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Kallistatin found to contribute to the beneficial metabolic effects of weight loss

Kallistatin found to contribute to the beneficial metabolic effects of weight loss

by Deutsches Zentrum fuer Diabetesforschung DZDExpression of the protein Kallistatin increases after weight reduction. In mice, it improves hepatic insulin sensitivity. Credit: IDM, support@biorender.

Kallistatin found to contribute to the beneficial metabolic effects of weight loss

by Deutsches Zentrum fuer Diabetesforschung DZDExpression of the protein Kallistatin increases after weight reduction. In mice, it improves hepatic insulin sensitivity. Credit: IDM, support@biorender.
Survey suggests lack of awareness of the effects of gym lifestyles in young male gym goers

Survey suggests lack of awareness of the effects of gym lifestyles in young male gym goers

byUniversity of BirminghamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainYoung male gym users are largely unaware of the risks of their lifestyle on their fertility, a new study shows.New results from a surve

Survey suggests lack of awareness of the effects of gym lifestyles in young male gym goers

byUniversity of BirminghamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainYoung male gym users are largely unaware of the risks of their lifestyle on their fertility, a new study shows.New results from a surve
Black people with diabetes disproportionately affected by diabetic ketoacidosis during COVID

Black people with diabetes disproportionately affected by diabetic ketoacidosis during COVID

by The Endocrine SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainBlack people with diabetes were more likely to develop cases of a life-threatening complication called diabetic ketoacidosis during the pa

Black people with diabetes disproportionately affected by diabetic ketoacidosis during COVID

by The Endocrine SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainBlack people with diabetes were more likely to develop cases of a life-threatening complication called diabetic ketoacidosis during the pa
Study finds less obesity in 3- and 4-year-olds after the pandemic

Study finds less obesity in 3- and 4-year-olds after the pandemic

bySwedish Research CouncilCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe prevalence of overweight and obesity in the group of three- and four-year-olds in Sweden has decreased after the pandemic. The incr

Study finds less obesity in 3- and 4-year-olds after the pandemic

bySwedish Research CouncilCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe prevalence of overweight and obesity in the group of three- and four-year-olds in Sweden has decreased after the pandemic. The incr
Fiber against pounds: Resistant starch found to support weight loss

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-

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-
Don't believe the hype—menopausal women don't all need to check—or increase—their testosterone levels

Don't believe the hype—menopausal women don't all need to check—or increase—their testosterone levels

by Susan Davis,The ConversationCredit: Pexels/Liza SummerEver heard "low testosterone" blamed for low mood, brain fog and loss of vitality? Despite all evidence to the contrary, social

Don't believe the hype—menopausal women don't all need to check—or increase—their testosterone levels

by Susan Davis,The ConversationCredit: Pexels/Liza SummerEver heard "low testosterone" blamed for low mood, brain fog and loss of vitality? Despite all evidence to the contrary, social
Deeper dive into the gut microbiome shows changes linked to body weight

Deeper dive into the gut microbiome shows changes linked to body weight

by Cedars-Sinai Medical CenterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainCedars-Sinai investigators have identified significant variations in the microbes of the small bowel (small intestine) are strongly asso

Deeper dive into the gut microbiome shows changes linked to body weight

by Cedars-Sinai Medical CenterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainCedars-Sinai investigators have identified significant variations in the microbes of the small bowel (small intestine) are strongly asso
Excess thyroid hormone levels associated with higher risk of cognitive disorders among older adults

Excess thyroid hormone levels associated with higher risk of cognitive disorders among older adults

byJohns Hopkins University School of MedicineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThyrotoxicosis—excess thyroid hormone levels in the body—has been linked to an increased risk of cognitive disorders

Excess thyroid hormone levels associated with higher risk of cognitive disorders among older adults

byJohns Hopkins University School of MedicineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThyrotoxicosis—excess thyroid hormone levels in the body—has been linked to an increased risk of cognitive disorders
Expression pattern of key receptors in the hypothalamus revealed

Expression pattern of key receptors in the hypothalamus revealed

by Susann-C. Ruprecht, Deutsches Institut für Ernährungsforschung Potsdam-RehbrückeBrain slices of the mouse are placed onto a glass slide, for further imaging. Credit: David AusserhoferThere is growi

Expression pattern of key receptors in the hypothalamus revealed

by Susann-C. Ruprecht, Deutsches Institut für Ernährungsforschung Potsdam-RehbrückeBrain slices of the mouse are placed onto a glass slide, for further imaging. Credit: David AusserhoferThere is growi
Study shows that AgRP neurons encode circadian feeding time in mice

Study shows that AgRP neurons encode circadian feeding time in mice

by Ingrid Fadelli , Medical XpressImage of the AgRP neurons. Credit: Hyojin Kim (University of Iowa).Animals and humans follow specific daily patterns known as circadian rhythms, which naturally promp

Study shows that AgRP neurons encode circadian feeding time in mice

by Ingrid Fadelli , Medical XpressImage of the AgRP neurons. Credit: Hyojin Kim (University of Iowa).Animals and humans follow specific daily patterns known as circadian rhythms, which naturally promp
Turning down the hormone dial could improve IVF live birth rates

Turning down the hormone dial could improve IVF live birth rates

by Emilie Lorditch,Michigan State UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIn a first-of-its-kind study, researchers at Michigan State University are studying ovarian stimulation protocols in

Turning down the hormone dial could improve IVF live birth rates

by Emilie Lorditch,Michigan State UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIn a first-of-its-kind study, researchers at Michigan State University are studying ovarian stimulation protocols in
Vitamin D shows promise for children newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes

Vitamin D shows promise for children newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes

by Sandra Gray,University of Massachusetts Medical SchoolBenjamin Nwosu, MD. Credit: University of Massachusetts Medical SchoolAdding a safe, inexpensive and easy to administer form of vitamin D

Vitamin D shows promise for children newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes

by Sandra Gray,University of Massachusetts Medical SchoolBenjamin Nwosu, MD. Credit: University of Massachusetts Medical SchoolAdding a safe, inexpensive and easy to administer form of vitamin D