diabetes

Researchers have found that the molecule lac-phe, produced after intense exercise, is responsible for weight loss seen in metformin users, linking it to appetite control and metabolism. Studies show that metformin increases lac-phe levels, mirroring the effects of vigorous exercise, suggesting new pathways for developing weight loss drugs.A Stanford Medicine study found that metformin, a commonly prescribed diabetes drug associated with moderate weight loss, stimulates production of lac-phe, a molecule abundant after…

Metformin’s safety in pregnancy is questioned after studies show it doesn’t benefit offspring, highlighting the need for alternative treatments and better management of gestational diabetes.With the rise in gestational diabetes and metabolic disorders during pregnancy, metformin is also being prescribed more frequently. Although it is known that the oral antidiabetic agent can cross the placental barrier, the impacts on the brain development of the child are largely unknown. An interdisciplinary research team from the…

Pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly is making a plea to some of its customers: stop hoarding our weight loss drugs. In a new Oscar-themed commercial set to run on TV this weekend, the drugmaker is not-so-subtly telling people to stay away from its new blockbuster medications if they’re only looking to lose a few pounds. These and similar drugs have continuously experienced shortages since their debut in recent years, with demand far outstripping supply.An AI That Helps You Get a Job? | AI UnlockedThe 30-second reverse…

A study highlights that adults sleeping three to five hours nightly face a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, a condition that cannot be offset by healthy eating alone. Led by Uppsala University’s researchers, the findings underscore sleep’s critical role in health management.A recent study from Uppsala University, published in JAMA Network Open, has found that adults sleeping between three to five hours per night are at an increased risk for type 2 diabetes. The research also indicates that maintaining a healthy diet alone…

Research indicates that combining CRP and MHR levels in a blood test offers a more precise way to predict type 2 diabetes risk, with findings emphasizing chronic inflammation’s impact and the potential for early, personalized preventive measures.A new study by Edith Cowan University (ECU) suggests that a blood test may be able to evaluate a patient’s likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes.The most commonly used inflammatory biomarker currently used to predict the risk of type 2 diabetes is high-sensitivity C-reactive…

A study highlights the potential of 670 nm red light to stimulate mitochondrial energy production and reduce blood glucose levels, offering a promising non-invasive technique for diabetes management. It also points to the health risks of prolonged blue light exposure from LEDs, emphasizing the need for a balance between red and blue light to preserve health.Shining a specific frequency of red light on a person’s back for 15 minutes can reduce blood sugar levels, according to a new study from City, University of London and…

Lance Bass says he developed diabetes during the COVID-19 pandemic and is working on managing his condition. “I’m definitely conscious of my eating now,” the NSYNC member told People magazine while promoting his partnership with allergy medicine Allegra. “I’m learning what you can eat, when you can eat, when you take your insulin — and all that has just been really hard lately.” Bass noted that, besides monitoring his diet, he has also prioritized exercising to handle his diabetes. “The older I…

Research from Lund University indicates that epigenetic changes, not just genetics, can lead to type 2 diabetes, offering new insights for disease prevention and management.A recent study conducted by Lund University researchers, and published in Nature Communications, suggests that epigenetic changes might be a causal factor in the development of type 2 diabetes, rather than merely occurring as a result of the disease. This new research bolsters the theory that epigenetic modifications can lead to type 2 diabetes, and…

But the odd thing about diabetes is that people who have it often don't know, which is why the disease is referred to as a silent killer. Around 37 million adult Americans, or 11.7% of the adult population, have type 2 diabetes, but only 28 million people in the US have been diagnosed with the disease. The rest don't know they have it.Globally, the picture is worse -- 462 million people have type 2 diabetes, but at least half that number are unaware.Testing timesYou might think that, in our technology-fuelled age,…

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