Diabetes
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Sugar-loving fruit bats' genes could point to new diabetes treatments, scientists say
By Wei Gordon, Nadav Ahituv published
Scientists are studying how fruit bats can handle such a sugary diet in order to potentially uncover new ways to manage humans' glucose levels.
Type 3 diabetes: Symptoms, causes and treatments
By Lou Mudge last updated
reference The term ‘type 3 diabetes’ in increasingly being used to describe Alzheimer’s disease
Which vegetables are good for diabetics?
By Lou Mudge last updated
reference We take a look at the best and worst vegetables for diabetics, to give you a head start on your diabetes diet
Vegan diet for diabetes: Tips, benefits and safety
By Anna Gora last updated
reference Delve into our guide to a vegan diet for diabetes, including a look at the science behind how this eating pattern could manage – or even prevent – this condition
Which fruits are good for diabetics?
By Joanne Lewsley last updated
reference Our guide to which fruits are good for diabetics will help you to choose what to eat more of, and what to avoid
Type 2 diabetes: Symptoms, causes and treatment
By Rachael Rettner last updated
Reference Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, a condition characterized by high blood sugar levels.
Type 1 diabetes: Symptoms, causes and treatment
By Laura Geggel last updated
Reference Type I diabetes occurs when the pancreas stops producing insulin. Here's a look at causes, symptoms and treatment of the disease.
Diabetes: Symptoms, causes and treatment
By Bahar Gholipour, Natalie Grover last updated
Diabetes is a metabolic disease marked by high blood glucose, also known as blood sugar.
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