How a gene for obesity affects the brain

byUniversity of MichiganPVHSH2B1→DRN neurocircuit inhibits food intake and obesity. Credit:Advanced Science(2024). DOI: 10.1002/advs.202400437Obesity is a complicated condition, caus

Updated on: July 17,2024

How a gene for obesity affects the brain

byUniversity of MichiganPVHSH2B1→DRN neurocircuit inhibits food intake and obesity. Credit:Advanced Science(2024). DOI: 10.1002/advs.202400437Obesity is a complicated condition, caus

Updated on:July 17,2024

Study uncovers the link between RFX6 gene mutation and diabetes

byUniversity of HelsinkiThe study was conducted using stem-cell-derived islets. Credit: Hazem IbrahimA recent study by the University of Helsinki has uncovered that a mutation in the RFX6 gene s

Updated on: July 05,2024

Study uncovers the link between RFX6 gene mutation and diabetes

byUniversity of HelsinkiThe study was conducted using stem-cell-derived islets. Credit: Hazem IbrahimA recent study by the University of Helsinki has uncovered that a mutation in the RFX6 gene s

Updated on:July 05,2024

From banning junk food ads to a sugar tax: With diabetes on the rise, Australia can't afford to ignore the evidence

by Gary Sacks,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThere are renewed calls this week for the Australian government to implement a range of measures aimed at improving our diets. Thes

Updated on: July 06,2024

From banning junk food ads to a sugar tax: With diabetes on the rise, Australia can't afford to ignore the evidence

by Gary Sacks,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThere are renewed calls this week for the Australian government to implement a range of measures aimed at improving our diets. Thes

Updated on:July 06,2024

Greater alcohol intake tied to higher gout risk

by Stephanie BrownHigher consumption of alcoholic beverages is associated with a higher risk for gout among both sexes, according to a studypublishedonline Aug. 28 inJAMA Network Ope

Updated on: September 02,2024

Greater alcohol intake tied to higher gout risk

by Stephanie BrownHigher consumption of alcoholic beverages is associated with a higher risk for gout among both sexes, according to a studypublishedonline Aug. 28 inJAMA Network Ope

Updated on:September 02,2024

New study shows long-term effectiveness of gastric bypass in treating type 2 diabetes and obesity

by American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric SurgeryCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainRoux-en-Y gastric bypass, a type of weight-loss surgery, kept type 2 diabetes in remission for up to 15 years an

Updated on: June 18,2024

New study shows long-term effectiveness of gastric bypass in treating type 2 diabetes and obesity

by American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric SurgeryCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainRoux-en-Y gastric bypass, a type of weight-loss surgery, kept type 2 diabetes in remission for up to 15 years an

Updated on:June 18,2024

Use of antiviral medication shown to preserve insulin production in children newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes

by University of OsloResidual insulin production.a, AUC for C-peptide levels. The box plots report the distribution of AUCs for the C-peptide levels. The numbers beneath thexaxis refl

Updated on: June 22,2024

Use of antiviral medication shown to preserve insulin production in children newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes

by University of OsloResidual insulin production.a, AUC for C-peptide levels. The box plots report the distribution of AUCs for the C-peptide levels. The numbers beneath thexaxis refl

Updated on:June 22,2024

Research shows how insulin-triggering nutrients vary from person to person, with implications for personalized nutrition

byUniversity of British ColumbiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhen it comes to managing blood sugar levels, most people think about counting carbs. But new research from the University of Br

Updated on: July 05,2024

Research shows how insulin-triggering nutrients vary from person to person, with implications for personalized nutrition

byUniversity of British ColumbiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhen it comes to managing blood sugar levels, most people think about counting carbs. But new research from the University of Br

Updated on:July 05,2024

New therapeutic targets to fight type 2 diabetes

by University of BarcelonaDesigning combination therapies based on the different factors involved in the control of glucose synthesis by the liver could be a more effective strategy to address th

Updated on: June 18,2024

New therapeutic targets to fight type 2 diabetes

by University of BarcelonaDesigning combination therapies based on the different factors involved in the control of glucose synthesis by the liver could be a more effective strategy to address th

Updated on:June 18,2024

Obesity modifies link between birth weight, metabolic phenotypes

by Elana GotkineAssociations between lower birth weight (BW) and adverse metabolic phenotypes are more pronounced in children with obesity, according to a studypublishedin the July issue o

Updated on: July 25,2024

Obesity modifies link between birth weight, metabolic phenotypes

by Elana GotkineAssociations between lower birth weight (BW) and adverse metabolic phenotypes are more pronounced in children with obesity, according to a studypublishedin the July issue o

Updated on:July 25,2024

Study reveals secrets of energy metabolism, promising better blood transfusions

by Angelo D'Alessandro,CU Anschutz Medical CampusGraphical abstract. Credit:Cell Metabolism(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.cmet.2024.06.007Researchers at the University of Colorado School

Updated on: July 17,2024

Study reveals secrets of energy metabolism, promising better blood transfusions

by Angelo D'Alessandro,CU Anschutz Medical CampusGraphical abstract. Credit:Cell Metabolism(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.cmet.2024.06.007Researchers at the University of Colorado School

Updated on:July 17,2024

Taking high-dose vitamin D supplements for five years shown not to affect incidence of type 2 diabetes

byUniversity of Eastern FinlandCumulative incidence of type 2 diabetes in the three study arms during the 5 year supplementation period. Credit:Diabetologia(2024). DOI: 10.1007/s0012

Updated on: December 18,2024

Taking high-dose vitamin D supplements for five years shown not to affect incidence of type 2 diabetes

byUniversity of Eastern FinlandCumulative incidence of type 2 diabetes in the three study arms during the 5 year supplementation period. Credit:Diabetologia(2024). DOI: 10.1007/s0012

Updated on:December 18,2024

Increased fracture risk in patients using insulin compared to metformin

by The Endocrine SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPatients with type 2 diabetes have an increased risk for fractures, despite their normal-to-high bone mineral density, according to resear

Updated on: February 19,2024

Increased fracture risk in patients using insulin compared to metformin

by The Endocrine SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPatients with type 2 diabetes have an increased risk for fractures, despite their normal-to-high bone mineral density, according to resear

Updated on:February 19,2024