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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.

A gloomy outlook for type 1 diabetes in children and adolescents by 2050

A study published in The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology journal estimates the global incidence of type 1 diabetes in children and adolescents using microsimulation models.

5 Jan 2023

Current research on gut microbial modulation with culinary herbs and spices

An article published in Food Chemistry elaborated on the health benefits of culinary herbs and spices.

5 Jan 2023

New research extensively explores 12 distinctive aging traits

In a recent article published in Cell, researchers proposed that 12 distinctive traits of aging are all inter-related.

5 Jan 2023

Mediterranean diet may benefit health in part by incorporating moderate wine consumption

Many public health warnings have been issued against alcohol consumption, even in small quantities, though the evidence for such strict limits is controversial. The current study, published in the MDPI journal Nutrients, is a narrative review focused on clearing up some of the confusion associated with alcoholic drinks.

4 Jan 2023

Early intervention key to managing diabetes, cardiorenal, and metabolic diseases

A panel of US-based experts in cardiology, nephrology, endocrinology, and primary care has prepared specific recommendations for early identification and intervention in obesity, diabetes, and other cardiorenal and metabolic diseases. A detailed report on recommended strategies has been published in the Journal of Diabetes and its Complications.

4 Jan 2023

Is platelet-rich plasma therapy beneficial in treating chronic respiratory disease?

Researchers conducted a literature review to determine whether platelet-rich plasma therapy could help slow disease progression through lung regeneration in patients with chronic respiratory disease.

4 Jan 2023

Physical activity inhibits the production of insulin

When a fruit fly starts walking or flying, its insulin-producing cells are immediately inhibited. This could be one explanation for why exercise promotes health.

4 Jan 2023

Olive oil is beneficial for maternal-fetal health

There have been numerous studies showing how olive oil affects pregnancy. In a recent study published in the journal Nutrition Research, evidence was gathered for its effects on fetomaternal outcomes. The results are interesting, suggesting a protective effect on these outcomes.

3 Jan 2023

Insulin-like peptide 3 may be a predictor of hypogonadism and age-associated morbidity in older males

Researchers evaluated whether insulin-like peptide 3 (INSL3) could predict hypogonadism and age-associated morbidity in older males.

3 Jan 2023

Novel approach may prevent antibodies from triggering immune rejection of transplant cells

Researchers at UCSF have developed a novel, potentially life-saving approach that may prevent antibodies from triggering immune rejection of engineered therapeutic and transplant cells.

2 Jan 2023

Study reveals novel role of PPARγ acetylation in macrophages in impairing adipose tissue function

As a chronic pro-inflammatory disease, obesity is closely associated with the development of various diseases such as type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and cancers. Obesity is now a major concern for public health.

30 Dec 2022

‘An Arm and a Leg’: The year in review, from prenatal testing to insulin pricing

In this year's final episode, the editorial team behind the "An Arm and a Leg" podcast looks back on the stories from 2022 that hit close to home, including insulin pricing, surprise billing, and prenatal testing.

29 Dec 2022

Wafer-thin device could drastically alter the course of treatment for Type 1 diabetes

A quarter-sized device created at Houston Methodist could drastically alter the course of treatment for Type 1 diabetes, a chronic condition that impacts millions of Americans and does not have a cure.

27 Dec 2022

Xanthan gum-based fluid thickener can lower blood glucose levels after eating, study shows

Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a common lifestyle disease that is prevalent worldwide. It can often lead to complications, such as diseases of the heart, and increased risk of death, but preventive measures, such as a healthy diet, can reduce these risks.

27 Dec 2022

Study reveals protective role of CRTC1 in stopping people from overeating high-calorie foods

High-calorie foods-;high in fat, oil, and sugar-;can taste good but often cause overeating, leading to obesity and major health problems. But what stimulates the brain to cause overeating?

23 Dec 2022

Researchers identify a new pathogenic mechanism for diabetes onset in MODY3

In order to treat patients with diabetes in the best possible way it is necessary to understand the disease mechanism. MODY type 3 (MODY3) is a monogenic hereditary form of diabetes, that is caused by a genetic defect in the HNF1A gene.

22 Dec 2022

Study links NAFLD with brain deterioration and identifies a potential therapeutic target

People with liver disease caused by eating too much sugar and fat could be at increased risk of developing serious neurological conditions like depression or dementia.

22 Dec 2022

Brief roundup of research done by experts at UCLA Health

Below is a brief roundup of news and story ideas from the experts at UCLA Health.

21 Dec 2022

Analysis finds more than 100 new genetic risk factors strongly linked to colorectal cancer

A comprehensive analysis of more than 100,000 colorectal cancer (CRC) cases, led by researchers at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle and 200 scientific collaborators worldwide, has identified more than 100 new genetic risk factors strongly linked with the disease.

20 Dec 2022

Developing stem cell sheet for enhancement of angiogenesis which promotes cardiac repair

Myocardial infarction is an ischemic disease in which a coronary artery supplying blood to the heart muscle is stenotic or obstructed, resulting in cardiac tissue necrosis.

16 Dec 2022

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A gloomy outlook for type 1 diabetes in children and adolescents by 2050

Current research on gut microbial modulation with culinary herbs and spices

New research extensively explores 12 distinctive aging traits

Mediterranean diet may benefit health in part by incorporating moderate wine consumption

Early intervention key to managing diabetes, cardiorenal, and metabolic diseases

Is platelet-rich plasma therapy beneficial in treating chronic respiratory disease?

Physical activity inhibits the production of insulin

Olive oil is beneficial for maternal-fetal health

Insulin-like peptide 3 may be a predictor of hypogonadism and age-associated morbidity in older males

Novel approach may prevent antibodies from triggering immune rejection of transplant cells

Study reveals novel role of PPARγ acetylation in macrophages in impairing adipose tissue function

‘An Arm and a Leg’: The year in review, from prenatal testing to insulin pricing

Wafer-thin device could drastically alter the course of treatment for Type 1 diabetes

Xanthan gum-based fluid thickener can lower blood glucose levels after eating, study shows

Study reveals protective role of CRTC1 in stopping people from overeating high-calorie foods

Researchers identify a new pathogenic mechanism for diabetes onset in MODY3

Study links NAFLD with brain deterioration and identifies a potential therapeutic target

Brief roundup of research done by experts at UCLA Health

Analysis finds more than 100 new genetic risk factors strongly linked to colorectal cancer

Developing stem cell sheet for enhancement of angiogenesis which promotes cardiac repair

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