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Exploding the 'Diabetes Diet' Myth

Week of January 4

In This Issue:

. What Does Diabetes Do to Your Brain?

. 5 Diabetes Complications: How to Avoid Them

. Is It Kidney Disease?

Today's Top Story

Exploding the

'Diabetes Diet' Myth

There's really no such thing as a diabetes diet, experts say.

A healthy diet is important whether or not you have diabetes.

Also See:

. How to Fit Fitness Into Your Day

. The 30-Minute Workout

. 4 Ways to Fix Wrinkles Without Surgery

Health News & Features

What Does Diabetes Do to Your Brain?

A new study shows that even mild type 2 diabetes that is kept under

control can slow brain function.

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. High Blood Sugar Linked to Memory Loss

. Surgery May Halt Diabetes in Teens

. Give Your Resolutions a Rest

Editor's Picks

5 Diabetes Complications: How to Avoid Them

Are you doing all you can to protect yourself from complications

that arise with onset of diabetes?

Also See:

. 5 Ways to Prevent Diabetes Dental Problems

. Can Grapes Crush Hypertension?

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. Bathroom Germs You Can Really Catch

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Is It Kidney Disease?

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