Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that is vital to regulate blood sugar (glucose) levels. Its primary purpose is to allow cells to absorb glucose from the bloodstream, providing energy for ...

The first detailed explanation of why people with obesity and Type 2 diabetes are at an increased risk of pancreatic cancer has been published. The research demonstrates that excessive insulin levels ...

Lindsay Modglin is a nurse and professional writer who regularly writes about complex medical topics, as well as travel and the great outdoors. She holds a professional certificate in scientific ...

If you've ever paid attention to food labels, you've likely noticed that many ingredients, such as high fructose corn syrup, end with the suffix "ose." This is because this suffix is one way ...

Sitting next to a window may help people with type 2 diabetes control their insulin levels, according to new research. The study, published in Cell Metabolism, found that exposure to natural light — ...

People with type I diabetes have to inject themselves multiple times a day with manufactured insulin to maintain healthy levels of the hormone, as their bodies do not naturally produce enough. The ...

A new study from researchers at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Medicine reveals a direct link between high insulin levels, common among patients with obesity and Type 2 diabetes, and ...