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Friday, October, 23, 2009

Can Type 2 Diabetes Be Cured With Weight Loss

Q&A: Does Byetta help people with Type 2 diabetes lose weight?

October 02, 2008
A reader asks doctors at the Mayo Clinic if there is a medication for Type 2 diabetes that also helps with weight loss. Dr. Maria Collazo-Clavell responds with detailed information about Byetta, an injectable medicine that has been found to help some patients with Type 2 diabetes lose weight. Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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The Times on Type 2 Diabetes: Part I
By Gretchen Becker , Health Expert

The Times on Type 2 Diabetes Part 1 of 2 Blaming the Patient Well it's about time!  ... Read more »

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Will diabetes be cured in the 21st century?
By Dr. Bill Quick , Health Expert

...have to differentiate our guesses for type 1 vs. type 2 diabetes. Cure, to me, would be a... Read more »

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Media hype (again)
By Dr. Bill Quick , Health Expert

...Two people notified me today about a press release, Type 2 diabetes may be caused by intestinal... Read more »

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Diabetes Health in 2008, Tip 4: Slow Down...What's Your Hurry?
By Heather Reese , Health Expert

...you to keep your New Year's Resolutions by giving a diet and fitness tip of the day from our... Read more »

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Bariatric Surgery: Is it for you?
By Patrika Tsai , Health Expert

...enough, others are turning to surgery to lose weight. Weight loss surgery or bariatric surgery... Read more »

Health Guide

Questions about Diabetes and Nutrition
I have a family history of Type 2 Diabetes, if I reduce my sugar intake will I reduce my chances of getting the disease? If you have not been diagnosed with Diabetes than your body is making... Read more »
Diabetes Diagnosis Advice -- dealing with a diabetes diagnosis
Sorry to hear that you have joined us! Type 2 diabetes is a lot to live with, but it is really manageable! And if you are depressed, I can understand. Being depressed is pretty common with us,... Read more »
Diabetes Diet: Weight Control for Type 2 Diabetes
Weight Control for Type 2 DiabetesThe American Diabetes Association recommends that patients aim for a small but consistent weight loss of 1 to 2 pounds per week. Most patients should follow a diet... Read more »
Weight Loss Medications, Medicines & Products
...lipid, and glucose levels regardless of food intake. It could be particularly helpful for people with type 2 diabetes. Early study results found that severely obese patient who took the drug lose... Read more »
Diabetic Women Can Reduce Their Risk of Urinary Incontinence
...dppmail@biostat.bsc.gwu.edu OBJECTIVE—Diabetes is associated with increased urinary incontinence risk. Weight loss improves incontinence, but exercise may worsen this condition. We examined... Read more »

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Weight loss and obesity

Learn about the many benefits of losing excess weight.... Read more »

Medications

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...hours before or after orlistat. You should see some weight loss within 2 weeks after you start... Read more »

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...hours before or after orlistat. You should see some weight loss within 2 weeks after you start... Read more »

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...diet changes, exercise, decreasing alcohol intake, weight loss if overweight, and controlling... Read more »

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...of its treatment including meals/diet, exercise, weight loss, personal hygiene, medications and... Read more »

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...caffeine and other stimulants, such as those found in weight loss and cold/sinus medications,... Read more »

Related News

Immediate Weight Loss Key for Diabetics
August 25, 2008

(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Weight loss is important for the millions of Americans who have type 2 diabetes. But a new study finds weight loss right after... Read summary »

The Write Way To Lose Weight
July 17, 2008

(Ivanhoe Newswire) Is the pen mightier than the spoon? One new study indicates when it comes to losing weight it's a very effective tool. According... Read summary »

Low-Carb Gets Results
August 04, 2008

(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- When it comes to weight-loss diets, one size does not fit all. A two-year trial comparing three diets suggests different... Read summary »

Weight Loss Surgery for Two
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(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Undergoing bariatric weight loss surgery before becoming pregnant may be the healthiest decision for both mother and baby.... Read summary »

Asian Exercise for Diabetes
June 10, 2008

(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The ancient Chinese martial art, Tai Chi, involves slow, controlled poses, relaxation and deep breathing. Now, patients with... Read summary »