Diabetes Mellitus

Ingredion clinical trial shows blood sugar lowering potential of Versafibe ingredient

26-Apr-2017 By Adi Menayang

Researchers baked cookies using Versafibe 1490, a branded resistant starch by Ingredion, and another batch without it. Then they had 28 healthy participants eat either one cookie to compare Versafibe’s effect on postprandial blood glucose levels, and...

New insights reveal how stevia controls blood sugar levels

13-Apr-2017 By Will Chu

How stevia controls blood sugar levels has remained a mystery until now as researchers think they have unravelled the natural, no-calorie sweetener's action that results in its observed health benefits.

FDA approves qualified health claim for high-amylose resistant starch and reduced risk of type 2 diabetes

15-Dec-2016 By Elaine Watson

News that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a qualified health claim about high amylose maize resistant starch as a weapon in the fight against type 2 diabetes will start a much-needed conversation about the fiber, say experts.

A couple of sugary drinks daily ‘doubles diabetes risk,’ study shows

21-Oct-2016 By Will Chu

The choice between artificially sweetened and sugared soft drinks does not seem to make a difference in the onset of chronic conditions such as diabetes, according to Swedish research.

Berry eaters may be at lower risk of diabetes: Meta-analysis

22-Aug-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Data from almost 400,000 people suggests that consuming berries and the anthocyanins they contain may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus by 15-18%.

Imprinting obesity: Mum's metabolic health may have lasting impact on baby

16-May-2016 By Nathan GRAY

Mothers who gain excess weight or have high blood sugar levels during pregnancy could ‘imprint’ obesity on their children, even if they are born with a normal body weight.

Skipping breakfast may put diabetics at risk of dangerous blood sugar spikes, warn researchers

29-Jul-2015 By Nathan Gray

Diabetics who skip breakfast may be provoking hazardous blood sugar spikes by fasting until lunch, according to new research.

Tree nuts can improve glycemic control in type 2 diabetics: review

14-Aug-2014 By Maggie Hennessy

A review of 12 clinical trials found that daily intake of tree nuts improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes.

‘Timely findings’: Canola oil offers blood sugar management potential for diabetics

17-Jun-2014 By Stephen Daniells

Alpha-linolenic acid-rich canola oil, in combination with a low glycemic index diet, may help improve blood sugar control and other measures of heart health, says a new study from Canada.

Sweetened beverages again linked to stroke risk, and effects could be dose-related, says new study

10-Apr-2014 By Stephen DANIELLS

Increased intakes of sweetened beverages may increase the risk of stroke, says a new study from Sweden.

Gut reaction: Zero-calorie sweeteners produce same response as water

19-Dec-2013 By Nathan Gray

Consumption of zero-calorie artificial sweeteners in a drink may have an identical effect on gut responses as water, according to newly published human data.

Study: Big breakfast could help manage type 2 diabetes

18-Dec-2013 By Maggie Hennessy

It’s no secret that incidence of being overweight and obese have increased dramatically over the past few decades alongside a rise in the prevalence of type 2 diabetes. Concurrent with this, eating breakfast has declined overall.

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How can the food industry address the ticking time bomb of type 2 diabetes?

25-Oct-2013 By Elaine WATSON

Given that one in three American adults is expected to develop type 2 diabetes by 2050, and poor diet and lack of exercise may be largely to blame, what can food and beverage manufacturers do to tackle this epidemic?

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Focus on energy balance could jumpstart mainstream appeal of resistant starch beyond diabetes

24-Oct-2013 By Maggie Hennessy

The overall topic of blood sugar management is becoming increasingly important beyond the population with type 2 diabetes, as mainstream media has made consumers more aware of the health needs of blood sugar management—known more colloquially as “energy...

Lowering blood sugar could help prevent cognitive declines: Study

24-Oct-2013 By Nathan Gray

People with higher blood sugar levels are more likely to have memory problems, according to new research that suggests reducing levels of blood sugar could help to protect against cognitive declines.

Tackling the diabetes epidemic: Blood glucose management a ‘significant untapped market’, says Frost & Sullivan

14-Aug-2013 By Elaine WATSON

Given that one in three American adults is expected to develop type 2 diabetes by 2050, foods and supplements targeting pre-diabetics and type 2 diabetics would appear to have enormous potential. So why isn’t the ‘healthy blood glucose’ market exploding?

Firm promising to tackle pre-diabetes by unlocking secrets of gut microbiome talks to medical food giants

12-Aug-2013 By Elaine WATSON

A firm co-founded by Whole Foods Market chairman John Elstrott is in talks with top consumer healthcare firms about developing medical foods containing a novel ingredient claimed to improve blood glucose control and metabolic function in pre-diabetics...

Sugar debate: Fructose may be healthy after all

25-Jun-2012 By Nathan Gray

A new review of the scientific evidence suggests that fructose may not be as bad as some research has suggested, and may even provide some health benefits.

Cacao & soy compounds show heart health benefits for diabetic women: Study

04-May-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementation with cacao-flavonoids and soy isoflavones may improve levels of biomarkers of heart disease in postmenopausal, diabetic women, says a new study.

Novel plant blend could be a game changer in fight vs metabolic syndrome, claim inventors

25-Apr-2012 By Elaine Watson

Florida-based ATM Metabolics is in advanced negotiations with some of the biggest food and beverage brands in the US and Europe about incorporating Emulin - the insulin-mimicking active ingredient in GNC’s top-selling glucose control supplement GC7X -...

Sucralose may not affect blood sugar or insulin resistance, study suggests

09-Jan-2012 By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Sucralose may not raise levels of blood sugar or increase the likelihood of insulin resistance, according to the results of a new study published in the journal Nutrition Research, comparing the body’s response to sucralose and sucrose.

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How do you sell healthy blood glucose to consumers?

20-Jul-2011 By Elaine Watson

While a dietary solution to the ticking time bomb of type 2 diabetes would appear to have huge commercial potential, the US market for foods and supplements that keep our blood glucose levels healthy has yet to set the world on fire.

‘Healthy blood sugar’ more meaningful than 'glycemic index'

01-Jun-2011 By Elaine Watson

Consumers and food manufacturers alike remain confused about the concept of the ‘glycemic index (GI)’ and ‘glycemic load (GL)’, according to National Starch, which is urging both parties to think about ‘insulin sensitivity’ and ‘healthy blood sugar’ levels...