Metformin could help slow the progression of age-related macular degeneration in people with diabetes.
A recent study suggests that metformin, a widely prescribed medication for type 2 diabetes, may help slow age-related vision decline. The research found that diabetics aged 55 and older who used metformin were 37% less likely to develop intermediate age-related macular degeneration (AMD) over a five-year span compared to those who did not. Conducted by […]
Diabetes medication metformin might reduce important advantages of exercise, research suggests.
A recent study suggests that commonly prescribed diabetes medications, like metformin, might diminish some of the key advantages gained from exercise. Researchers at Rutgers University discovered that adults taking metformin while exercising exhibited only minor enhancements in blood sugar levels, blood vessel health, and overall fitness. This was particularly noticeable when compared to those who […]