will be relieved to know that two additional drugs have just received FDA approval for children over the age of 10. Newly Approved Diabetes Drugs The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced in June 2023, the approval of Jardiance (empagliflozin) and Synjardy (empagliflozin and metformin hydrochloride) for type 2 […]

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EAT and cardiometabolic health Epicardial adipose tissue (EAT) is a fancy term for fatty tissue surrounding the heart. Normally, EAT plays an important role in heart function and offers protective factors for good health.1 In abnormal conditions, EAT is a risk factor for cardiometabolic diseases like obesity and insulin resistance.2 Finding a balance of this […]

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What is low blood sugar? The causes and symptoms of low blood sugar vary, but risks for those with type 1 diabetes are most pressing. In instances where insufficient carbohydrates are consumed based on a person’s hormonal and tissue needs, glucose levels in the blood can drop below a healthy range. In the case of […]

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Widely regarded as a superfood, pomegranate is a vibrant red fruit linked to health and wellness. But can pomegranates help fight disease?1,2  The benefits of pomegranates are attributed to their high levels of antioxidants, even beating out green tea and orange juice for antioxidant content.1,2   Increasing antioxidant intake may help prevent and control conditions like […]

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In recent years, the prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) has been alarming. The World Health Organization predicts a diabetes surge of 39% between 2000 and 2030, or an estimated 366 million people being affected.1  With diabetes, cardiovascular risks add to the complexity and need for interventions. The question at hand is the effectiveness […]

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The use of smartwatches has become increasingly common throughout the world with over $25 billion USD spent by consumers in 2021 alone.1 One type of wearable device is the Fitbit. Although Fitbits are available in different models, all are equipped with an accelerometer to count steps taken, a heart rate monitor, and activity trackers.2 These […]

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New research continues to emerge surrounding COVID-19, specifically around how, mechanistically, the SARS-CoV-2 virus affects the body. A new study from Osaka University in Japan, revealed that the virus interferes with the insulin/IGF pathway.1    This new finding may explain COVID-19 symptoms including diabetes and insulin resistance; symptoms related to energy metabolism.  The insulin/IGF pathway key […]

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A new study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia shows a possible association between diabetes, stroke, and heart disease with dementia.1 The study, conducted by researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden, followed 2,577 seniors over a 12-year period. According to their results, those who had at least 2 cardiometabolic diseases were more likely to develop dementia.1 […]

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