Some diabetes experts feel that sulfonylureas accelerate the loss of beta cells from the pancreas, and should be avoided.

For five decades, Dr. Nathan said, diabetes experts have pondered a key question.

Six months ago, the nation's diabetes experts made a sensational announcement.

For decades, diabetes experts debated a crucial question: What causes the eye, heart and kidney damage often seen in diabetics?

But diabetes experts say the evidence is too preliminary for cause-and-effect conclusions.

The new inhaler could offer more convenience and less pain for many of the roughly five million Americans already using insulin, diabetes experts say.

But diabetes experts say that progress is being made in understanding how to prevent the disease and how to cure it.

Work with your doctor or other diabetes expert to find what is best for you.

Most diabetes experts recommend that people cut back on fats and carbohydrates.

Though it is too early to assess the claim, diabetes experts are watching his work with interest.