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Diabetes
Chocolate, Tea and Berries: How to Fight Diabetes With Food
Diabetics have to watch what they eat, but compounds in these foods may lower the risk for their disease
Obesity and Diabetes: Why There Is No Obesity Paradox
Recent studies suggesting that heavier people with diabetes have lower death rates than normal weight patients may be a myth.
How the Mediterranean Diet Alone Can Fight Diabetes
There is no ultimate diet, but if there were, the Mediterranean plan would come darn close.
Study: Obesity Rates Have Surged In Developing World
One third of the planet is now obese or overweight, according to a new report
FDA Removes Restrictions on Diabetes Drug Avandia
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is rolling back warnings and restrictions on the diabetes drug rosiglitazone (Avandia), after an independent analysis revealed the drug did not increase the risk of heart attacks.
1 In 10 People in the World Will Have Diabetes By 2035
Disease continues to grow despite treatments
Low-Fat Livers Linked to ‘Healthy’ Obesity
Study of twins sheds light on good versus bad fat
Exercise As Effective As Drugs For Treating Heart Disease, Diabetes
Forget the pills — there’s new evidence that exercise may be as effective as medications in treating heart disease and diabetes.
Sick Before Their Time: More Kids Diagnosed With Adult Diseases
Diabetes, obesity and elevated blood pressure typically emerge in middle-age, but more young children are showing signs of chronic conditions that may take a toll on their health.
Statins Have Few Side Effects, But Should More People Be Taking Them?
Statins lower cholesterol, reduce inflammation and may be responsible for saving thousands of lives. Should everyone be taking the wonder drug?
Exercise Alone Can Melt Away Dangerous Belly Fat in Diabetics
Just by increasing their physical activity, people with type 2 diabetes can lose fat that accumulates in the liver and abdomen and lower their risk of heart problems.
Watch: This Week in Health
How marijuana contributes to weight loss — and a reduced risk of diabetes; researchers zero in on the first genes associated with postpartum depression; and ADHD in childhood may be linked to obesity later in life. These are the stories making health news this week; for more, visit TIME Health & Family.