Metabolism News and Research

Latest Metabolism News and Research

Low serotonin levels observed in long COVID and other viral infections

Researchers identify a pathophysiological mechanism linking serotonin reduction to the multifaceted etiology of post-acute sequelae of COVID-19.

20 Oct 2023

First-of-its kind hormone replacement therapy improves symptoms in patients with adrenal conditions

A first-of-its kind hormone replacement therapy that more closely replicates the natural circadian and ultradian rhythms of our hormones has shown to improve symptoms in patients with adrenal conditions.

19 Oct 2023

Potato starch supplement may help prevent gvhd in bone marrow transplant patients

Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and the University of Michigan conducted a phase I pilot study to assess the feasibility of using potato starch as a dietary intervention to modify the gut microbiome in bone marrow transplant patients.

19 Oct 2023

Lactate-producing intratumoral bacteria drive resistance to radiation therapy

Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have discovered that lactate-producing intratumoral bacteria drives resistance to radiation therapy, suggesting that lactic acid-producing bacteria present in various cancers may serve as novel therapeutic targets.

19 Oct 2023

SNSF prize winner investigates the role of intestinal bacteria in morbid obesity

The winner of this year's Marie Heim-Vögtlin Prize is Maria Luisa Balmer. The SNSF is awarding her the prize for her research into intestinal bacteria and their role in the development of diabetes and morbid obesity.

19 Oct 2023

How the gut microbiome contributes to schizophrenia

Researchers explore potential relationships between schizophrenia, the gut microbiome, the gut-brain axis, and short-chain fatty acids.

19 Oct 2023

Study sheds light on how NAD+ levels decline with age in the ovaries, affecting fertility

A woman's fertility normally decreases by her late 30s with reproductive function eventually ceasing at menopause.

18 Oct 2023

Multidrug-resistant E.coli outcompete harmless strains to take over the gut, study reveals

Different strains of E.coli can outcompete one another to take over the gut, a new study reveals.

17 Oct 2023

Oral diabetes and obesity meds danuglipron and orforglipron show promise but have gastrointestinal drawbacks

New orally-administered GLP-1 receptor agonists danuglipron and orforglipron show promise in treating type 2 diabetes and obesity, according to a systematic review. While effective in glycemic control and weight reduction, these drugs come with gastrointestinal side effects that may lead to treatment discontinuation.

17 Oct 2023

Mitochondrial protein CHCHD2 plays important role in glioblastoma progression

Glioblastoma is the most common type of brain tumor that affects adults and, unfortunately, still remains incurable. In a new study, researchers have demonstrated that a specific mitochondrial protein plays an important role in glioblastoma, and can therefore be used as a potential target to reduce tumors.

17 Oct 2023

Texas A&M researchers win NIH grant to study metabolism in people with Down syndrome

A team of researchers at the Texas A&M University School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) has received a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to research metabolism in people with Down syndrome.

17 Oct 2023

Metabolic benefits of Ramadan intermittent fasting revealed: key lipid changes and inflammatory marker improvements

The lipidomic changes during Ramadan diurnal intermittent fasting (RIF) among obese individuals.

17 Oct 2023

Impact of ketogenic diets on breast cancer

The therapeutic potential of the ketogenic diet (KD) for breast cancer (BC).

17 Oct 2023

Cultivating strength: How yogurt boosts skeletal muscle health

This comprehensive review in Nutrients explores yogurt as a protein source, highlighting its beneficial effects on skeletal muscle health and digestibility compared to milk. The study suggests that yogurt not only aids in muscle protein synthesis but could also be advantageous in maintaining muscle mass during weight loss programs.

16 Oct 2023

Can herbal remedies, spices, and dietary fibers offer effective treatment options for children with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

The positive effects and adverse reactions of spices, dietary fiber, and medicinal herbs for pediatric patients with IBS.

16 Oct 2023

Study discovers link between birthweight and onset of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in young people

A groundbreaking new study, presented today at UEG Week 2023, has discovered a significant connection between birthweight and the onset of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, now known as metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), in young people.

15 Oct 2023

Calorie restriction may rejuvenate muscles and activate biological pathways for healthy aging

Reducing overall calorie intake may rejuvenate your muscles and activate biological pathways important for good health, according to researchers at the National Institutes of Health and their colleagues.

13 Oct 2023

Intracellular journey: The penetration of antidepressants into cells, organelles, and membranes

Researchers in neuropsychopharmacology challenge conventional wisdom about antidepressants' actions, revealing significant intracellular activity that influences their effectiveness. Utilizing advanced technologies, the study prompts a reevaluation of drug targeting and mechanisms, opening new avenues for treating depression.

12 Oct 2023

Does your gut microbiome play a role in therapeutic outcomes?

The role of the gut microbiome and its metabolites in altering the therapeutic outcomes

12 Oct 2023

Is there an association between vitamin D deficiency and sepsis mortality?

The impact of deficient serum vitamin D levels on sepsis prognosis.

12 Oct 2023

Metabolism News and Research

Latest Metabolism News and Research

Low serotonin levels observed in long COVID and other viral infections

First-of-its kind hormone replacement therapy improves symptoms in patients with adrenal conditions

Potato starch supplement may help prevent gvhd in bone marrow transplant patients

Lactate-producing intratumoral bacteria drive resistance to radiation therapy

SNSF prize winner investigates the role of intestinal bacteria in morbid obesity

How the gut microbiome contributes to schizophrenia

Study sheds light on how NAD+ levels decline with age in the ovaries, affecting fertility

Multidrug-resistant E.coli outcompete harmless strains to take over the gut, study reveals

Oral diabetes and obesity meds danuglipron and orforglipron show promise but have gastrointestinal drawbacks

Mitochondrial protein CHCHD2 plays important role in glioblastoma progression

Texas A&M researchers win NIH grant to study metabolism in people with Down syndrome

Metabolic benefits of Ramadan intermittent fasting revealed: key lipid changes and inflammatory marker improvements

Impact of ketogenic diets on breast cancer

Cultivating strength: How yogurt boosts skeletal muscle health

Can herbal remedies, spices, and dietary fibers offer effective treatment options for children with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

Study discovers link between birthweight and onset of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in young people

Calorie restriction may rejuvenate muscles and activate biological pathways for healthy aging

Intracellular journey: The penetration of antidepressants into cells, organelles, and membranes

Does your gut microbiome play a role in therapeutic outcomes?

Is there an association between vitamin D deficiency and sepsis mortality?

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