A 26-week trial reveals that metformin, long viewed as a promising add-on therapy, lowers insulin needs but leaves tissue-level insulin resistance unchanged. Study: Effect of metformin on insulin ...

A comprehensive study presented at the Endocrine Society’s ENDO 24 annual meeting has revolutionized understanding of diabetes management during pregnancy. Following 10,117 mother-child pairs for up ...

Medically reviewed by Jane Kim, MD Key Takeaways Metformin is the first choice medicine for type 2 diabetes. Meglitinides can ...

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Insulin resistance means your body must release more insulin than usual to manage blood sugar. Diabetes happens when blood sugar rises because insulin is not enough. Insulin resistance raises your ...

When it comes to weight loss, there are a number of tried and true lifestyle changes you can make to help you along the way. But sometimes, those extra pounds are as stubborn as a toddler who doesn’t ...

Managing type 2 diabetes typically involves eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly and taking medications such as metformin if necessary to keep your blood sugar levels balanced. But if you’re ...