Humanized mice reveal arsenic may raise diabetes risk only for males

by Krishna Ramanujan,Cornell UniversityMeasuring arsenic in liver and adipose tissue of humanized and wild-type mice. (A) Arsenical quantification in isolated liver of mice (WT male, n=5; WT fem

Updated on: March 14,2024

Humanized mice reveal arsenic may raise diabetes risk only for males

by Krishna Ramanujan,Cornell UniversityMeasuring arsenic in liver and adipose tissue of humanized and wild-type mice. (A) Arsenical quantification in isolated liver of mice (WT male, n=5; WT fem

Updated on:March 14,2024

While waiting for food: The surprising fetal gut cells that make insulin

by Weizmann Institute of ScienceIn both the FIKL cells in the small intestine (top) and beta cells in the pancreas (bottom), the mRNA molecules for making insulin (magenta) are found closer to th

Updated on: January 31,2024

While waiting for food: The surprising fetal gut cells that make insulin

by Weizmann Institute of ScienceIn both the FIKL cells in the small intestine (top) and beta cells in the pancreas (bottom), the mRNA molecules for making insulin (magenta) are found closer to th

Updated on:January 31,2024

Hormone protects against development of fatty liver

by Medical University of ViennaGraphical abstract. Credit:Cell Metabolism(2022). DOI: 10.1016/j.cmet.2022.09.020A group at MedUni Vienna has identified a regulatory loop controlled by

Updated on: February 03,2024

Hormone protects against development of fatty liver

by Medical University of ViennaGraphical abstract. Credit:Cell Metabolism(2022). DOI: 10.1016/j.cmet.2022.09.020A group at MedUni Vienna has identified a regulatory loop controlled by

Updated on:February 03,2024

Study finds irregular sleep patterns may lead to increased risk of type 2 diabetes

byBrigham and Women’s HospitalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainGetting consistent sleep could help stave off type 2 diabetes, new research suggests. A study led by investigators at Brigham and

Updated on: July 23,2024

Study finds irregular sleep patterns may lead to increased risk of type 2 diabetes

byBrigham and Women’s HospitalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainGetting consistent sleep could help stave off type 2 diabetes, new research suggests. A study led by investigators at Brigham and

Updated on:July 23,2024

Three brain responses linked to successful weight loss surgery

by Maxine Myers,Imperial College LondonCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThree types of brain responses which help to prevent weight regain following bariatric surgery have been identified for t

Updated on: February 21,2024

Three brain responses linked to successful weight loss surgery

by Maxine Myers,Imperial College LondonCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThree types of brain responses which help to prevent weight regain following bariatric surgery have been identified for t

Updated on:February 21,2024

Researchers identify molecular link between gut bacteria and excitatory brain signaling in C. elegansv

by Jim Fessenden, UMass Chan Medical SchoolB12produced by gut bacteria suppresses the hyperactive behavior of unc-2(gof) mutants. Credit:Nature Cell Biology(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s4155

Updated on: January 20,2024

Researchers identify molecular link between gut bacteria and excitatory brain signaling in C. elegansv

by Jim Fessenden, UMass Chan Medical SchoolB12produced by gut bacteria suppresses the hyperactive behavior of unc-2(gof) mutants. Credit:Nature Cell Biology(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s4155

Updated on:January 20,2024

Early pregnancy blood samples can shed light on risk of developing type 2 diabetes

by University of TurkuPrincipal Component Analysis of the serum metabolic profiles of the study participants in early (n = 174) and late pregnancy (n = 159) and prediabetes status at two years po

Updated on: February 21,2024

Early pregnancy blood samples can shed light on risk of developing type 2 diabetes

by University of TurkuPrincipal Component Analysis of the serum metabolic profiles of the study participants in early (n = 174) and late pregnancy (n = 159) and prediabetes status at two years po

Updated on:February 21,2024

Metabolism may be key to future treatment of kidney diseases

by Aarhus UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainCan you eat your way out of a kidney disease? Perhaps you can—according to a new study from Aarhus University.In the study, Associate Professo

Updated on: January 31,2024

Metabolism may be key to future treatment of kidney diseases

by Aarhus UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainCan you eat your way out of a kidney disease? Perhaps you can—according to a new study from Aarhus University.In the study, Associate Professo

Updated on:January 31,2024

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

Updated on: January 19,2024

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

Updated on:January 19,2024

Lifestyle may counter genetic risk for thyroid cancer

by Lori Solomon HealthDay ReporterGenetic and lifestyle factors are independently associated with incident thyroid cancer, according to a study published online Dec. 12 inJAMA Network Open.Xiumi

Updated on: February 21,2024

Lifestyle may counter genetic risk for thyroid cancer

by Lori Solomon HealthDay ReporterGenetic and lifestyle factors are independently associated with incident thyroid cancer, according to a study published online Dec. 12 inJAMA Network Open.Xiumi

Updated on:February 21,2024

Treating acne with systemic antibiotics can have unintended consequences on maturing adolescent skeleton

by Medical University of South CarolinaCredit:JCIInsight(2022).DOI:10.1172/jci.insight.160578During adolescence, sex hormones drive significant physiologic changes. One of the most un

Updated on: February 21,2024

Treating acne with systemic antibiotics can have unintended consequences on maturing adolescent skeleton

by Medical University of South CarolinaCredit:JCIInsight(2022).DOI:10.1172/jci.insight.160578During adolescence, sex hormones drive significant physiologic changes. One of the most un

Updated on:February 21,2024

Direct-to-consumer online platforms expand access, but often fail to convey risks of testosterone therapy

by Northwestern Memorial HealthCareCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDemand for testosterone therapy has soared in the United States with more men seeking to increase hormone levels in hopes of enhanc

Updated on: February 19,2024

Direct-to-consumer online platforms expand access, but often fail to convey risks of testosterone therapy

by Northwestern Memorial HealthCareCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDemand for testosterone therapy has soared in the United States with more men seeking to increase hormone levels in hopes of enhanc

Updated on:February 19,2024