Articles for Tag: "diabetes"

4 ways to reduce the risk of premature birth  Featured
4 ways to reduce the risk of premature birth
With one in 10 babies born too soon, learn what expectant moms can do to decrease their risk.
The average American diet is half junk 
The average American diet is half junk
Highly processed foods are causing more problems than just weight gain.
Having a younger sibling may be good for your child’s health 
Having a younger sibling may be good for your child’s health
Children without a younger brother or sister by the time they reach first grade are three times more likely to be obese, new research suggests.
Diabetes treatment may impact breast density 
Diabetes treatment may impact breast density
Women who take insulin appear more likely to have dense breasts, a known risk factor for breast cancer. Learn more.
Are you at risk for chronic kidney disease?  Featured
Are you at risk for chronic kidney disease?
On World Kidney Day, an expert weighs in on a condition that many people don’t know they have.
Eating chocolate may boost your brain power 
Eating chocolate may boost your brain power
A new study suggests that this sweet treat may improve cognitive function. But experts caution not to overdo it.
The link between diabetes and heart disease 
The link between diabetes and heart disease
A cardiologist explains how these two serious conditions affect each other.