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CT scans can predict type 2 diabetes risk

Analysis of CT scans in people who undergo imaging for health screening can identify individuals at risk of type 2 diabetes, according to a study published today in Radiology, a journal of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

6 Aug 2024

Dr. Carrie Elks receives $1.4 million NIDDK grant to explore fat cell communication and insulin resistance

The National Institutes of Health's National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, or NIDDK, awarded Pennington Biomedical researcher Dr. Carrie Elks a grant of $1.4 million to explore insulin resistance and inflammation in fat cells.

5 Aug 2024

State-level insulin cost caps ineffective in increasing insulin use among diabetes patients

In a first-of-its-kind study, a cohort of researchers, led by the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, evaluated the effects of state-level insulin out-of-pocket costs across states and payers and over time.

5 Aug 2024

Research highlights need for gender-specific diagnosis of heart failure in type 2 diabetes patients

A MedUni Vienna study has investigated gender-specific differences in the diagnosis of systolic heart failure in patients with type 2 diabetes.

5 Aug 2024

Diabetes accelerates the onset of severe long-term conditions by 15-20 years, cutting life expectancy

A study in Nature Medicine reveals that diabetes accelerates the onset of multiple long-term conditions by 15-20 years, significantly reducing life expectancy in English adults.

4 Aug 2024

Public insurance recipients less likely to receive diabetes and obesity drug, study reveals

A new USC study suggests that publicly insured individuals who are most likely to benefit from new drugs for diabetes and obesity are less likely to get them than those with private insurance.

2 Aug 2024

New research reveals keto diet’s impact on cholesterol and gut microbiome

A study from the University of Bath reveals that ketogenic low-carbohydrate diets can increase cholesterol levels and reduce beneficial gut bacteria, specifically Bifidobacterium.

2 Aug 2024

BYU researchers develop first national glycemic index database for U.S. diets

Karen Della Corte, BYU nutrition and dietetics professor, recently authored a new study, published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, that developed a national glycemic index (GI) and glycemic load (GL) database to offer insights into the evolving quality of carbohydrates consumed in the United States, something that hadn't been done previously.

31 Jul 2024

Penn researchers find a way to tease apart genetic and environmental effects of disease risk

Every disease is shaped by a genetic component as well as environmental factors like air pollution, climate and socioeconomic status.

30 Jul 2024

Epigenetic reprogramming and hypothalamic changes in metabolic syndrome

Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a multifaceted disorder that impacts approximately 20–25% of the global population.

30 Jul 2024

Study reveals curcumin’s antidepressant effects in obese type 2 diabetes patients

A randomized clinical trial (RCT) to investigate the effectiveness of curcumin in lowering depression among obese individuals with diabetes mellitus type 2 (T2DM).

30 Jul 2024

Weight loss guaranteed! But what impact on your diet? A review of GLP-1 and GIP/GLP-1 interventions

Researchers reviewed studies on dietary impacts of GLP-1 and GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonists in obesity and T2D patients, finding significant caloric reduction but limited evaluation of dietary composition.

29 Jul 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

Semaglutide may reduce smoking risks for diabetes patients

Semaglutide shows promise in reducing tobacco use disorder-related health encounters in patients with type 2 diabetes, but further clinical trials are needed to confirm its efficacy.

29 Jul 2024

Study unveils dual roles of TNF-α receptors in tissue regeneration and cell death

A study published in The EMBO Journal opens new perspectives to better understand how the molecular mechanisms involved in regenerative medicine work.

29 Jul 2024

Study identifies non-statin cholesterol drugs with potential to lower liver cancer risk

Past studies have suggested that taking cholesterol-lowering statin drugs may lower individuals' risk of developing liver cancer.

29 Jul 2024

Study suggests lifetime selection biases skew positive health claims in alcohol research

Researchers identified and tested study characteristics that may bias estimates of all-cause mortality risk associated with low-volume alcohol consumption using theory and evidence.

29 Jul 2024

GLP-1-based polyagonists: A promising weight loss alternative to bariatric surgery

Researchers highlight the unprecedented success of GLP-1-based multi-receptor drugs in achieving substantial weight loss and improved health outcomes, potentially replacing bariatric surgery for obesity treatment.

28 Jul 2024

How diet affects metabolism and the gut microbiome

In a recent review, researchers explored advances in molecular nutrition, focusing on pharmaceutical and dietary interventions for energy balance and their interactions with the gut microbiome. They also discussed emerging dietary patterns and the implications of microbiome research on nutrition.

28 Jul 2024

Study finds genetic factors key to post-stroke cardiovascular risks

Research identifies genetic and molecular risk factors for cardiovascular outcomes after an initial stroke, uncovering potential therapeutic targets to improve patient prognoses.

28 Jul 2024

Type 2 Diabetes News and Research

Latest Type 2 Diabetes News and Research

CT scans can predict type 2 diabetes risk

Dr. Carrie Elks receives $1.4 million NIDDK grant to explore fat cell communication and insulin resistance

State-level insulin cost caps ineffective in increasing insulin use among diabetes patients

Research highlights need for gender-specific diagnosis of heart failure in type 2 diabetes patients

Diabetes accelerates the onset of severe long-term conditions by 15-20 years, cutting life expectancy

Public insurance recipients less likely to receive diabetes and obesity drug, study reveals

New research reveals keto diet’s impact on cholesterol and gut microbiome

BYU researchers develop first national glycemic index database for U.S. diets

Penn researchers find a way to tease apart genetic and environmental effects of disease risk

Epigenetic reprogramming and hypothalamic changes in metabolic syndrome

Study reveals curcumin’s antidepressant effects in obese type 2 diabetes patients

Weight loss guaranteed! But what impact on your diet? A review of GLP-1 and GIP/GLP-1 interventions

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

Semaglutide may reduce smoking risks for diabetes patients

Study unveils dual roles of TNF-α receptors in tissue regeneration and cell death

Study identifies non-statin cholesterol drugs with potential to lower liver cancer risk

Study suggests lifetime selection biases skew positive health claims in alcohol research

GLP-1-based polyagonists: A promising weight loss alternative to bariatric surgery

How diet affects metabolism and the gut microbiome

Study finds genetic factors key to post-stroke cardiovascular risks

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