Protein Deficiency and Diabetes: Understanding Types 1 to 5
Introduction Diabetes is often thought of as a disease caused by too much sugar or obesity. While that’s partly true, there’s another side to the story — especially in children […]
Type 5 Diabetes Has Officially Arrived: A Global Health Breakthrough
In April 2025, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) officially recognized Type 5 Diabetes, also known as Malnutrition-Related Diabetes Mellitus (MRDM) or Severe Insulin-Deficient Diabetes (SIDD). This recognition marks a historic turning point in global health, particularly for developing countries like Pakistan and India, where millions of undernourished individuals have long lived with undiagnosed or misclassified diabetes.