Diabetes
-
Novo Nordisk launches world's first once-weekly insulin in India
Health | Jul 09, 2026, 02:43 PM ISTNovo Nordisk has launched Awiqli, the world's first once-weekly basal insulin for adults with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes in India. The therapy reduces insulin injections from 365 a year to 52 and aims to address one of the biggest barriers to insulin adoption.
-
Your leg pain may not be normal: Pune-based vascular surgeon warns of growing vascular disease
Health | Jun 15, 2026, 01:03 PM ISTThe rise in diabetes, obesity, hypertension and high cholesterol is contributing to an increase in vascular diseases. Experts explain the warning signs, risks and preventive measures for better vascular health.
-
New 6-year study involving 4,700 adults says these 3 lifestyle changes may cut diabetes risk by 31%
Health | May 20, 2026, 09:12 PM ISTA major six-year nutrition study has found that three simple diet and lifestyle changes may reduce diabetes risk by up to 31 per cent. Researchers linked the improvements to healthier eating habits, moderate calorie reduction and regular physical activity.
-
Metabolic health expert explains the rise of ‘skinny diabetes’ in urban India
Health | Apr 28, 2026, 11:31 AM IST‘Skinny diabetes’ is rising in urban India, where individuals with normal body weight are developing diabetes due to poor metabolic health. Experts highlight lifestyle factors like diet, low muscle mass, and stress as key causes, urging a shift beyond weight-based health measures.
-
The hidden link between diabetes and fatty liver, gastroenterologist explains
Health | Apr 18, 2026, 05:19 PM ISTDiabetes and fatty liver disease are increasingly linked, with experts warning of a growing metabolic connection. Lifestyle changes, insulin resistance, and silent symptoms make early detection and integrated care crucial.
-
From Instagram to 'Mann Ki Baat': PM Modi turns Yuvraj Dua's post into important health message
Health | Mar 29, 2026, 12:26 PM ISTPM Narendra Modi referenced Yuvraj Dua’s viral Instagram reel in the 132nd episode of Mann Ki Baat, urging citizens to reduce sugar and cooking oil intake. The moment highlights how a light-hearted social media post evolved into a broader public health message.
-
Diabetes drug metformin does more than control blood sugar, study finds it also affects the brain
Health | Mar 26, 2026, 04:09 PM ISTMetformin, a long-standing treatment for type 2 diabetes, may also work directly in the brain, according to new research. The study highlights how the drug affects specific brain pathways, offering a fresh understanding of its role in glucose regulation.
-
Can diabetics fast during Navratri? Expert shares what you must know
Health | Mar 19, 2026, 10:12 AM ISTPeople with diabetes can fast during Navratri, but experts advise caution. Avoid long fasting hours, limit high-starch foods like sabudana, and opt for lighter alternatives such as rajgira or kuttu. Balanced meals and mindful eating can help maintain stable blood sugar levels.
-
Why your blood sugar spikes in the morning even without eating: Doctor explains the dawn phenomenon
Health | Mar 16, 2026, 11:33 AM ISTMany people with diabetes experience high fasting blood sugar despite following healthy habits. Doctors explain that this may be caused by the dawn phenomenon, a natural hormonal surge that occurs between 3 AM and 8 AM.
-
Rice isn’t the villain: What’s really driving diabetes in Indian homes
Health | Feb 16, 2026, 04:00 PM ISTRice is often blamed for India’s rising diabetes rates, but experts say the real issue lies in carbohydrate-heavy plates lacking adequate protein, sedentary lifestyles and poor meal timing. Dr Gagandeep Singh explains why eliminating rice alone doesn’t fix high blood sugar.
-
Could your diabetes be impacting your hearing? US-based physician explains the risk
Health | Feb 14, 2026, 12:26 PM ISTHearing loss is rarely discussed as a diabetes complication, but Dr Kunal Sood says the link is real. He points to research showing higher rates of high-frequency hearing decline in people with type 2 diabetes, driven by microvascular damage and long-term poor glycaemic control.
-
The silent diabetes epidemic: Importance of routine blood sugar tests
Health | Jan 22, 2026, 04:22 PM ISTWith diabetes increasing silently, regular blood sugar testing is crucial for timely diagnosis and better health management. Know why it matters.
-
Why cutting sugar alone won’t fix India’s diabetes problem
Health | Jan 18, 2026, 12:41 PM ISTIndia’s diabetes crisis goes far beyond sugar intake. A nutrition expert explains how sedentary lifestyles, stress, sleep loss, and metabolic vulnerability are driving rising diabetes rates, and why lifestyle change and early screening matter more than ever.
-
Can you actually reverse diabetes? A doctor explains what really works
Health | Jan 08, 2026, 05:02 PM ISTReversing diabetes may depend as much on when you eat and how you sleep as on what you eat. A lifestyle medicine expert explains how meal timing, intermittent fasting and sleep quality improve insulin sensitivity and support diabetes reversal without medication.
-
Eating right but sugar still high? Doctor points to sleep and meal timing
Health | Jan 08, 2026, 07:55 AM ISTDiabetes management goes beyond calorie counting. Experts explain how eating at the right time and getting quality sleep can improve blood sugar control and insulin sensitivity.
-
The quiet link between screen time, food habits and childhood diabetes
Health | Jan 07, 2026, 07:52 AM ISTDoctors warn that rising screen time, poor diet and sleep disruption are fuelling type 2 diabetes in children, even before their teenage years.
-
More than flavour: New study shows how curcumin (turmeric) may support heart health in diabetes
Health | Dec 27, 2025, 12:41 PM ISTCurcumin, a compound found in turmeric, is gaining attention beyond blood sugar control. A recent study suggests it may help lower blood pressure in people with diabetes. We take a closer look at the findings, who may benefit, and what to consider before supplementation.
-
Prediabetes remission may cut heart attack and early death risk by 50 per cent, says Lancet report
Health | Dec 15, 2025, 05:30 PM ISTBringing blood sugar back to normal through lifestyle changes could cut the risk of heart attack, heart failure and early death by nearly 50% in people with prediabetes, according to a long-term study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology.
-
Sweet but sensible: 5 healthiest winter fruits for diabetics
Lifestyle | Dec 13, 2025, 06:39 PM ISTWinter fruits can still be enjoyed by people with diabetes when chosen wisely. Some seasonal options help manage blood sugar, provide fibre, and keep cravings in check without feeling restrictive or boring.
-
Is sugar-free cola really healthier than regular cola? Doctor weighs in
Health | Dec 13, 2025, 04:21 PM ISTWith sugar-free colas becoming increasingly popular, many people believe they are a healthier choice. But are they really better than regular cola? A doctor explains what frequent cola consumption may mean for your health and why moderation matters.