This week's issue of Diabetes Self-Management E-News brings you the latest information about the safety of Type 2 diabetes drug Avandia as well as its rival, Actos. New studies have assessed how these two drugs affect the heart—see the "In the News" section for more details.

Meanwhile, on The Diabetes Self-Management Blog, David Spero takes a stance on low-carb diets and the American Diabetes Association's (ADA) dietary recommendations. You can let your voice be heard in this important debate by leaving a comment at the end of the blog entry. Other issues discussed on the blog this week that could use your input are expensive "super fruits," strenuous exercise, and the artificial pancreas.

And keep an eye out for our new design on DiabetesSelfManagement.com, which should be up early next week.

Best,
Tara Dairman
Web Editor

Here’s a look at what made diabetes headlines in the past week. Click on the link to read the full article.

Actos Tops Avandia in Heart Safety Studies
The safety of Type 2 diabetes drug rosiglitazone (brand name Avandia) has been further called into question by new research.

When your bananas start to look a little too ripe, it's time to bake banana bread! This bread incorporates peanut butter for a boost of protein, fiber, and healthy unsaturated fats. Try making it with half whole-wheat flour to increase the fiber content even more.

Here’s a look at the latest articles and updates on DiabetesSelfManagement.com. Click on the links to read the full articles.

Back in the Saddle
For the first time since he was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, Eric Lagergren braves a high-intensity workout.

Take Your Best Stab, Then Hope for the Best
When low blood glucose sidelines Jan Chait, she starts wondering how feasible an "artificial pancreas" really is.

Carbs vs. Fats—Who's to Blame?
Nurse David Spero's take on the classic question of what a person with diabetes should eat is at odds with the Americian Diabetes Association's.

Super Fruits: Can One a Day Keep the Doctor Away? (Part 2)
Before you spend good money on pricey fruits like noni, mangosteen, and goji berries, check out dietitian Amy Campbell's investigation into their health claims.

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As David Spero writes this week, cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of people with diabetes, but lowering your cholesterol can make a big difference. This article from the archives explains how high cholesterol and triglyceride levels can be treated and what kind of difference treatment can make in your risk levels.