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GLP-1 drugs calm inflammation beyond diabetes and weight loss

This Journal of Clinical Investigation review describes how glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1)–based medicines reduce systemic and tissue inflammation through both weight-dependent and weight-independent mechanisms. It details preclinical and clinical evidence linking GLP-1 receptor activation to cardiovascular, renal, hepatic, neural, and joint anti-inflammatory effects while outlining uncertainties and future research needs.

4 Nov 2025

Body temperature and offspring size influence brain size in vertebrates

Vertebrates have extremely different brain sizes: even with the same body size, brain size can vary a hundredfold.

4 Nov 2025

Over one-third of men would rather endure stressful situations than discuss prostate health

A new survey from Orlando Health reveals that over one-third of men (38%) would rather endure stressful situations, such as watching their team lose a big game or being stuck in traffic, than discuss their prostate health.

4 Nov 2025

New review illuminates the intricate connections between gut microbiota and sleep regulation

A comprehensive review published today in Brain Medicine illuminates the intricate connections between gut microbiota and sleep regulation, establishing the microbiota-gut-brain axis as a critical pathway in understanding and potentially treating sleep disorders.

4 Nov 2025

Study shows benefits of telemedicine for people with type 1 diabetes

People with type 1 diabetes achieved significantly better long-term blood glucose when their levels were monitored by healthcare professionals in real time, via a sensor under the skin, and they received regular advice in their daily lives.

4 Nov 2025

How artificial light interferes with liver health

People who work against their internal clock over a long period of time increase the risk of fatty liver. The correlations are complex, but one research team in Bochum is trying to get to the bottom of the issue.

4 Nov 2025

Fruit fly study reveals link between sleep deprivation and eating behavior

Sleep patterns and eating habits can influence each other, but the link between these behaviors remains unclear.

3 Nov 2025

Long-term use of melatonin supplements linked to higher risk of heart failure and death

Long-term use of melatonin supplements, often used to promote sleep and address insomnia, was associated with a higher risk of heart failure diagnosis, heart failure hospitalization and death from any cause in chronic insomnia, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2025.

3 Nov 2025

Healthy lifestyle habits plus GLP-1 RA drugs can improve heart health of people with Type 2 diabetes

People with Type 2 diabetes who combined healthy lifestyle habits with GLP-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) medications had a greater reduction in risk of major adverse cardiovascular events, including heart attack, stroke or cardiovascular disease death, compared to people only taking the medication, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2025.

3 Nov 2025

Sensory effects of flavanols trigger physiological responses in the brain

Astringency is a dry, puckering, rough, or sandpapery sensation in the mouth caused by plant-derived polyphenols.

31 Oct 2025

19 NCAA women's college basketball coaches join hands to support women’s heart health

Both on the court and off, cardiovascular disease is the leading killer of women in the United States, taking the lives of more than 440,000 women each year, according to the American Heart Association, a relentless force changing the future of health for everyone everywhere.

30 Oct 2025

AI-powered app turns consumer wearables into sleep study devices

An app that turns consumer Apple Watches into tools for highly sophisticated sleep stage monitoring was developed by team of researchers led by professor Joyita Dutta at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.

30 Oct 2025

Sertraline contributes to a modest improvement in core depression and anxiety symptoms

One of the most common antidepressants, sertraline, contributes to a modest improvement in core depression and anxiety symptoms, including low mood, within two weeks, finds a new analysis of a major clinical trial led by UCL researchers.

30 Oct 2025

Does fasting earlier in the day improve metabolism? This study says no

In a randomized crossover trial of 31 women with overweight, early and late time-restricted eating (TRE) produced no improvement in insulin sensitivity or cardiometabolic markers under isocaloric conditions. Both schedules, however, shifted internal circadian clocks, highlighting that meal timing affects biological rhythms more than metabolic outcomes.

30 Oct 2025

Eating habits tied to Parkinson’s risk: sweets and processed meats raise odds, fruit lowers them

In a large Italian case-control study, researchers identified data-driven dietary patterns linked to Parkinson’s disease risk. Diets rich in sweets, red and cured meats were associated with higher odds of PD, while fruit, especially citrus, was protective.

29 Oct 2025

Aligning your body clock may protect your heart and metabolism, says AHA

A new American Heart Association scientific statement highlights how maintaining circadian health through regular sleep, light exposure, meal timing, and exercise may reduce cardiometabolic disease risk. Disrupting these daily rhythms can impair glucose regulation, blood pressure, and cardiovascular function.

29 Oct 2025

MIT study reveals what happens inside the brain during sleep deprivation

Nearly everyone has experienced it: After a night of poor sleep, you don't feel as alert as you should. Your brain might seem foggy, and your mind drifts off when you should be paying attention.

29 Oct 2025

Heatwaves can significantly worsen obstructive sleep apnea

During heatwaves, there is an increase in the number of people suffering with obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), according to a major study published today (Wednesday) in the European Respiratory Journal.

29 Oct 2025

Menopause symptoms disrupt daily life, but few women get treatment

A new study from Mayo Clinic underscores the widespread impact of menopause symptoms on midlife women - and raises concern that most are navigating this stage of life without medical care to help manage those challenges.

29 Oct 2025

How branding and peer pressure keep kids hooked on energy drinks

Children and adolescents in North East England still find energy drinks easy to access despite a voluntary UK ban, drawn by taste, price, and powerful marketing. Hydration drinks like PRIME are viewed as “healthier,” even though young consumers often misunderstand their ingredients and health impacts.

28 Oct 2025

Sleep News and Research

Latest Sleep News and Research

GLP-1 drugs calm inflammation beyond diabetes and weight loss

Body temperature and offspring size influence brain size in vertebrates

Over one-third of men would rather endure stressful situations than discuss prostate health

New review illuminates the intricate connections between gut microbiota and sleep regulation

Study shows benefits of telemedicine for people with type 1 diabetes

How artificial light interferes with liver health

Fruit fly study reveals link between sleep deprivation and eating behavior

Long-term use of melatonin supplements linked to higher risk of heart failure and death

Healthy lifestyle habits plus GLP-1 RA drugs can improve heart health of people with Type 2 diabetes

Sensory effects of flavanols trigger physiological responses in the brain

19 NCAA women's college basketball coaches join hands to support women’s heart health

AI-powered app turns consumer wearables into sleep study devices

Sertraline contributes to a modest improvement in core depression and anxiety symptoms

Does fasting earlier in the day improve metabolism? This study says no

Eating habits tied to Parkinson’s risk: sweets and processed meats raise odds, fruit lowers them

Aligning your body clock may protect your heart and metabolism, says AHA

MIT study reveals what happens inside the brain during sleep deprivation

Heatwaves can significantly worsen obstructive sleep apnea

Menopause symptoms disrupt daily life, but few women get treatment

How branding and peer pressure keep kids hooked on energy drinks

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