The circadian system is known to play a major role in regulating daily rhythms including feeding behavior, peripheral tissue metabolism, and hormone secretions. Therefore, a team of researchers from the University of Chicago recently investigated whether chronotype and daily caloric distribution are associated with glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes independently of sleep disturbances.

Some popular brands associated with high blood sugar levels in study, but odds of problems are low.

High blood pressure, other complications seen in adolescence.

Acid in both can erode teeth over time.

Higher blood levels of a beneficial hormone seen in those who took the omega-3 supplements.

Experts say biological changes or a lack of interest in self-care might be to blame.

In a ceremony this past Saturday, Joslin Diabetes Center awarded Spencer M. Wallace, Jr. of Fayetteville, NY, the first Joslin Medal for living for 80 years with insulin-dependent (type 1) diabetes. Mr. Wallace was diagnosed with diabetes at the age of 8 and has lived with diabetes for 82 years.

The perception that insulin therapy may be too burdensome for patients has led primary care physicians to delay the use of insulin therapy in patient with type 2 diabetes

It's important to resist these cravings, study author says.

Study counters prior research suggesting the medicine might help cancer patients.

But too little salt may also cause health problems, report authors add.

Since 1993, hospitalization rates have increased 51 percent for these patients, researchers say.

You probably don't need as much as you've been using

Say you're diabetic: Instead of having to inject yourself with insulin multiple times a day, imagine only having to do it once a week. Crazy, right? And instead of your syringe harboring glucose-regulating insulin, imagine it filled with nanoscopic particles you fire into your bloodstream - particles capable of detecting when your body's blood sugar levels rise and releasing insulin accordingly.

Obese adults embrace walking program to avoid hike insurance premiums, study finds.

Danish study did not prove a cause-and-effect link, however.