July News Roundup  

Each month, we round up diabetes-related news and insights from trusted sources to provide you with ideas, tips, education and more to help you live your best life.   

Here’s the latest!  

Healthy Diet May Lower Glucose Levels, Cut Diabetes Risk Regardless of Genetics 

Medical News Today 

“A new study found that a healthy diet may produce lower blood glucose levels and reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in men regardless of any genetic predisposition to the condition.” Read more.  

The 5 Best Antioxidant-Rich Drinks for Diabetes, Recommended by Certified Diabetes Educators 

Eating Well 

“One area of nutrition that often is overlooked when it comes to diabetes management is what to drink. While it may seem like the easy choice to opt for water, it’s not necessarily the only one.” Read more.  

Changes to Gut Microbiome May Increase Type 2 Diabetes Risk

Harvard Medical School 

“The composition of the gut microbiome may affect the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes, according to the largest and most ethnically and geographically comprehensive study of its kind to date.” Read more. 

General Practitioner with Diabetes Sends Message After Hill Race Win 

BBC 

“Facing stormy weather conditions, Chris Cope, managed just 70 minutes of sleep during his race time of 79 hours and 10 minutes, noting ‘It is often felt that diabetes stops you from achieving your goals but this is no longer the case.’” Read more.