Fasting diet ‘regenerates’ insulin-producing cells

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Leading cardiologist warns of carbohydrate risks

A diet that mimics the effects of fasting could repair cells which produce insulin. New exciting findings show this fasting-mimicking diet led to very successful results, with the regeneration of beta cells potentially signalling a big moment in diabetes research.

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Fined for treating hypo

Diabetes Forum user stellson was victim to a lack of diabetes awareness when he received a parking fine for staying an extra 20 minutes to treat a hypo.

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Parents guilty of murder

The parents of a 15-year-old boy with type 1 diabetes who starved to death over a number of years have been found guilty of his murder.

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Sugar-free pancakes

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The problem with ‘healthy’ fruit snacks

“Healthy” fruit snacks are often a bit paradoxical. In fact, some of these snacks actually contain more sugar than an 18g bag of Haribo, so why are they classed as healthy in the first place?

More sugar than Haribo

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Alzheimer’s linked to sugar

Having higher levels of sugar in the body could increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, as University of Bath scientists discover an important role regarding the effects of sugar.

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Tackling diabetes

Has the Six Nations piqued your desire to play rugby? Check out our guide to playing rugby if you have diabetes and how playing the sport could affect your blood sugar levels.

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