Lindsay Curtis is a health & medical writer in South Florida. She worked as a communications professional for health nonprofits and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of ...

When HbA1c levels raise, many see it as a warning sign solely for diabetes. However, HbA1c isn’t a single reading, it shows the average blood sugar level over the past two to three months. When these ...

Insulin is one of the most essential hormones in your body. You can think of it as a “key” that unlocks the doors to your cells. When you eat food, your body turns it into energy (sugar). Insulin ...

According to new research, people with prediabetes who lower blood sugar to normal levels cut their heart disease risk in half. New research on people with prediabetes investigated whether bringing ...

Medical science can typically provide a clear explanation of the intricacies of the human body. However, there are times when ...