Economic Survey 2025–26 flags rising obesity, diabetes and digital addiction in India
Published on : Feb 17, 2026Rising obesity, diabetes, mental health problems and digital addiction are...
: Sakshi Srivastava
FACT CHECK: Does applying ghee on roti lower the risk of diabetes?
Published on : Feb 10, 2026CLAIM: Eating roti with ghee prevents blood sugar spikes and...
: Sakshi Srivastava
India bears the world’s second-highest economic burden of diabetes; Why it matters | Explained
Published on : Feb 4, 2026India faces the second-highest economic burden due to diabetes, estimated...
: Sakshi Srivastava
FACT CHECK: Are bleeding gums linked to heart disease and diabetes?
Published on : Jan 14, 2026CLAIM: Bleeding gums are not just a dental issue but...
: Sakshi Srivastava
FACT CHECK: Can sweet potatoes help manage cholesterol, diabetes, and constipation?
Published on : Jan 5, 2026CLAIM: Sweet potatoes are rich in fibre, antioxidants, and beta-carotene, which...
: Sakshi Srivastava
Can ozempic LOWER epilepsy risk? New study finds surprising link in diabetes patients
Published on : Jan 1, 2026A new study published in Neurology, the medical journal of the American...
: Sakshi Srivastava
World Diabetes Day: Why the health crisis is rising among young Indian adults
Published on : Nov 18, 2025Diabetes continues to be a growing concern for the world,...
: Sakshi Srivastava
Fact Check: Can jackfruit really ‘heal’ diabetes, thyroid, and hormonal issues? Experts weigh in
Published on : Nov 2, 2025CLAIM: Jackfruit is a 'miracle vegetable' that can heal diabetes,...
: Sakshi Srivastava
FACT CHECK: Is jaggery safe for diabetics and weight loss?
Published on : Oct 30, 2025CLAIM: Jaggery and sugar are nearly identical in composition, with...
: Sakshi Srivastava
What’s on your plate? Study links Indian diet to diabetes and obesity
Published on : Oct 8, 2025In a comprehensive nationwide study, the Indian Council of Medical...
: Sakshi Srivastava
IIT study reveals collagen’s hidden role in worsening type 2 diabetes; should we be worried?
Published on : Aug 21, 2025Collagen, the most abundant protein in the human body, may...
: Sneha Richhariya
Type 2 diabetes may lead to debt, bankruptcy, foreclosure: Study
Published on : Jul 29, 2025Chronic illnesses don’t only badly affect your health, they can...
: First Check Team
Barbie gets real: New doll with Type 1 diabetes wins hearts
Published on : Jul 11, 2025Mattel, an American multinational toy manufacturing and entertainment company, recently...
: Sneha Richhariya
FACT CHECK: Can scientists reverse type 2 diabetes by silencing specific brain neurons?
Published on : Jul 3, 2025CLAIM: Scientists have reversed type 2 diabetes by silencing...
: Sneha Richhariya
FACT CHECK: Can nicotine really dissolve brain tumors in 72 Hours?
Published on : Apr 22, 2025CLAIM Nicotine infusions can cure glioblastoma tumors, type 1 diabetes,...
: Allen Joe Mathew
Millions may have this overlooked form of diabetes. It now has a name
Published on : Apr 18, 2025A new type of diabetes, defying the symptoms and characteristics...
: Sneha Richhariya
Diabetes, hypertension leading causes of kidney disease in India: Dr Vijay Kher
Published on : Mar 26, 2025Diabetes and hypertension are the leading causes of kidney disease...
: Allen Joe Mathew
Merilog, first FDA-approved rapid-acting insulin biosimilar for diabetes
Published on : Mar 19, 2025With the FDA approval of Merilog in February, the number...
: First Check Team
Fact-Check: The truth about ginger’s health benefits and cancer risk
Published on : Jan 13, 2025CLAIM: Ginger is a powerful metabolism booster that helps reduce...
: Sneha Richhariya
FACT CHECK: Amla is ayurveda’s most powerful medicine against diabetes
Published on : Jan 3, 2025CLAIM: Amla (Indian Gooseberry) is Ayurveda’s most powerful medicine against...
: Pallav Vyas
STUDY: Quarter of world’s 828 million diabetes patients now in India
Published on : Nov 14, 2024India is now home to over a quarter of the...
: First Check Team
Early-life sugar restriction can protect against diabetes and hypertension later in life
Published on : Nov 5, 2024Reducing sugar intake during the first 1,000 days after...
: First Check Team
FACT CHECK: Are diabetics safe from eye sight loss if they control their blood sugar levels?
Published on : Oct 17, 2024CLAIM: Diabetes does not affect one's eyes, as long...
: Allen Joe Mathew
FACT CHECK: Slow chewing of food helps lower blood sugar spikes
Published on : Sep 28, 2024CLAIM Slow Chewing of food can be a game changer...
: Pallav Vyas
Will losing weight help all pre-diabetic patients? Here’s what a new study says
Published on : Sep 5, 2024While losing weight may help many pre-diabetics manage their condition,...
: Allen Joe Mathew
5:2 intermittent fasting effective for managing early type 2 diabetes: Study
Published on : Jul 15, 2024Overweight or obese Chinese adults with early type 2 diabetes...
: First Check Team
Early intervention in gestational diabetes key to better health: Study
Published on : Jun 21, 2024The latest Lancet Series calls for the urgent need to...
: First Check Team
Higher intake of ultra-processed foods associated with higher mortality: Study
Published on : Jun 6, 2024Ready-to-eat products based on meat, poultry, and seafood present the...
: Florica Brahma
Fact-check: The effect of alcohol on blood glucose levels
Published on : May 20, 2024While alcohol can affect blood sugar levels, as claimed in...
: Allen Joe Mathew
17 steps to combat obesity and diabetes: ICMR-NIN
Published on : May 20, 2024Intake of cereals should be limited to 45 per cent...
: First Check Team
Fact-check: Ads promote bogus diabetes cure on Indian news websites
Published on : Apr 22, 2024They endorse a dubious dietary supplement and unverified drug for...
: Allen Joe Mathew
Ultra-processed foods impact physical & mental health: Study
Published on : Mar 7, 2024Researchers find strong association between consumption of ultra-processed foods and...
: Vani Singh
Fact-check: Eggs, fruits, oats are not unhealthy breakfast
Published on : Feb 7, 2024There isn’t much nutritional value to white bread though. A...
: Florica Brahma
World Diabetes Day 2023: Cut down on air pollution to reduce blood sugar levels
Published on : Nov 14, 2023About one-fifth of the global burden of type 2 diabetes...
: Florica Brahma
Fact-check: It’s time to rethink diabetes myths
Published on : Jul 11, 2023Dr Maulik Patel, First Check member and consultant physician from...
: Aliya Zainab
Fact-check: Eating sugar doesn’t cause diabetes
Published on : Feb 1, 2023Scientific evidence shows that the link between sugar and diabetes...
: Toibah Kirmani
Bitter gourd juice cannot cure diabetes
Published on : Oct 13, 2021Contrary to what viral YouTube videos claim, studies show that...