There have been reviews of apple cider vinegar on this website.
While many of the folk medicine uses of vinegar are unproven (or were disproved), a few do have a medical research backing them up. Some small studies have hinted that apple cider vinegar could help with several conditions, such as diabetes and obesity.
So what do the editors of WebMD have to say and warn us about the possible side effects of... read more
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After witnessing a sneeze, people worry more about flu, heart attacks, accidents and crime, study finds
Adequate shuteye is linked to healthier food choices in study
Dogs being trained to respond to hypoglycemia. Such dogs are expensive but several training programs are now extant.
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And excess consumption of saturated fats raises obesity risk, researchers find
People with type 2 diabetes who are taking the blood-sugar-lowering drug Byetta may be at increased risk for kidney problems, including kidney failure, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration reported this week.
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Taking a low-dose aspirin every day can help prevent heart attacks in people who've already had one. But if you've never had a heart attack (or stroke), the risks of taking a daily low-dose aspirin outweigh the benefits, according to a U.K. report published in Drug and Therapeutics Bulletin.
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If you have peripheral neuropathy, you are not alone. An estimated more than 20 million people suffer from its complications, which can include pain, numbness, balance problems and slow-healing foot wounds and amputations.
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Did you all know that the Blue Circle is the international symbol for diabetes, like the pink ribbon for breast cancer?
It stands for "Unite for Diabetes." Please read my post for more background. Thanks!
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10 Tips for Staying Healthy With Type 2 Diabetes
If you've been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, these simple strategies can help you avoid complications and enjoy life.
By Marijke Vroomen-Durning, RN
Medically reviewed by Pat F. Bass III, MD, MPH Print Email Finding out you have type 2 diabetes may cause a swirl of emotions and questions. How did this happen? What should you do? How will you be treated?
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