Intermittent Fasting and the One Meal a Day (OMAD) Diet

Dr. Holly Lofton discusses intermittent fasting and the OMAD diet on Fox News. The diet involves eating all daily calories in one meal after 23 hours of fasting. Experts say it can benefit weight loss and type 2 diabetes. However, caution is advised for those with eating disorders or hypoglycemia.

Dark Chocolate and Type 2 Diabetes Risk

Eating dark chocolate has been associated with a reduced risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, but it's not a magic bullet for prevention. Consuming at least five servings of dark chocolate per week was linked to a 21% lower risk of Type 2 diabetes compared to consuming it less frequently. Dark chocolate contains more cocoa, which may be key to its health benefits.

Link Between Voice Pitch and Blood Sugar Levels

A new study suggests that blood sugar levels may be detected by analyzing the pitch of a person's voice. This discovery could lead to non-invasive methods of monitoring blood sugar levels in the future.

Link Between Meat Consumption and Type 2 Diabetes Risk

Eating meat, especially processed and red meat, increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The disease affects over 500 million people worldwide and is linked to factors like aging and rising body weight. Drugmakers have invested in treatments, but there is currently no cure. Physical exercise and better nutrition are recommended for prevention.

Semaglutide Medications and Benefits

Fox News medical contributor discusses the benefits of semaglutide medications like Ozempic in reducing the risk of kidney failure and death among people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Study shows positive outcomes in cardiovascular health as well. Novo Nordisk announces positive results from trial.

Genetic Variants and Cancer Risk in Type 2 Diabetes Patients

Study suggests genetic variants behind type 2 diabetes could increase risk of breast, bowel, and pancreatic cancer. Identifying specific genetic variants could potentially save thousands of lives by helping to predict, prevent, and treat cases of cancer.