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PPARs and PROTACs: A new strategy in cancer therapeutics

The growing challenge in cancer therapy lies in overcoming tumor heterogeneity, drug resistance, and associated side effects.

13 Sep 2024

High linoleic acid intake during pregnancy may harm fetal growth and raise obesity risk

High maternal linoleic acid intake during pregnancy may impact fetal development and increase the risk of obesity and inflammation in offspring. However, more research is needed to fully understand these effects in humans.

10 Sep 2024

Researchers propose ketogenic diet as a novel treatment for anorexia nervosa

Research identifies a neurobiological model supporting a ketogenic diet as a therapeutic approach for anorexia nervosa, addressing both metabolic and psychological factors.

9 Sep 2024

Lipidomics and metabolomics as potential biomarkers for breast cancer progression

This review highlights the potential of lipidomic and metabolomic biomarkers in predicting breast cancer prognosis and therapy response, enhancing patient care.

5 Sep 2024

Understanding the impact of BMI on colorectal cancer risk in Asia

Researchers report that body mass index values in Asians population may predict the risk of developing colorectal cancer.

4 Sep 2024

Gut bacteria pathways directly linked to insomnia risk identified

Study uncovers a causal link between specific gut microbiome metabolic pathways and insomnia, highlighting potential therapeutic targets for improving sleep quality.

3 Sep 2024

Lightly roasted coffee: Benefits for overweight individuals

Study found that consuming lightly roasted coffee rich in polyphenols significantly reduced body fat percentage and modestly increased muscle mass in overweight or obese individuals.

1 Sep 2024

Improved IVF success with the Mediterranean diet, study shows

Review highlights that adherence to the Mediterranean diet may improve clinical pregnancy and live birth rates in couples undergoing assisted reproduction, though findings are inconsistent, and more research is needed.

27 Aug 2024

Kynurenine pathway blockade shows promise for restoring brain metabolism in Alzheimer's

Among the many ways neuroscientists think Alzheimer's disease may strip away brain function is by disrupting the glucose metabolism needed to fuel the healthy brain.

22 Aug 2024

Cancer drug holds promise as a new treatment for neurodegenerative diseases

A type of drug developed for treating cancer holds promise as a new treatment for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, according to a recent study by researchers at Penn State, Stanford University and an international team of collaborators.

22 Aug 2024

Very-low-calorie keto diet slashes fat and oxidative stress, boosting metabolic health in obesity

Study reveals that an 11-week, very-low-calorie ketogenic diet significantly reduces body fat and improves glucose metabolism in obese individuals, while also lowering oxidative stress markers, indicating better overall metabolic health.

14 Aug 2024

Study finds no clinically useful biomarkers for long COVID in routine lab tests

Whether tests in current use were adequate to identify post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 (PASC).

14 Aug 2024

Consuming foods with erythritol increases risk of cardiovascular events, study shows

New Cleveland Clinic research shows that consuming foods with erythritol, a popular artificial sweetener, increases risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke.

8 Aug 2024

Healthy diet and exercise can mitigate genetic risk for type 2 diabetes, study finds

A new study from the University of Eastern Finland is the first in the world to show that a healthy diet and regular exercise reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes even in individuals with a high genetic risk.

7 Aug 2024

Xanthones show promise in diabetes with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties

Research reveals xanthones as promising agents in diabetes management, offering antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and insulin-sensitizing benefits.

29 Jul 2024

Massive weight loss improves metabolism, mood, and decision-making in obese individuals

People who are severely overweight (obese) not only exhibit altered risk behavior, but also changes in their metabolism and psyche.

16 Jul 2024

Twincretin drug Tirzepatide shows unmatched efficacy in weight loss and diabetes management

Tirzepatide, a novel twincretin drug, significantly improves weight loss and glycemic control in obese and type 2 diabetes patients, outperforming traditional treatments in clinical trials.

15 Jul 2024

Study finds dried fruit consumption lowers type 2 diabetes risk

Recent research shows that higher dried fruit intake is linked to a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, highlighting potential health benefits despite its sugar content.

14 Jul 2024

AI analysis of Reddit reveals public interest in GLP-1 drugs for weight loss and mental health benefits

Researchers analyzed over 391,000 Reddit discussions using AI to study public perceptions of GLP-1 RAs, finding high interest in weight loss, side effects, and access issues, with mostly neutral-to-positive sentiment.

14 Jul 2024

Do probiotics really benefit healthy people?

Recent research in Advances In Nutrition reviews the benefits of probiotics for healthy individuals, highlighting evidence gaps and the need for further study to support preventive recommendations.

14 Jul 2024

Glucose Metabolism News and Research

PPARs and PROTACs: A new strategy in cancer therapeutics

High linoleic acid intake during pregnancy may harm fetal growth and raise obesity risk

Researchers propose ketogenic diet as a novel treatment for anorexia nervosa

Lipidomics and metabolomics as potential biomarkers for breast cancer progression

Understanding the impact of BMI on colorectal cancer risk in Asia

Gut bacteria pathways directly linked to insomnia risk identified

Lightly roasted coffee: Benefits for overweight individuals

Improved IVF success with the Mediterranean diet, study shows

Kynurenine pathway blockade shows promise for restoring brain metabolism in Alzheimer's

Cancer drug holds promise as a new treatment for neurodegenerative diseases

Very-low-calorie keto diet slashes fat and oxidative stress, boosting metabolic health in obesity

Study finds no clinically useful biomarkers for long COVID in routine lab tests

Consuming foods with erythritol increases risk of cardiovascular events, study shows

Healthy diet and exercise can mitigate genetic risk for type 2 diabetes, study finds

Xanthones show promise in diabetes with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties

Massive weight loss improves metabolism, mood, and decision-making in obese individuals

Twincretin drug Tirzepatide shows unmatched efficacy in weight loss and diabetes management

Study finds dried fruit consumption lowers type 2 diabetes risk

AI analysis of Reddit reveals public interest in GLP-1 drugs for weight loss and mental health benefits

Do probiotics really benefit healthy people?

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