Proper digestion requires certain enzymes, which are secreted by your pancreas. Some medical conditions, including diabetes, can cause your pancreas to malfunction. Should this happen, you'll need to ...

Vitamin D supplements are typically used to guard against bone loss and fractures, but new research offers up another possibility: For folks with pre-diabetes, they may help lower the chances of a ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I was diagnosed with prediabetes over 30 years ago. My parents had diabetes. I just turned 84, and my weight is 135 pounds. I am 5 feet and 3.5 inches tall. I watch my diet and take ...

Are supplements safe with type 2 diabetes and CKD? High risks include toxicity, drug interactions, and additional kidney ...

Type 2 diabetes is a precursor to a whole list of complications that are mostly ignored by people until the consequences start getting out of hand. It is important to be vigilant about your blood ...

An extract from a desert berry used in traditional Chinese medicine restored insulin function and stabilized metabolism in ...

Low levels of vitamin D have been linked to higher odds for type 2 diabetes New research shows that if you already have enough vitamin D, taking even high doses in supplement form won't lower your ...

Alex Yampolsky, PharmD, is a pediatric clinical pharmacist at Elizabeth Seton Children’s center where he optimizes the comfort and care of his patients. High blood sugar (glucose) is associated with ...