Magnesium may benefit blood pressure
DIETARY sources of magnesium include nuts, seeds, green vegetables and unrefined grains; it plays an important role in the prevention of osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease and diabetes.1



DIETARY sources of magnesium include nuts, seeds, green vegetables and unrefined grains; it plays an important role in the prevention of osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease and diabetes.1
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SHOWING patients with type 2 diabetes non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy and suboptimal glycaemic control their retinal images improves HbA1c, an Australian pilot study shows.
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A HIGH level of involvement of practice nurses in the care of patients with diabetes improves glycaemic control without increasing costs, Australian data shows.
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SHOWING patients with type 2 diabetes non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy and suboptimal glycaemic control their retinal images improves HbA1c, an Australian pilot study shows.