Ozempic and other diabetes weight loss drugs have soared in popularity in recent years, with more than 15 million adults in the U.S. taking a GLP-1 agonist. The drugs are designed to treat type 2 diabetes but successfully treat obesity, with the average patient losing up to 15% of their body weight within a year. While the medications have been touted as miracle drugs, there are still questions about whether the long-term benefits offset the risks. Researchers are constantly finding new pros and cons to taking medications, making it difficult for consumers to know whether the good outweighs the bad.

Diabetes Weight Loss Drugs Could Lead to Blindness But Lower Cancer Rates

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A naturally occurring compound in olives, elenolic acid, has shown promise as a potential treatment for obesity and type 2  diabetes.
In mouse models of the health conditions, researchers from Virginia Tech in the US discovered that after one week of treatment, elenolic acid reduced blood sugar levels as well as, or even better than, two leading medications.



					
			

"Lifestyle modifications and public health measures have had limited impact on the rising prevalence of obesity, one of the top risk factors for type 2 diabetes," says Dongmin Liu, a nutrition scientist from Virginia Tech.
"Available obesity drugs are ineffective in weight loss maintenance,...

Natural Compound in Olives May Help Fight Obesity And Type 2 Diabetes

Patients with a urine albumin-creatinine ratio of at least 3,500 mg/g had high rates of hyperkalemia. High rates also occurred in patients prescribed steroidal mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists. Hyperkalemia may be considered a common occurrence in patients with chronic kidney disease, particularly in those with heart failure or diabetes, published data...

Study: Urine albumin-creatinine ratio linked to hyperkalemia in patients with CKD

Researchers found that adults with overweight or obesity lost more weight with tirzepatide than semaglutide in a head-to-head comparison of the medications using electronic medical records data. Results showed that a weight loss of 15% or higher was achieved by 42.3% of the tirzepatide group vs. 18.1% of the semaglutide...

Top in endocrinology: Tirzepatide vs. semaglutide; FDA rejects icodec for diabetes

Most people have heard of type 1 diabetes, a chronic condition in which the pancreas makes too little or no insulin, and type 2 diabetes, which occurs when high blood sugar levels affects both insulin production and how the body's cells respond to insulin. But now, a lesser-known condition has been getting increasing attention: type 1.5 diabetes.

What Is Type 1.5 Diabetes, an Often Misdiagnosed Health Condition?

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Type 2 diabetes has become a global health concern, affecting millions of people worldwide. However, many are unaware that it is possible to reverse this condition. With the right lifestyle changes, diet and medical guidance, individuals can take significant steps toward managing and potentially reversing Type 2 diabetes. This article will explore effective strategies to help you on this journey.

How to reverse Type 2 diabetes

Review of: Risk of nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy in patients prescribed semaglutide. Hathaway J, Sha M, Hathaway D, et al. JAMA Ophthalmology, in press 2024. Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) prescribed to assist with weight management in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) or those who are overweight/obese, and there have been anecdotal reports of nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) in patients taking this medication. This single-center, observational study compared patients prescribed semaglutide to matched patients prescribed other medications for diabetes and found a greater risk of NAION in the semaglutide cohort, though additional studies are needed to verify this relationship and causality cannot be inferred.

Semaglutide May Be Associated With an Increased Risk of Developing NAION

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If you’ve been enjoying the vibrant food scene in Thornton Park, you might have heard some bittersweet news—Graffiti Junktion, the spot known for its top-notch burgers and laid-back vibe, has officially closed. After 16 years of serving up some of the best burgers in Orlando, the eatery has said its goodbyes. Here’s a closer look at why this cherished spot is shutting down and what it means for the community.

Favorite Florida Burger Place Closed Because Wages and Costs Went Up

What do diabetes and a heart attack have to do with each other?. Not much, you’d probably say. They’re two seemingly unrelated conditions, right?. The human body is more complex than that, and conditions that appear to be unrelated can have connections just below the surface that might surprise you… and that you should be aware of.

