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Lifestyle interventions and type 1 diabetes

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Hybrid insulin regimen may address type 1 diabetes exercise issues

A proof-of-concept study indicates that taking some basal insulin as a single injection of degludec improves glucose control during and after exercise in people with type 1 diabetes who prefer to remove their insulin pump while exercising.

Expert opinion editorial

Nutrition therapy for diabetes: A marathon, not a sprint

What's new in the 2019 update to the ADA guidelines on nutrition therapy for adults with diabetes or prediabetes? Diabetes Educator Amy Hess Fischl explains [read more].

Get more on:  Diet and nutritional management

Expert opinion editorial

Tackling clinical inertia: The role of patient engagement

Carmen Soto and David Strain provide their insights on clinical inertia in diabetes care and present the co-production model of open communication as an innovative means to address this widespread clinical issue [read more].

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Study suggests benefits of very low carbohydrate intake in type 1 diabetes

A study of type 1 diabetes patients voluntarily following a very-low-carbohydrate diet suggests that the approach could help to achieve excellent control of blood glucose levels.

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Mini-dose glucagon could help prevent exercise-induced hypoglycemia

Modestly increasing glucagon levels when commencing physical activity could be an effective strategy for preventing exercise-induced hypoglycemia among patients with type 1 diabetes, results of a randomized crossover trial suggest.

Journal article

Telemedicine in complex diabetes management

This review explores the landscape of telemedicine approaches and evidence for incorporation into general practice [read more].
McDonnell ME. Curr Diab Rep 2018; 18: 42. doi: 10.1007/s11892-018-1015-3

Get more on: Devices and technology | Type 1 diabetes | Type 2 diabetes

Expert opinion editorial

UK nutrition guidelines for the prevention and management of diabetes: An update for primary care

Advisory Board member and guideline co-author, Pamela Dyson underlines the key features for healthcare professionals working in diabetes education, diabetes management, type 2 diabetes prevention, and cardiovascular risk reduction [read more].

Get more on: Type 2 diabetes | Diabetes preventionDiet and nutritional management | Cardiovascular disease

Expert opinion: Podcast

UK nutrition guidelines: A fresh approach

Board members Pamela Dyson and John Wilding talk about the fresh approach taken to the latest update of the Diabetes UK nutrition guidelines [listen to the podcast 9:43].

Get more on: Type 2 diabetes | Obesity | Diabetes preventionDiet and nutritional management 

Ask the expert

What are the current recommendations for managing high blood pressure in diabetes patients?

Editorial Board member Jay Shubrook and lead author on the American Diabetes Association’s (ADA) 2017 Position Statement on diabetes and hypertension, Ian de Boer, summarize key updates to the recommendations for practitioners in the United States [watch the video 11:32].

Get more on: Type 1 diabetes | Type 2 diabetes | Cardiovascular disease | Guidelines

Practical approach

Practical approaches to diagnosing, treating, and preventing hypoglycemia in diabetes

Using a patient-centered care approach, the authors detail how to work in partnership with a patient to prevent hypoglycemia through evidence-based management of the disease and appropriate education [read more].
Evans Kreider K, Pereira K, Padilla BI. Diabetes Ther 2017; 8: 1427–1435. doi: 10.1007/s13300-017-0325-9

Get more on: Diabetic complications | Type 1 diabetes | Type 2 diabetes

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14-02-2023 | Obesity | News

Obesity as prevalent in type 1 diabetes as general US population

There is a “substantial” burden of overweight and obesity among people with type 1 diabetes, say US researchers who found rates to be in line with that of the general population.

28-10-2022 | Physical activity | News

Exercise type may determine size of glucose reductions

Blood glucose falls further when people with type 1 diabetes run than when they cycle, show the findings of a systematic review and meta-analysis.

22-09-2022 | EASD 2022 | Conference coverage | News

High-intensity exercise may be beneficial for people with impaired hypoglycemia awareness

Findings from the HIT4HYPOS trial suggest that a high-intensity exercise program may improve hormonal and symptomatic responses to hypoglycemia among people with type 1 diabetes and impaired awareness of hypoglycemia.

Themed collections

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07-06-2017 | Psychosocial care | Themed collection | Collection

Psychosocial care in diabetes

This content collection summarizes recent publications dealing with various aspects of psychosocial care in patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

This collection has been developed on behalf of Diabetes UK

Journal articles and book chapters

18-08-2018 | Bone health | Review | Article

Lifestyle management of diabetes: implications for the bone-vascular axis

Pieralice S et al. Curr Diab Rep 2018; 18: 84. doi: 10.1007/s11892-018-1060-y

16-08-2018 | Physical activity | Article

Aerobic as well as resistance exercises are good for patients with type 1 diabetes

Wróbel M et al. Diabetes Res Clin Prac 2018; 144: 93–101. doi: 10.1016/j.diabres.2018.08.008

26-06-2018 | Devices and technology | Review | Article

Technology in the management of type 1 diabetes mellitus: Current status and future prospects

Tauschmann M Hovorka R. Nat Rev Rheumatol 2018. doi: 10.1038/s41574-018-0044-y

23-06-2018 | Pregnancy | Review | Article

Intensive glycemic treatment during type 1 diabetes pregnancy: A story of (mostly) sweet success!

Murphy HR. Diabetes Care 2018. doi: 10.2337/dci18-0001

Guidelines

Guidelines

A convenient single access point, providing diabetes professionals with links to a comprehensive set of clinical practice guidelines from a wide range of relevant organizations.

Downloadable slides

Slides

Downloadable PowerPoint slide sets containing a variety of high-quality images and illustrations from Springer Nature’s library of published figures.

In practice

Practice tips

Practical information, guidance, and helpful resources for diabetes healthcare providers. Comprised of practical approaches, case studies, and more.

Themed collections

Themed collections

Compendia of selected, recently published, free full-text journal and book content from Springer Nature and other publishers on a particular topic within diabetes management, as recommended by our Editorial Board.

Independent Medical Education

Independent Medical Education

Educational programs building upon the most current research and professional practice recommendations, with the aim of enabling more efficient diagnosis, optimizing treatment, and improving patient outcomes.