Important role of intestinal immune cells in iron deficiency identified for the first time

by Medical University of ViennaTSC2 deletion in myeloid cells impairs medullary erythropoiesis. (A) Schematic representation of the genetic background of cre/+ mice vs +/+ controls. TSC2 knockout

Updated on: February 21,2024

Important role of intestinal immune cells in iron deficiency identified for the first time

by Medical University of ViennaTSC2 deletion in myeloid cells impairs medullary erythropoiesis. (A) Schematic representation of the genetic background of cre/+ mice vs +/+ controls. TSC2 knockout

Updated on:February 21,2024

People with type 2 diabetes who eat low-carb may be able to discontinue medication

byThe Endocrine SocietyCredit: CC0 Public DomainAdults with type 2 diabetes on a low-carbohydrate diet may see benefits to their beta-cell function, allowing them to better manage their disease

Updated on: October 31,2024

People with type 2 diabetes who eat low-carb may be able to discontinue medication

byThe Endocrine SocietyCredit: CC0 Public DomainAdults with type 2 diabetes on a low-carbohydrate diet may see benefits to their beta-cell function, allowing them to better manage their disease

Updated on:October 31,2024

Prenatal phthalate exposure can significantly impact infant behavior and cognition, says study

by Tejas Mahadevan,Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and TechnologyCredit:Neurotoxicology and Teratology(2022). DOI: 10.1016/j.ntt.2022.107102Prenatal exposure to phthalates, a

Updated on: February 21,2024

Prenatal phthalate exposure can significantly impact infant behavior and cognition, says study

by Tejas Mahadevan,Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and TechnologyCredit:Neurotoxicology and Teratology(2022). DOI: 10.1016/j.ntt.2022.107102Prenatal exposure to phthalates, a

Updated on:February 21,2024

Data suggest cardiometabolic risk of a higher BMI may be underestimated in taller populations worldwide

by Deutsches Zentrum fuer Diabetesforschung DZDThe cardiometabolic risk of a higher BMI may be underestimated in taller grown populations worldwide. Credit: DZDSince 1990, the prevalence of obesity am

Updated on: July 09,2024

Data suggest cardiometabolic risk of a higher BMI may be underestimated in taller populations worldwide

by Deutsches Zentrum fuer Diabetesforschung DZDThe cardiometabolic risk of a higher BMI may be underestimated in taller grown populations worldwide. Credit: DZDSince 1990, the prevalence of obesity am

Updated on:July 09,2024

Low-cal vs. fasting diets: How does each affect the microbiome?

by Alan MozesWhen it comes to the array of different microorganisms found in the human gut, more is better: A more diverse microbiome is a healthier microbiome.Now, initial results of a small,on

Updated on: January 24,2024

Low-cal vs. fasting diets: How does each affect the microbiome?

by Alan MozesWhen it comes to the array of different microorganisms found in the human gut, more is better: A more diverse microbiome is a healthier microbiome.Now, initial results of a small,on

Updated on:January 24,2024

Study links intestinal glycan modifications to obesity and inflammation

byChiba UniversityChst4–/–mice lacking GlcNAc-6-O-sulfation of the mucinO-glycans showed significant weight gain, increased intestinal inflammation, and significantly reduced immunoglobuli

Updated on: January 18,2024

Study links intestinal glycan modifications to obesity and inflammation

byChiba UniversityChst4–/–mice lacking GlcNAc-6-O-sulfation of the mucinO-glycans showed significant weight gain, increased intestinal inflammation, and significantly reduced immunoglobuli

Updated on:January 18,2024

Molecule boosts fat burning

by University of BonnHuman brown adipocytes, lipid stained red (RedO oil stain). Credit: Laia Reverte Salisa / University of BonnNormally, fat cells store energy. In brown fat cells, however, ene

Updated on: February 03,2024

Molecule boosts fat burning

by University of BonnHuman brown adipocytes, lipid stained red (RedO oil stain). Credit: Laia Reverte Salisa / University of BonnNormally, fat cells store energy. In brown fat cells, however, ene

Updated on:February 03,2024

People with diabetes who eat less processed food at night may live longer

by The Endocrine SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe time of day that people with diabetes eat certain foods may be just as important to their well-being as portion size and calories, acc

Updated on: February 21,2024

People with diabetes who eat less processed food at night may live longer

by The Endocrine SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe time of day that people with diabetes eat certain foods may be just as important to their well-being as portion size and calories, acc

Updated on:February 21,2024

It's time to rethink our attitude toward obesity, academic argues

byTaylor & FrancisCredit: Pixabay from PexelsPrejudice against fat people is endemic in our society and public health initiatives aimed at reducing obesity have only worsened the problem, ac

Updated on: July 09,2024

It's time to rethink our attitude toward obesity, academic argues

byTaylor & FrancisCredit: Pixabay from PexelsPrejudice against fat people is endemic in our society and public health initiatives aimed at reducing obesity have only worsened the problem, ac

Updated on:July 09,2024

Indirectly influencing cancer's out-of-control cell replication

by Gunnar Bartsch,University of WürzburgDimeric structure of phosphoglycolate phosphatase. The enlarged section on the right shows the ligand-binding pocket in complex with the small molecule in

Updated on: February 05,2024

Indirectly influencing cancer's out-of-control cell replication

by Gunnar Bartsch,University of WürzburgDimeric structure of phosphoglycolate phosphatase. The enlarged section on the right shows the ligand-binding pocket in complex with the small molecule in

Updated on:February 05,2024

The mere sight of a meal triggers an inflammatory response in the brain

by University of BaselCredit: CC0 Public DomainEven before carbohydrates reach the bloodstream, the very sight and smell of a meal trigger the release of insulin. For the first time, researchers

Updated on: February 05,2024

The mere sight of a meal triggers an inflammatory response in the brain

by University of BaselCredit: CC0 Public DomainEven before carbohydrates reach the bloodstream, the very sight and smell of a meal trigger the release of insulin. For the first time, researchers

Updated on:February 05,2024

Do-It-Yourself artificial pancreas given approval by team of experts

by King's College LondonCredit: CC0 Public DomainMore than 40 healthcare professionals and legal experts have issued the first guidance of its kind to support people with type 1 diabetes usin

Updated on: February 19,2024

Do-It-Yourself artificial pancreas given approval by team of experts

by King's College LondonCredit: CC0 Public DomainMore than 40 healthcare professionals and legal experts have issued the first guidance of its kind to support people with type 1 diabetes usin

Updated on:February 19,2024