Justin Surgent
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Treatment of Type2 Diabetes
Staying Up Late Can Increase Insulin Resistance
A recent study finds a correlation between poor sleeping habits and increased risk of insulin resistance.
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Treatment of Type2 Diabetes
Texting to Improve Diabetes Self-Care
An upcoming study will test whether text messaging can help people with diabetes in medically underserved areas.
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Treatment of Type2 Diabetes
Metformin and Canagliflozin Work Better Together
A large study finds a combo therapy of the two drugs leads to better blood sugar scores.
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Weight Loss
Walking is as Good as Running for Weight Loss
A study shows the low-impact workout can help shed pounds; it just takes a bit more of a time commitment.
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Treatment of Type2 Diabetes
A Call to Merge Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes
One endocrinologist says doing away with the distinction could free up treatment options and reduce stigma.
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Treatment of Type2 Diabetes
A Smart Mat to Catch Neuropathy
Students at Jackson State University have developed a temperature-sensing mat to identify poor circulation in feet.
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Treatment of Type2 Diabetes
An Enzyme to Prevent Damage from High Blood Sugar
Researchers from the University of Montreal found that an enzyme called G3PP can prevent high blood sugar levels from damaging…
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Treatment of Type2 Diabetes
What the Heck are SGLT2 Inhibitors?
A primer on how this class of drugs helps people with Type 2 diabetes rid the body of excess glucose.
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Weight Loss
The Hidden Calories of Dining Out
A study shows that most dishes served at restaurants have excessive calorie counts. We give the calorie counts for 10…
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Treatment of Type2 Diabetes
Fecal Pills to Fight Obesity and Insulin Sensitivity?
The Mass General study will put fecal microbiota transplant treatments to the test.
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