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  Trying to lose weight but not seeing results? These 3 hormones could be the reason

  Lifestyle | April 01, 2026 22:32 IST

  Weight loss is not just about calories. A nutritionist explains how hormones like insulin, cortisol and estrogen may be affecting fat loss, cravings and overall progress more than expected.

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  London doctor says this everyday snack may be harming your metabolic health

  Health | March 21, 2026 18:43 IST

  A doctor highlights how everyday biscuits, often paired with tea, may quietly drive insulin resistance. Made with refined flour, sugar and oils, they trigger repeated glucose spikes, leading to fatigue, hunger cycles and long-term metabolic issues, including type 2 diabetes.

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  Why are some patients with diabetes treated with insulin injections? According to an expert

  Health | August 21, 2025 8:03 IST

  Dr Jaspreet Singh explains why insulin injections are vital for type 1 diabetes and often needed in type 2 when oral medicines fail to control blood sugar. Insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas, plays a vital role in helping glucose (sugar) from food enter the body’s cells.

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  Is collagen bad for type 2 diabetes? New research suggests potential health risks

  Health | July 07, 2025 9:14 IST

  A new study reveals how collagen plays a crucial role in worsening Type 2 diabetes. While insulin and amylin hormones work together to regulate blood sugar, excess amylin in diabetic patients misfolds and forms toxic clumps that damage insulin-producing β-cells. Read on to know more about the study.

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  Ultrasound of thigh, shoulder muscle can help detect insulin resistance, finds study

  Health | June 23, 2025 18:40 IST

  A new study published in the Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine ultrasound of one's thigh or shoulder muscle can help detect insulin resistance. Read on to know more about the study.

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  Struggling with insulin resistance? Here are 5 foods you can eat on an empty stomach

  Health | May 30, 2025 13:30 IST

  Early detection and management of insulin resistance through lifestyle changes, medication, and/or insulin therapy can help prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes and its associated complications. Thus, it is important to understand about the diet to stabilise blood sugar levels.

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  4 tell-tale signs of insulin resistance in children, expert shares early warning symptoms

  Health | March 11, 2025 13:49 IST

  Insulin resistance is becoming more common in children due to poor diet, lack of physical activity, and genetic factors. If left unnoticed, it can lead to type 2 diabetes, obesity, and other serious health problems. Recognising early signs can help in taking timely action.

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  Say goodbye to diabetes by consuming THIS leaf, know its benefits and ways to use

  Health | December 05, 2024 14:19 IST

  By consuming curry leaves, the body gets anti-hyperglycemic properties. By consuming it, blood sugar levels can be controlled by reducing insulin resistance. Also, high amounts of fiber, calcium, and phosphorus are found in these leaves.

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  Who can take Insulin? How to store, when to take it, precautions, side effects and more

  Health | April 24, 2024 11:31 IST

  Insulin is a crucial medication for those with diabetes and can greatly improve their quality of life when prescribed and monitored properly by a healthcare team.

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  Hanuman Jayanti: AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj takes out yatra with insulin-sticker 'Gadah' | VIDEO

  India | April 23, 2024 18:39 IST

  AAP's insulin row: After days of tussle over insulin administration, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was finally given insulin on Monday night after his sugar level soared to 320.

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  'Doctors never said there is no need to worry,' Kejriwal says Tihar official lying

  Delhi | April 22, 2024 16:01 IST

  Earlier today, Delhi minister Atishi alleged that the ED 'lied' in court about consulting specialists from AIIMS over whether Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, a diabetic, needs insulin. Kejriwal moved a fresh plea seeking consultation with his physician for 15 minutes every day and taking insulin.

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  Delhi court to pronounce order on Kejriwal's plea seeking permission to administer insulin in jail

  Delhi | April 22, 2024 8:35 IST

  Kejriwal, who was arrested on March 21 by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the alleged excise policy scam, is lodged in Jail No. 2. He is under judicial custody till April 23.

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  BJP wants to kill Kejriwal in jail by denying insulin: Sunita's massive charge at INDIA bloc rally

  India | April 21, 2024 23:57 IST

  Sunita Kejriwal, at Ulgulan Nyay Rally in Ranchi, alleged that the BJP government at the Centre wants to "kill" her husband by not giving him insulin in Tihar jail. However, the jail administration report stated that Kejriwal had stopped taking insulin months before his arrest.

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  UK's 'artificial pancreas' to transform lives of type 1 diabetes patients

  Health | April 02, 2024 20:08 IST

  Discover the NHS England's groundbreaking 'artificial pancreas' device, poised to transform diabetes management. This innovative technology offers hope for thousands grappling with type 1 diabetes, providing automated insulin delivery and improved outcomes.

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  Spike in insulin levels after meals may not be bad for health, finds study

  Health | December 15, 2023 10:08 IST

  US researchers cast doubt on the traditional view, suggesting a rise in insulin after eating may have benefits.

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  Now, diabetic students can carry insulin in UP govt schools

  Uttar Pradesh | July 23, 2023 7:46 IST

  The Uttar Pradesh government has taken this decision in compliance with the norms of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR).

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  Can Blueberries control diabetes and insulin sensitivity? Here's what medical experts have to say

  Health | January 17, 2022 15:39 IST

  According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), blueberries are said to be a superfood for diabetic patients. They are packed with antioxidants like vitamins A, B, C, E, and minerals like iron, calcium, magnesium, and fiber. They not just promote the overall health of the body but also prevent diabetes.

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  Good News! Insulin can now be stored without refrigeration - Here's how

  India | September 24, 2021 15:20 IST

  Insulin is a hormone that is produced by the pancreas to allow cells to use glucose. When the body stops producing or using insulin, doctors inject insulin into the body to control the blood sugar.  

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  Drug found to delay Type-1 diabetes by 2 years

  Health | June 10, 2019 16:40 IST

  Type-1 diabetes develops when the immune system's T cells mistakenly destroy the body's own insulin-producing beta cells, insulin is needed to convert glucose into energy.

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  Kick aside fear of diabetes, now chocolate itself will help combat the disease

  Lifestyle | August 28, 2017 12:23 IST

  Beta cells work better and remain stronger with an increased presence of epicatechin monomers, compounds found naturally in cocoa.