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Deaths from diabetes have been steadily rising around the world for the last decade, according to the World Bank.
Researchers are voicing concern over a recent study that warned of the dangers of a low carb diet -- a study done in nine mice. And a widely cited and discussed paper from Nature on dietary emulsifiers and mice got a correction recently for some inaccurate data. (Retraction Watch)
A patient with diabetes presents with no HbA1c. What do you do? The American Association for Clinical Chemistry will be discussing the case on June 20.
A transgender dad shared his path to pregnancy in a new book. (The Star)
Ever seen a fat fox? Mike Gibney, PhD, asks that question in his new book exploring why humans are the only species (except for domesticated animals) that develop obesity.
Andrew Stokes, PhD, wrote that when analyzing weight and health, history of weight is important (Weighty Matters).
Did you know that Canada's food guide features chocolate milk and pudding? Vox looks at the best and worst guides from around the world.
On Tuesday a San Francisco judge shut down industry's attempt to stop the city from issuing warning labels on soda cans and bottles. The city "has a legitimate interest in public health and safety' and there is a "reasonable basis' for the labels, said the judge.
Here's what would happen if meat-eaters acted like vegans, via Ultra Spiritual Life.
The conversation around obesity needs to change, writes New York Magazine, to reflect that obesity is a medical condition and that better health is the ultimate goal.
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