Metabolism News and Research

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Metabolic alterations found in depressed patients with a history of sexual or physical abuse

A pilot study conducted at the University of Eastern Finland found metabolites related to oxidative stress and the transsulfuration pathway of one-carbon metabolism to be associated with a history of sexual or physical abuse in depressed adolescent outpatients.

11 Apr 2023

Prenatal and early childhood nutritional exposures: a review of the developmental contributions to obesity

Researchers reviewed the latest studies on nutritional exposures during prenatal and early childhood stages.

11 Apr 2023

Antioxidant-rich phenolic compounds: A key to disease prevention, gut health, and brain homeostasis

Researchers report on the benefits of consuming dietary phenols and their relationship with the intestinal microbiome.

10 Apr 2023

Novel amino acid compound treats nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in non-human primates

A recently developed amino acid compound successfully treats nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in non-human primates -; bringing scientists one step closer to the first human treatment for the condition that is rapidly increasing around the world, a study suggests.

10 Apr 2023

Intermittent fasting vs. calorie restriction: which diet reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes more?

Researchers performed randomized controlled trials among adults at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

10 Apr 2023

Alzheimer's risk patients may benefit from Mediterranean keto diet, study shows gut microbiome changes

In a recent study published in the Journal of the Alzheimer's Association (AA), researchers examined the effects of a low-carbohydrate-modified Mediterranean ketogenic diet (MMKD) on the gut microbiome and metabolome of patients at risk for Alzheimer's disease (AD).

9 Apr 2023

Mediterranean diet and the modulation of mitochondrial function

Researchers reviewed the current knowledge related to the Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) and the role of mitochondria concerning health outcomes.

7 Apr 2023

Montana may require insurers to cover monitoring devices for diabetes

In between sets of tumbling warmups, Adrienne Prashar crossed the gym to where she had stashed her diabetes supplies and tested her blood sugar.

7 Apr 2023

Study suggests new strategy to ward off age-related weight gain

New research suggests a strategy to ward off age-related weight gain, which could prevent obesity and associated health disorders like Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and chronic inflammation.

7 Apr 2023

The impact of perinatal low-calorie sweetener exposure on the development of neural systems involved in metabolic regulation

A study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation Insight reveals that consumption of low-calorie sweeteners during pregnancy can affect the metabolism and neural development of the offspring.

6 Apr 2023

Parkinson's linked to higher levels of pheomelanin in brain: Could it be a biomarker or treatment target?

Researchers discover that the substantia nigra of individuals with Parkinson’s disease had a higher concentration of pheomelanin.

6 Apr 2023

UCI biologists discover how to ward off harmful effects caused by a high-fat diet

Eating lots of fats increases the risk of metabolic disorders, but the mechanisms behind the problem have not been well understood.

5 Apr 2023

Interplay between Western diet, gut microbiota, and cancer development

In a review article published in the journal Seminars in Immunology, scientists have explored the relationship between the Western diet, gut microbiota, and cancer development.

4 Apr 2023

The interaction between white adipose tissue mitochondria and gut microbiota in obesity

Researchers explored the interaction of white adipose tissue mitochondria with gut microbiota in obesity.

4 Apr 2023

Live attenuated nasal vaccine elicits superior immunity to SARS-CoV-2 variants in hamsters

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers have been working on mucosal vaccines that can be administered through the nose.

4 Apr 2023

What role do dietary lipids play in the gut-brain axis in type 2 diabetes mellitus?

Researchers examined the significance of dietary lipids in the gut-brain axis of individuals with T2DM.

4 Apr 2023

Increased expression of collagens can drive longer lifespan at warm temperatures

Researchers have long known that many animals live longer in colder climates than in warmer climates.

4 Apr 2023

Optibrium appoints computational modelling expert, Dr Hamed Tabatabaei Ghomi as Head of Research

Optibrium, a leading developer of software and AI solutions for drug discovery, today announced the appointment of Dr Hamed Tabatabaei Ghomi as Head of Research.

From Optibrium Ltd. 4 Apr 2023

Birth weight and maternal BMI modify the relationship between obesity and mortality rate

Obesity is a significant risk factor for premature mortality due to the predisposition to metabolic and cardiovascular disease. However, is this effect independent of the birth weight? A new research paper examines this aspect of adult obesity, measuring the effect of parental body mass index (BMI) and birth weight on the mortality risk.

3 Apr 2023

Statins do not exacerbate muscle injury or pain after moderate-intensity exercise

Statin therapy does not exacerbate muscle injury, pain or fatigue in people engaging in moderate-intensity exercise, such as walking, according to a study published today in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

3 Apr 2023

Metabolism News and Research

Latest Metabolism News and Research

Metabolic alterations found in depressed patients with a history of sexual or physical abuse

Prenatal and early childhood nutritional exposures: a review of the developmental contributions to obesity

Antioxidant-rich phenolic compounds: A key to disease prevention, gut health, and brain homeostasis

Novel amino acid compound treats nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in non-human primates

Intermittent fasting vs. calorie restriction: which diet reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes more?

Alzheimer's risk patients may benefit from Mediterranean keto diet, study shows gut microbiome changes

Mediterranean diet and the modulation of mitochondrial function

Montana may require insurers to cover monitoring devices for diabetes

Study suggests new strategy to ward off age-related weight gain

The impact of perinatal low-calorie sweetener exposure on the development of neural systems involved in metabolic regulation

Parkinson's linked to higher levels of pheomelanin in brain: Could it be a biomarker or treatment target?

UCI biologists discover how to ward off harmful effects caused by a high-fat diet

Interplay between Western diet, gut microbiota, and cancer development

The interaction between white adipose tissue mitochondria and gut microbiota in obesity

Live attenuated nasal vaccine elicits superior immunity to SARS-CoV-2 variants in hamsters

What role do dietary lipids play in the gut-brain axis in type 2 diabetes mellitus?

Increased expression of collagens can drive longer lifespan at warm temperatures

Optibrium appoints computational modelling expert, Dr Hamed Tabatabaei Ghomi as Head of Research

Birth weight and maternal BMI modify the relationship between obesity and mortality rate

Statins do not exacerbate muscle injury or pain after moderate-intensity exercise

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production