Leading the way in the development of a functional cure for type 1 diabetes, Vertex Pharmaceuticals shared exciting progress from its Phase 1/2 clinical trial on the first day of the American Diabetes Association’s 84th annual Scientific Sessions. Quick highlights on 12 current participants in the VX-880 trial: Participants received a single infusion of VX-880. This is a transplant of healthy laboratory-grown islet cells, which include the insulin-producing beta cells which die off in type 1 diabetes. All participants are now producing “endogenous” insulin. Their bodies are once again producing insulin. Seven participants achieved insulin independence by the 180-day mark…
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Growing up, Margaret Reed Roberts felt different from other children. She’d always been an extrovert—very active, expressive, and energetic. But she also silently struggled with retaining information at school, and she dealt with fatigue and low mood as a teenager. “I felt very alone in my overactive, internal world,” says Reed Roberts, 51, a social worker in Cambridge, England, and mother of two. “I felt I was treated differently and sometimes felt very misunderstood.” About five years ago, Reed Roberts entered perimenopause and faced a whole host of symptoms, including hot flashes, migraines, and sore breasts. At the same time,…
Medically reviewed by Anna Goldman, MD. You probably already know your brain struggles to think clearly during low or high blood glucose levels, but the impact of diabetes on your brain can be more significant than momentary fogginess. A new study has confirmed the link: Blood glucose fluctuations in people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) affect how quickly the brain functions and processes information. In other words, when your blood glucose levels are high or low, your brain isn’t going to operate as quickly. But there are long-term concerns, too. Over time, both high and low blood glucose levels can decrease…
With the Well+Good SHOP, our editors put their years of know-how to work in order to pick products (from skin care to self care and beyond) they’re betting you’ll love. While our editors independently select these products, making a purchase through our links may earn Well+Good a commission. Happy shopping! Explore the SHOP Collagen, the most abundant protein in our bodies, plays a crucial role in maintaining skin elasticity, joint health, and the overall structure of our connective tissues. As we age, our natural collagen production begins to decline, leading to common culprits like wrinkles, hair breakage, and joint stiffness.…
With the Well+Good SHOP, our editors put their years of know-how to work in order to pick products (from skin care to self care and beyond) they’re betting you’ll love. While our editors independently select these products, making a purchase through our links may earn Well+Good a commission. Happy shopping! Explore the SHOP When you’re living in a smaller apartment, counter space is limited (IYKYK). That means you have to get creative with appliances—but if you’re anything like me, you still want them to look aesthetically pleasing in your space. For me and my three roommates, coffee is a staple…
Yoga is truly for every body. But doing yoga the “right” way, with an emphasis on proper breathing, alignment, and form, can help ensure you reap yoga’s benefits while keeping your body safe. “Alignment is very important,” says BODi’s Yoga52 instructor Micki Duran. “Yoga poses should help strengthen the body, not cause injury.” The proper yoga forms you see demonstrated in classic yogic texts and in programs like Yoga52 and Beachbody Yoga Studio were developed for reasons that go far beyond the aesthetic. “Even though the classical pose (and alignment) may be harder to do, that’s where you are safest,” says Dr.…
Put a finger down for every time you’ve finished munching on a snack and felt unsatisfied. Maybe you were still hungry or didn’t feel that extra energy kick, or just felt like the snack didn’t hit the spot. Have one (or multiple!) fingers down? Figuring out a snack that fits all of those needs can be tricky—and that’s when the “big three” nutrients come in because snacks with carbs, protein, and fat are more likely to tick all of those boxes. Each of those nutrients supports your body differently. Fats help you store energy, make hormones, and absorb vitamins, to…
Performing exercises to tone leg muscles every day helps build strength, speed, and stability in the lower body. Here are 9 effective exercises you can try.If excess fat tends to get accumulated around your thighs or legs, it may be time to focus on leg exercises that can help tone your leg muscles. Leg workouts, which include exercises such as high knees, squats and lunges, not only focus on toning leg muscles but also help burn fat and build strength in your lower body. When practiced regularly, these exercises can give you sleeker thighs, stronger calves, or better fitness performance.…
Dietitians will be the first to speak to the importance of eating a nourishing breakfast. In fact, many of them go as far as to say that it’s the most important meal of the day. That said, Samantha Cassetty, RD, a registered dietitian, nutrition and wellness expert, and co-author of Sugar Shock, argues that a well-balanced breakfast isn’t complete without a few heart-healthy ingredients. Ahead the nutrition expert shares the secret recipe for a heart-healthy breakfast and a peek into her morning routine for optimal cardiovascular health. So, who’s hungry? What’s the secret recipe for a heart-healthy breakfast? Cassetty says…
The right pair of shoes can enhance your performance and training experience. So, discover the best workout shoes for women.An active lifestyle requires a good workout routine, including a variety of activities like running, strength training, high-intensity interval training and yoga. When it comes to achieving the benefits of working effectively, there are a few things that play an important role. One of them is to have the right pair of shoes. Whether you are into HIIT or just starting your fitness journey, having a pair of the best workout shoes can elevate your performance.They can improve your grip, provide…
Front seat, windows down, snacking on cherries. Juicy rivers running down your chin. Trips to the strawberry field (possibly with messy toddlers in tow). Nothing says summer quite like fresh fruit. So what better way to take on your flow of backyard potlucks and impromptu happy hours than with a fresh batch of fruit-forward recipes? Registered dietitian Amy Shapiro, MS, RD, keeps her fruit drawer stocked all season for quintessential summer taste *and* overall health benefits. “Fruit provides essential nutrients such as vitamin C, potassium, and fiber,” she says, “and the fiber in fruit slows the absorption of sugar, which…
International Yoga Day 2024: Shilpa Shetty Kundra, Malaika Arora and Rakul Preet Singh among others shared their thoughts on the benefits of yoga in their life.Yoga can be a transformative experience for the mind, body and soul. This ancient practice has been increasingly adopted by celebrities and the common man alike to bring a sense of calm and balance in their life. On International Yoga Day, a slew of Indian entertainment celebrities who swear by this wellness practice, shared how yoga empowers them, and motivated others to introduce the power of yoga into their lives.From Shilpa Shetty Kundra, Malaika Arora…