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In a 1st, scientists reversed type 1 diabetes by reprogramming a person's own fat cells

By Tia Ghose published

Scientists reprogrammed a woman's fat cells to become insulin-making beta cells, reversing her type 1 diabetes.

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Beware smartwatches that claim to monitor blood sugar without skin prick, FDA says

By Nicoletta Lanese published

The Food and Drug Administration has warned consumers against using "smart" devices that are marketed to measure blood sugar without piercing the skin.

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Sugar-loving fruit bats' genes could point to new diabetes treatments, scientists say

By Wei Gordon, Nadav Ahituv published

Scientists are studying how fruit bats can handle such a sugary diet in order to potentially uncover new ways to manage humans' glucose levels.

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Type 3 diabetes: Symptoms, causes and treatments

By Lou Mudge last updated

reference The term ‘type 3 diabetes’ in increasingly being used to describe Alzheimer’s disease

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Which vegetables are good for diabetics?

By Lou Mudge last updated

reference We take a look at the best and worst vegetables for diabetics, to give you a head start on your diabetes diet

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Vegan diet for diabetes: Tips, benefits and safety

By Anna Gora last updated

reference Delve into our guide to a vegan diet for diabetes, including a look at the science behind how this eating pattern could manage – or even prevent – this condition

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Which fruits are good for diabetics?

By Joanne Lewsley last updated

reference Our guide to which fruits are good for diabetics will help you to choose what to eat more of, and what to avoid

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Type 2 diabetes: Symptoms, causes and treatment

By Rachael Rettner last updated

Reference Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, a condition characterized by high blood sugar levels.

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Type 1 diabetes: Symptoms, causes and treatment

By Laura Geggel last updated

Reference Type I diabetes occurs when the pancreas stops producing insulin. Here's a look at causes, symptoms and treatment of the disease.

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Diabetes: Symptoms, causes and treatment

By Bahar Gholipour, Natalie Grover last updated

Diabetes is a metabolic disease marked by high blood glucose, also known as blood sugar.

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