What World War II rationing tells us about type 2 diabetes
A study of postwar food rationing suggests that restricting exposure to sugar in early life staves off adult development of type 2 diabetes and hypertension,…
Tag: Nutrition
Nutrition experts warn of risks from maternal overreliance on multivitamins
They say there are widespread gaps on the safety of these and other supplements
Meat as medicine for hidradenitis suppurativa
June, a 40-year-old public servant, presents as a new patient for a checkup. Her main concern is that she has been eating an almost carnivore…
Dog food, valium and a V8: My night shift in the ‘badlands’ of Adelaide
As part of AusDoc’s 40th anniversary, we have been publishing stories by readers about their most memorable day as a doctor. This account, by Dr Ralph…
Scaly lesions triggered by malnutrition in rare Australian case
Malnutrition is a rare occurrence in developed countries, but Australian doctors have described a local case of phrynoderma in an elderly man who presented with…
A lesson in mealtime carb counting for type 1 diabetes
Josh is a 26-year-old accountant diagnosed with type 1 diabetes six months ago after presenting to hospital with diabetic ketoacidosis. Josh has no other known…
Weight-loss success with VLED
Susie is a 61-year-old office worker who is referred to a dietitian for weight-loss advice. Susie’s weight is 124kg and BMI is 49kg/m2. She has…
Clinical podcast: Nutrition scientist chews over best and worst protein sources
Dr Emma Beckett takes deep dive into the world of dietary protein and its effects on health
Why fasting during Ramadan is safe for most patients with diabetes
Most patients with diabetes should be able to fast safely during Ramadan, says an endocrinologist leading a novel Ramadan preparation clinic. The clinic, managed by…
Eggs: Healthy or risky? A review of the evidence
Long vilified for their high cholesterol, eggs have made a comeback amid shifting advice
