September 2015 Metabolic Disease Related News from our Partners at Consultant 360

Could Acetaminophen Cause Falsely Elevated Glucose Readings?

Recent research examined whether acetaminophen could artificially raise continuous glucose monitor readings in patients with type 1 diabetes.

http://www.consultant360.com/exclusives/could-acetaminophen-cause-falsely-elevated-glucose-readings

Low Fat Vs Low Carb: Which is Better For Weight Loss?

A recent study compared the effects of low-fat and low-carbohydrate diets on body fat loss.

http://www.consultant360.com/exclusives/low-fat-vs-low-carb-which-better-weight-loss

FDA: Temporary Balloon Device Effectively Treats Obesity

The FDA has approved a new balloon device for the treatment of obesity without invasive surgery.

http://www.consultant360.com/exclusives/fda-temporary-balloon-device-effectively-treats-obesity

High Salt Intake Can Predict Future Hypertension

A recent study compared the effects of long-term high and low dietary salt consumption on the risk of developing hypertension.

http://www.consultant360.com/exclusives/high-salt-intake-can-predict-future-hypertension

Could Antibiotics Increase Risk of Developing Diabetes?

A new study investigated whether exposure to antibiotics increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

http://www.consultant360.com/exclusives/could-antibiotics-increase-risk-developing-diabetes