by DiabetesCare.net | Mar 9, 2012
Enzymes produced to metabolize fructose (sugar) may contribute to obesity, diabetes, and other illnesses, according to research by an international group of scientists. One form of the enzyme produced to metabolize fructose causes fat to be deposited in the liver,...
by DiabetesCare.net | Apr 6, 2012
"After one year, patients who underwent gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy lost more weight and were significantly more successful at controlling their diabetes, compared to those who simply took medications," said lead investigator Philip Schauer, M.D.,...
by DiabetesCare.net | May 11, 2012
The study authors reported some complications of surgery, but most were not serious. However, four patients did require a second operation. The study authors caution that the favorable results were observed after a relatively short follow-up period (12 months) and...
by DiabetesCare.net | May 11, 2012
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by DiabetesCare.net | May 11, 2012
Man-made chemicals, such as PCBs, phthalates, and Bisphenol A (BPA), may be contributing to climbing obesity and diabetes rates worldwide, according to a meta analysis of 240 studies. Because many of the chemicals are considered endocrine disrupters they may influence...
