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Insulin is a hormone that is needed to convert glucose, starches and other food into energy needed for daily life. Insulin allows cells to use glucose for fuel and is secreted by beta cells in the islets of Langerhans. The release of insulin from the pancreas is stimulated by increased blood glucose, vagal nerve stimulation, and other factors. Insulin is obtained from various animals and available in a variety of preparations. Commercial insulin preparations differ in a number of ways, including differences in the animal species from which they are obtained; their purity, concentration, and solubility; and the time of onset and duration of their biologic action. An oral hypoglycemic agent is not a form of insulin therapy.

New study reveals key cells regulating fat tissue formation

Understanding how fat tissue forms and functions is crucial for addressing obesity and related metabolic diseases. However, adipose tissue, or body fat, behaves differently based on its location in the body.

9 May 2024

Study reveals altered protein rhythms linked to metabolic disorders in night shift workers

Just a few days on a night shift schedule throws off protein rhythms related to blood glucose regulation, energy metabolism and inflammation, processes that can influence the development of chronic metabolic conditions.

9 May 2024

AVAnT1A study: Investigating early COVID-19 vaccination and type 1 diabetes risk in children

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that leads to disrupted glucose metabolism. It requires lifelong insulin therapy.

8 May 2024

Meta-analysis unveils connection between insulin-dependent diabetes and eating disorders

One in four patients with insulin-dependent diabetes aged 16 years and older also exhibit some kind of eating disorder symptoms, according to a recent meta-analysis conducted at the University of Eastern Finland.

8 May 2024

Study uncovers genetic link between height growth during puberty and long-term health in adulthood

A genetic link between height growth during puberty and long-term health in adulthood has been identified by a new study from the University of Surrey and the University of Pennsylvania.

7 May 2024

Increase in sedentary time from childhood associated with progressing heart enlargement

An increase in sedentary time from childhood caused progressing heart enlargement, a new study shows. However, light physical activity could reduce the risk.

7 May 2024

Can monitoring and encouraging physical activity through phone-based apps improve glycemic control and weight loss in type 2 diabetes patients?

Whether a smartphone application (app) for maintaining personal health records encouraged physical activity, improved step counts, and glycemic control.

6 May 2024

New drug candidate reverses obesity in mice by transforming liver metabolism

A mitochondrial transcription inhibitor (IMT) shifted metabolism in high-fat diet mice toward fatty acid oxidation, leading to weight loss, reduced liver fat, and improved glucose tolerance.

1 May 2024

Electric pulses boost gene therapy uptake in liver cells

In an effort to improve delivery of costly medical treatments, a team of researchers in electrical engineering at the University of Wisconsin–Madison has developed a stimulating method that could make the human body more receptive to certain gene therapies.

30 Apr 2024

Experimental monoclonal antibody prevents and reverses clinical type 1 diabetes in mice

Scientists at Johns Hopkins Medicine say that an experimental monoclonal antibody drug called mAb43 appears to prevent and reverse the onset of clinical type 1 diabetes in mice, and in some cases, to lengthen the animals' lifespan.

29 Apr 2024

Study questions the need for endotype-specific diets in diabetes management

Study finds minor differences in dietary adherence and its impact on cardiovascular and kidney outcomes across diabetes endotypes, indicating limited evidence for endotype-specific dietary guidelines.

28 Apr 2024

Cinnamon, curcumin, and resveratrol show promise in diabetes inflammation fight

Researchers reviewed the impact of cinnamon, curcumin, and resveratrol on oxidative stress and inflammation in type 2 diabetes patients, highlighting their potential to improve metabolic regulation and reduce complications.

26 Apr 2024

AI in healthcare shows promise in trials but needs real-world testing to ensure effectiveness

A comprehensive study published in The Lancet Digital Health analyzed the efficacy and challenges of AI in clinical settings, revealing a critical need for real-world testing and diverse research methodologies to ensure AI's reliable integration into healthcare.

25 Apr 2024

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New study reveals key cells regulating fat tissue formation

Study reveals altered protein rhythms linked to metabolic disorders in night shift workers

AVAnT1A study: Investigating early COVID-19 vaccination and type 1 diabetes risk in children

Meta-analysis unveils connection between insulin-dependent diabetes and eating disorders

Study uncovers genetic link between height growth during puberty and long-term health in adulthood

Increase in sedentary time from childhood associated with progressing heart enlargement

Can monitoring and encouraging physical activity through phone-based apps improve glycemic control and weight loss in type 2 diabetes patients?

New drug candidate reverses obesity in mice by transforming liver metabolism

Electric pulses boost gene therapy uptake in liver cells

Experimental monoclonal antibody prevents and reverses clinical type 1 diabetes in mice

Study questions the need for endotype-specific diets in diabetes management

Cinnamon, curcumin, and resveratrol show promise in diabetes inflammation fight

AI in healthcare shows promise in trials but needs real-world testing to ensure effectiveness

Advanced insulin pumps enhance blood sugar management in type 1 diabetes

Study highlights nutrition therapy's potential to manage gestational diabetes effectively

Emulsifiers in processed foods may be linked to increased risk of type 2 diabetes

Aster DM Healthcare reveals top foods to combat PCOS symptoms

Study reveals avocado may lower diabetes risk in women, not men

Does diabetes increase the risk of long COVID?

Natural obesity fighters: How coffee, tea, and cocoa combat weight gain

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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