As Type 2 diabetes becomes a widespread health issue, more and more experts point to an overabundance of sugar in processed foods, sweets and sodas as a root cause. Sweet treats tend to promote positive feelings because they release endorphins, the ‘feel-good’ chemicals in our brains. This explains why so many of us crave them. [...]

Type 2 diabetes was once a relatively rare condition; however, in recent years, the number of Canadians with diabetes has risen dramatically. According to the Canadian Diabetes Association, more than 9 million Canadians have diabetes or prediabetes, and this number will likely grow over the coming years due to several factors: The number of people [...]

In New York City, Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s plan to ban the sale of soda pop in containers larger than 16 oz. met with fierce opposition before it passed. Set to take effect in March, the ban is now coming under fire from ethnic minority business owners. The oversize soda pop ban is part of Mayor [...]

Almost a year after she was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes, celebrity chef Paula Deen has lost 36 pounds and managed to keep it off. Type 2 Diabetes is a condition where the body produces Insulin, but it is either not enough, or the body cannot effectively process the sugars found in food. “It’s all [...]

Canada’s obesity epidemic shows no signs of slowing. With obesity comes a well-known group of associated health conditions, including heart disease and diabetes. However, at the same time, thanks to medical advances, people are living longer than ever before. So what do both of these facts mean for Canada’s healthcare system? First, it means a [...]

People living in communities that lend themselves to walking have a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes than those living in neighbourhoods that aren’t pedestrian friendly, says a new Canadian study. With the world’s population becoming increasingly concentrated in cities, lead author Dr. Gillian Booth and her team wanted to examine the relationship between [...]

Prediabetes is a relatively new diagnosis, but a serious one nonetheless. Put simply, prediabetes is defined as higher than normal blood glucose levels that don’t quite meet a diabetes diagnosis. The Canadian Diabetes Association estimates that as many as 6 million Canadians have prediabetes, putting them at increased risk for being diagnosed with diabetes later [...]

With the kids going back to school, you may be tempted to pack a soda in their lunch box. Just as a treat for the first couple of days. Turns out you may want to reconsider these sugar filled drinks and their empty calories. These drinks may contain 10 teaspoons or more of sugar. Why [...]

Diabetes is a serious disease that is caused by the body’s inability to either produce enough insulin or make use of the insulin that is produced. It’s a condition that affects an estimated 285 million people worldwide. Now, a study published in the prestigious New England Journal of Medicine is raising questions about whether weight [...]

A new study conducted by the Harvard School of Public Health suggests that people who do weight lifting have a lower risk for developing diabetes, and not just those who do cardio workouts. “This study suggests weight training is important for diabetes, and probably as important as aerobic training,” said Dr. Frank Hu of the [...]