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Weight gain persists, obesity rises in children after pandemic lockdown
Some children, particularly boys, continue to gain weight even after COVID-19 pandemic lockdown measures have been eased, indicating the challenges in reversing the effects of lockdowns, reveals a study in Argentina. However, sedentary behaviours have decreased while quality of life has improved.
Weight gain persists, obesity rises in children after pandemic lockdown
12 May 2023
Low skeletal muscle mass with abdominal obesity ups diabetes risk
Low skeletal muscle mass accompanied by abdominal obesity is significantly associated with a higher risk of incident type 2 diabetes (T2D), irrespective of the glycometabolic parameters, reveals a study.
Low skeletal muscle mass with abdominal obesity ups diabetes risk
08 May 2023
Longer time spent in any physical activity tied to lower T2DM risk
The longer the duration individuals engage in any type of physical activity intensity, the lower their risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), regardless of age, sex, body mass index (BMI), or sedentary time, according to a recent study.
Longer time spent in any physical activity tied to lower T2DM risk
07 May 2023
Lower phase angle linked to CKD progression in T2DM
A Singapore study has found a previously overlooked connection between bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA)-derived lower phase angle and chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression, mediated by matrix metalloproteinase-2 (MMP-2), in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
Lower phase angle linked to CKD progression in T2DM
04 May 2023
Even a single high-intensity resistance training session benefits endothelial function in T2DM
Endothelial function in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) appears to improve after only a single session of high-intensity resistance training, as shown in the results of a systematic review.
Even a single high-intensity resistance training session benefits endothelial function in T2DM
02 May 2023
Maternal depression during pregnancy may put babies at risk of type 1 diabetes
Children born to mothers who had depression and/or anxiety during pregnancy appear to have a heightened risk of developing type 1 diabetes, as shown in a study.