Diane Fennell

New York

Editorial Director at Diabetes Self-management Magazine

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Articles

Berries, Tea, and Chocolate May Help You Age Better, Says New Research

2 weeks ago | diabetesselfmanagement.com | Diane Fennell

Key Points:Flavonoid-rich foods like berries, tea, and leafy greens may help reduce frailty and boost mental health in older women. Eating a wider variety of flavonoid foods is linked to lower risk of death and chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease. Flavonoids offer antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits that support healthy aging. Different flavonoids may target different systems — from brain to blood vessels — making variety especially important.
Low Blood Sugar May Worsen Diabetic Retinopathy, New Study Finds

1 month ago | diabetesselfmanagement.com | Diane Fennell

Key Points:Low blood sugar may contribute to vision loss in diabetic retinopathy. A protein called HIF builds up in the retina during hypoglycemia and may drive disease progression. An experimental drug targeting HIF helped protect the eyes of diabetic mice. Future clinical studies are planned. A closer look at diabetic retinopathyDiabetic retinopathy is a serious complication of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
Semaglutide Shows Promise for Treating Advanced Liver Disease

1 month ago | diabetesselfmanagement.com | Diane Fennell

Key Points:Semaglutide helped improve liver health in about two-thirds of people with MASH, a serious form of fatty liver disease. After 72 weeks of treatment, nearly 63% of people taking semaglutide no longer had signs of liver inflammation, and about 37% had less liver scarring. People in the semaglutide group also lost weight and had better results on blood tests related to liver function.
Diabetes Self-Management Magazine Is Returning — Subscribe Today! - DSM

2 months ago | diabetesselfmanagement.com | Diane Fennell

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news: Diabetes Self-Management magazine is officially coming back in print — and better than ever!Since 1983, Diabetes Self-Management has been a trusted resource for people living with diabetes, offering expert-backed guidance, inspiring real-life strategies, and delicious recipes to help readers live healthier, more empowered lives. After a brief hiatus under previous ownership, we’re proud to relaunch this beloved publication.
Limiting TV Time May Lower Heart Disease Risk, Especially for Those at Risk for Type 2 Diabetes

Mar 28, 2025 | diabetesselfmanagement.com | Diane Fennell

Key Points:Watching one hour or less of TV per day may help lower the risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), even among those with high genetic risk for type 2 diabetes. Spending two or more hours daily in front of the TV was associated with a 12% higher risk of ASCVD, regardless of genetic predisposition.
Metformin May Lower Blood Sugar by Feeding Gut Bacteria, Study Finds

Mar 14, 2025 | diabetesselfmanagement.com | Diane Fennell

Key Points:A new study from Kobe University suggests that metformin, a widely used diabetes drug, helps lower blood sugar by pushing glucose into the gut, where gut bacteria convert it into beneficial compounds. Researchers found that metformin quadruples glucose excretion into the intestines, reducing inflammation and improving insulin response. The findings could explain why metformin is effective in managing type 2 diabetes and may lead to new treatment strategies.
Broccoli Compound May Help Lower Blood Sugar in Prediabetes, Study Finds

Feb 28, 2025 | diabetesselfmanagement.com | Diane Fennell

Key Points:A new study from the University of Gothenburg suggests that a compound in broccoli sprouts, sulforaphane, may help lower fasting blood glucose (sugar) levels in people with prediabetes. Participants who took a sulforaphane supplement for 12 weeks saw greater reductions in blood sugar than those who took a placebo.
Exercise May Boost Brain Health and Reduce Dementia Risk, Rutgers Study Finds

Feb 14, 2025 | diabetesselfmanagement.com | Diane Fennell

Key Points:A new Rutgers study suggests that exercise helps activate brain proteins involved in memory and may lower dementia risk. Physical activity makes the brain more responsive to insulin, which plays a key role in learning, memory, and brain cell communication. Improving how the brain processes insulin could help prevent or slow dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease.
Yo-Yo Dieting Linked to Increased Kidney Disease Risk in Type 1 Diabetes

Feb 7, 2025 | diabetesselfmanagement.com | Diane Fennell

Key PointsA new study finds that body-weight cycling (yo-yo dieting) significantly increases the risk of kidney disease in people with type 1 diabetes. Greater fluctuations in weight were linked to a 25% higher risk of kidney function decline and increased risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Researchers emphasize the importance of long-term weight stability for kidney health in people with type 1 diabetes.
FDA Approves Ozempic to Reduce Kidney Disease Risks in Type 2 Diabetes

Jan 31, 2025 | diabetesselfmanagement.com | Diane Fennell

Key PointsThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Ozempic to reduce the risk of kidney disease worsening, kidney failure, and cardiovascular death in adults with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD). The approval is based on the FLOW trial, which found Ozempic reduced kidney disease progression by 24% and lowered cardiovascular-related deaths by 29%.