SGLT2 inhibitors, pancreatic transplants lead the way in diabetes care

Rachel Thomas | July 23, 2023 9:45 AM

New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) From small reliable insulin pumps to wearable glucose monitors and even pancreatic transplantation, treatment options for diabetes have undergone a significant change in the last decade, and the future looks hopeful for better outcomes for people with diabetes, said health experts.

Rising junk food consumption leads to alarming diabetes spiral

Shrey Srivastava | July 23, 2023 9:39 AM

New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) The consumption of junk food (also called 'fast food') has increased significantly in recent decades, characterised by its high caloric content, excessive sugar, unhealthy fats, and low nutritional value. Unfortunately, this trend has had dire consequences on public health, contributing to the global epidemic of type 2 diabetes.