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Diabetic Sudden Weight Loss

Obesity surgery may cut cancer risk

October 03, 2008
Weight-loss surgery has been tied to a reduction in the risk of diabetes, and a new study suggests it may also help prevent cancer. Though researchers don't know what causes the link, the study found that the surgery may reduce the risk of some cancers by up to 80 percent. In this report from ABC News, one reporter talks to doctors, researchers, and patients about the benefits and drawbacks that weight-loss surgery may present. Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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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

...between 35 and 40 combined with health problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high... Read more »

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Let's focus on goals
By The HealthGal , Health Expert

...be as little as five pounds or it can be serious diabetes and heart disease coupled with an... Read more »

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MSG and Obesity - Plus Diabetes and What Even Temporary Weight Loss Means
By The HealthGal , Health Expert

...closely??   On another front, if you are diagnosed with diabetes type 2 and you immediately... Read more »

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ADA Endorses Low-Carb for Weight Loss
By David Mendosa , Health Expert

...advocates are already jumping all over the American Diabetes Association for the new "Nutrition... Read more »

Health Guide

Weight Loss Medications, Medicines & Products
...43% lost less than 5%. Nevertheless, orlistat may delay or even prevent the onset or progression of diabetes and improve cholesterol levels, regardless of weight loss.The drug can cause... Read more »
Diabetic Women Can Reduce Their Risk of Urinary Incontinence
Lifestyle Intervention Is Associated With Lower Prevalence of Urinary Incontinence The Diabetes Prevention Program Jeanette S. Brown, MD, Rena Wing, PHD, Elizabeth Barrett-Connor, MD, Leroy M.... 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 »
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 »
The Risk of Neuropathy for Diabetics
...hepatitis, Lyme disease, lupus, or rheumatoid arthritis. High blood glucose levels characteristic of diabetes are a main cause of neuropathy. About 60–70% of people who have diabetes have mild... Read more »

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

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...medication with others. It is recommended you attend a diabetes education program to understand... Read more »

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...products you may use, especially of: amantadine diabetes medications (e.g., glipizide,... Read more »

Related News

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
November 28, 2008

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

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 »

Psoriasis and Obesity
December 24, 2008

(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Patients with psoriasis may have higher levels of an obesity-related hormone. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that results... Read summary »