Toking up may help marijuana users to stay slim and lower their risk of developing diabetes, according to the latest study, which suggests that cannabis compounds may help in controlling blood sugar.

BY RINA SHAIKH-LESKO - Ethnic background plays a surprisingly large role in how diabetes develops on a cellular level, according to two new studies led by researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine.

Some drugs taken to protect the heart may increase the risk of developing Type-2 diabetes, according to researchers in Canada.

Title: Fish Oil Pills Might Cut Diabetes Risk, Researchers SayCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/22/2013 2:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 5/23/2013 12:00:00 AM

Some popular brands associated with high blood sugar levels in study, but odds of problems are low