The link between diabetes and silent heart attacks

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For more than 160 years, Macy's has been much more than a department store. It's a cornerstone of American shopping, with generations eager to buy everything from back-to-school clothes to holiday gifts. But now it is a surprise that the store has been forced to close, leaving millions to wonder how such a powerful and fast-moving brand could be defeated. Macy's, the US retail giant, now faces a difficult future. Signs of trouble have been showing for several years, including declining traffic, aging stores, and an inability to keep up with a fast-paced retail environment. However, experts say the real story is corporate mismanagement, intense competition, and a lack of innovation.

The Fall of Macy's: Inside the Collapse of America's Largest Merchant

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Medically reviewed by Christine L. Larsen, MDMedically reviewed by Christine L. Larsen, MDDiabetic retinopathy is an eye condition that occurs when high blood sugar levels damage the blood vessels in your retina—the light-sensitive tissue at the back of your eye that helps you to see details in your line of vision.This eye condition affects nearly one-third of people with diabetes and is the leading cause of blindness in adults. Researchers estimate that by the year 2040, 224 million people with diabetes will develop some form of diabetic retinopathy.Symptoms of diabetic retinopathy include having blurry vision and seeing spots or blank...

Diabetic Retinopathy: What To Know

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Hypoglycemia symptoms include having anxiety, emotional instability, dizziness, and lightheadedness. Here's a list with more signs to watch for.

10 Warning Signs of Low Blood Sugar

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Making early changes to your lifestyle or taking medication can help manage blood sugar levels effectively, reducing your risk of long-term health issues. Your blood sugar and A1C levels reflect how effectively your body processes sugar. If your doctor tells you these levels are high, it’s important to act quickly.

What to Do If You Have High Blood Glucose (BG) or A1C During a Routine Doctor’s Visit

Treatment-induced neuropathy of diabetes (TIND) is a rare but potentially painful complication of diabetes caused by high blood sugar and nerve damage. Treatment-induced neuropathy of diabetes (TIND) is a little-known complication of diabetes that may affect up to 10% of individuals with diabetes. This acute condition occurs due to aggressive...

What to Know About Treatment-Induced Neuropathy of Diabetes (TIND)

Diverticulitis and colon cancer share some similar symptoms, risk factors, and diagnostic tests. Research suggests there may be a link between the two conditions, and having diverticulitis may increase the risk of colon cancer. Diverticulitis and colon cancer both involve the colon, which forms part of the large intestine. Colon...

Is there a connection between diverticulitis and colon cancer?

Medically reviewed by Rafle Fernandez, MDMedically reviewed by Rafle Fernandez, MDAn enlarged heart (also known as cardiomegaly) isn't a condition on its own but is often an underlying sign of heart problems. Several conditions like coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, and kidney disease can cause an enlarged heart.Some people with an enlarged heart don't experience symptoms at all, but others may experience symptoms like trouble breathing, a racing heartbeat, and fluid build-up—all of which tend to worsen with physical exertion.  
      What Size Should Your Heart Be?Typically, your heart is about the size...

Signs and Symptoms of an Enlarged Heart (Cardiomegaly)

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Soul food, a favorite from the South, is loved by many Floridians who used to live up North. Florida is home to popular soul food places like Seth's and Happy Soul. Unfortunately, another favorite, Angel's Soul Food in Sanford, has been closed after a state inspection.

Florida soul food restaurant found with debris, "Mold-Like" substance, and raw sewage on the floor

In Internal Medicine, physicians presented the case of a patient with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) with clinical manifestations that included pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). A 67-year-old woman noticed a skin eruption approximately 1 decade ago. A physical examination revealed several café-au-lait spots and neurofibromas; the patient was hence suspected to...

Case Report: PAH Associated With Neurofibromatosis Type 1

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July 2024 Condition Watch: Diabetes

Disparities Contribute to Increasing Rates of Diabetes. The prevalence of diabetes has been increasing worldwide due to the rise in obesity, highlighting the need for prevention...

July 2024 Condition Watch: Diabetes

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