Why Obesity Is Linked to Higher Cancer Rates in Young People

ByClaire BugosFact checked byNick BlackmerIllustration by Mira Norian for Verywell HealthThe rates of certain cancers are climbing in young U.S. adults, and it’s not entirely c

Updated on: April 01,2024

Why Obesity Is Linked to Higher Cancer Rates in Young People

ByClaire BugosFact checked byNick BlackmerIllustration by Mira Norian for Verywell HealthThe rates of certain cancers are climbing in young U.S. adults, and it’s not entirely c

Updated on:April 01,2024

Large-scale population analysis confirms reassuring safety profile of tirzepatide

Large-scale population analysis confirms reassuring safety profile of tirzepatidebyDiabetologiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAs more people with type 2 diabetes (T2D) are taking medications

Updated on: September 25,2024

Large-scale population analysis confirms reassuring safety profile of tirzepatide

Large-scale population analysis confirms reassuring safety profile of tirzepatidebyDiabetologiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAs more people with type 2 diabetes (T2D) are taking medications

Updated on:September 25,2024

Mice live longer and lose weight while eating more when FGF21 is present

by Pennington Biomedical Research CenterWhen the liver detects low levels of protein, it activates cells that produce FGF21 and release the hormone into the bloodstream. FGF21 is then carried to targe

Updated on: January 31,2024

Mice live longer and lose weight while eating more when FGF21 is present

by Pennington Biomedical Research CenterWhen the liver detects low levels of protein, it activates cells that produce FGF21 and release the hormone into the bloodstream. FGF21 is then carried to targe

Updated on:January 31,2024

Artificial pancreas proves 'life-changing' for very young children with type 1 diabetes and their families

by University of CambridgeCredit: CC0 Public DomainAn artificial pancreas developed by a team of Cambridge researchers is helping protect very young children with type 1 diabetes at a particularl

Updated on: February 19,2024

Artificial pancreas proves 'life-changing' for very young children with type 1 diabetes and their families

by University of CambridgeCredit: CC0 Public DomainAn artificial pancreas developed by a team of Cambridge researchers is helping protect very young children with type 1 diabetes at a particularl

Updated on:February 19,2024

How regular exercise can protect against fatty liver associated diseases

by Deutsches Zentrum fuer Diabetesforschung DZDExercise prevents fatty liver by modifying the compensatory response of mitochondrial metabolism to excess substrate availability. Credit: DZDExercise no

Updated on: February 19,2024

How regular exercise can protect against fatty liver associated diseases

by Deutsches Zentrum fuer Diabetesforschung DZDExercise prevents fatty liver by modifying the compensatory response of mitochondrial metabolism to excess substrate availability. Credit: DZDExercise no

Updated on:February 19,2024

Study shows liraglutide results in increased insulin sensitivity independent of weight loss

by Vanderbilt University Medical CenterGraphical abstract. Credit:Diabetes(2023). DOI: 10.2337/db23-0356A recent study published in the journalDiabetesdemonstrates that a

Updated on: June 01,2024

Study shows liraglutide results in increased insulin sensitivity independent of weight loss

by Vanderbilt University Medical CenterGraphical abstract. Credit:Diabetes(2023). DOI: 10.2337/db23-0356A recent study published in the journalDiabetesdemonstrates that a

Updated on:June 01,2024

People over 40 with type 1 diabetes and COVID-19 are more likely to be hospitalized

by The Endocrine SocietyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAdults with type 1 diabetes need to be extra cautious of COVID-19 as they are more likely to be hospitalized and die, according to a new

Updated on: January 29,2024

People over 40 with type 1 diabetes and COVID-19 are more likely to be hospitalized

by The Endocrine SocietyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAdults with type 1 diabetes need to be extra cautious of COVID-19 as they are more likely to be hospitalized and die, according to a new

Updated on:January 29,2024

New 'atlas' maps bacteria and metabolites associated with elevated risk of cardiovascular disease

byCleveland ClinicCredit: CC0 Public DomainA Cleveland Clinic research team has published an "atlas" of metabolites associated with cardiovascular disease in theEuropean Heart Jo

Updated on: January 22,2024

New 'atlas' maps bacteria and metabolites associated with elevated risk of cardiovascular disease

byCleveland ClinicCredit: CC0 Public DomainA Cleveland Clinic research team has published an "atlas" of metabolites associated with cardiovascular disease in theEuropean Heart Jo

Updated on:January 22,2024

Fiber against pounds: Resistant starch found to support weight loss

by Antje Nieber,Friedrich Schiller University of JenaRS intake facilitates weight loss in humans by reshaping the gut microbiota. Credit:Nature Metabolism(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s42255-

Updated on: March 08,2024

Fiber against pounds: Resistant starch found to support weight loss

by Antje Nieber,Friedrich Schiller University of JenaRS intake facilitates weight loss in humans by reshaping the gut microbiota. Credit:Nature Metabolism(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s42255-

Updated on:March 08,2024

Study finds novel weight-loss telewellness program makes financial sense

by Bill Daehler,UC DavisCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainCommunity-based, online weight loss programs focused on physical and spiritual needs are a cost-effective way to improve wellness among v

Updated on: March 08,2024

Study finds novel weight-loss telewellness program makes financial sense

by Bill Daehler,UC DavisCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainCommunity-based, online weight loss programs focused on physical and spiritual needs are a cost-effective way to improve wellness among v

Updated on:March 08,2024

Scientists develop experimental medication that shows promise in treating diabetic macular edema

by University of MontrealCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDiabetes can lead to eye problems, and a common one is diabetic macular edema (DME), causing vision loss.A study published in&nbsp

Updated on: March 14,2024

Scientists develop experimental medication that shows promise in treating diabetic macular edema

by University of MontrealCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDiabetes can lead to eye problems, and a common one is diabetic macular edema (DME), causing vision loss.A study published in&nbsp

Updated on:March 14,2024

Discovery of stem-like T cell in type 1 diabetes can potentially improve cancer immunotherapy

by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenterScanning electron micrograph of human T lymphocyte or T cell. Credit: NIAID/NIHTo an immunologist, autoimmune diseases like Type 1 diabetes are the polar

Updated on: April 01,2024

Discovery of stem-like T cell in type 1 diabetes can potentially improve cancer immunotherapy

by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenterScanning electron micrograph of human T lymphocyte or T cell. Credit: NIAID/NIHTo an immunologist, autoimmune diseases like Type 1 diabetes are the polar

Updated on:April 01,2024