Ashwagandha: What does the science say?
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 How gut bacteria regulate stress and sleep cyclesHow gut bacteria regulate stress and sleep cycles
 
This study reveals that gut microbiota, particularly Lactobacillus species, regulate the daily rhythm of stress hormones like corticosterone, influencing stress responses and brain function at different times of the day. Disruptions in gut bacteria lead to altered stress responses and increased susceptibility to disorders like depression.
 
 
 Ashwagandha: What does the science say?Ashwagandha: What does the science say?
 
Ashwagandha supplementation may offer natural relief from anxiety and stress, with studies highlighting its role in enhancing mental well-being and resilience.
 
   New drug strategy reverses resistance to immunotherapy in pancreatic cancerNew drug strategy reverses resistance to immunotherapy in pancreatic cancer
 
A new drug strategy that regulates the tumor immune microenvironment may transform a tumor that resists immunotherapy into a susceptible one, according to a study by researchers from the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center and Oregon Health & Science University.
 
   Scientists discover new breakthrough in weight loss and diabetes treatmentScientists discover new breakthrough in weight loss and diabetes treatment
 
Scientists at the University of Copenhagen have discovered a new weight loss drug target that reduces appetite, increases energy expenditure, and improves insulin sensitivity without causing nausea or loss of muscle mass.
 
   Progress in early detection and screening methods for pancreatic cancerProgress in early detection and screening methods for pancreatic cancer
 
The evolution of pancreatic cancer screening technologies is pivotal for early detection, addressing key challenges to enhance survival rates and patient care.
 
 Mediterranean diet may reduce type-2 diabetes risk in fatty liver patients
 
Mediterranean diet may reduce type-2 diabetes risk in fatty liver patientsResearchers investigate how Mediterranean diet adherence reduces risk of type-2 diabetes in adults with metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease.
 
 
 Tirzepatide significantly reduces weight and diabetes risk in patients with obesity and prediabetes
 
Tirzepatide significantly reduces weight and diabetes risk in patients with obesity and prediabetesTirzepatide shows promise in reducing weight and preventing diabetes progression in people with obesity and prediabetes, with lasting benefits and manageable side effects.
 
 
 Comparing camel, cow, and goat milk: Which is best for diabetes and heart health?
 
Comparing camel, cow, and goat milk: Which is best for diabetes and heart health?Camel milk's nutritional profile supports diabetes and heart health, offering superior metabolic benefits over cow and goat milk for chronic disease management.
 
 
 GLP-1 and SGLT2 inhibitors show promise in preventing recurrent stroke and heart attack
 
GLP-1 and SGLT2 inhibitors show promise in preventing recurrent stroke and heart attackGLP-1 receptor agonists and SGLT2 inhibitors, two classes of medications most commonly prescribed to treat Type 2 diabetes or weight loss, may reduce the risk of heart attack, second strokes and death in adults who had an initial stroke, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.
 
 
 Semaglutide and type 2 diabetes: Efficacy, safety, and outcomes
 
Semaglutide and type 2 diabetes: Efficacy, safety, and outcomesSemaglutide offers a multifaceted approach to type 2 diabetes treatment, enhancing insulin release and reducing blood sugar through glucagon suppression.
 
 
 Genetic and environmental drivers shape early type 1 diabetes risk in children
 
Genetic and environmental drivers shape early type 1 diabetes risk in childrenResearchers from the TEDDY study highlight how specific genetic and environmental factors may drive early autoimmunity linked to type 1 diabetes in children, emphasizing distinct patterns for different autoantibodies.
 
 
 New study links circadian gene variants to winter depression
 
New study links circadian gene variants to winter depressionVariants of the PER3 gene disrupt adrenal adaptation to winter light, leading to serotonin disruption and depression-like behaviors in humanized mice models.
 
 
 Growth hormone-releasing hormone transforms therapeutic potential in health and chronic disease
 
Growth hormone-releasing hormone transforms therapeutic potential in health and chronic diseaseResearchers review the biological activities of growth hormone-releasing hormone and its analogs.