pre-diabetes

New imaging technique reveals fatty hearts in pre-diabetics

harminka — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 01:05:38 -0500

A simple imaging technique developed by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers has revealed fat buildup in the hearts of pre-diabetic people long before symptoms of heart disease or diabetes appear.

Early Indicator of Kidney Disease May Predict Risk of Pre-Diabetes

harminka — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 07:48:55 -0500

A blood component called cystatin C, used to test for early-stage kidney impairment, also may be a very early marker for those at risk of developing a condition known as pre-diabetes, a study conducted by researchers at the University at Buffalo has shown.

Tart cherries may alter heart/diabetes factors

harminka — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 12:10:56 -0500

Tart cherries may be good for more than just making pie, according to new data from an animal study conducted by University of Michigan Health System researchers and presented today at a major scientific meeting.

Periodontal diseases may aggravate pre-diabetic characteristics

harminka — Wed, 14 Mar 2007 07:10:55 -0500