Some obesity-related genes protect people from type 2 diabetes
Some obesity-related genes protect people from type 2 diabetes, while others increase risk: New research presented today at the Diabetes UK Professional Conference 2023 and...
Tag: metabolism
Genetic background has an effect on the metabolism of essential fatty acids
Genetic background has an effect on the metabolism of the essential polyunsaturated fatty acids alpha-linolenic acid and linoleic acid, a recent study from the University...
Can the super-lean really eat what they like?
Can some people really eat what they like and not gain weight? Scientists shed light on the diet and lifestyles of the super-lean. An international...
Physical activity protects against type 2 diabetes by modifying metabolism
Physical activity protects against type 2 diabetes by modifying metabolism: Regular physical activity significantly changes the body's metabolite profile, and many of these changes are...
‘Weak’ and ‘strong’ cells bonding boosts body’s diabetes fight
'Weak' and 'strong' cells bonding boosts body's diabetes fight: Scientists have broadened our understanding of how 'weak' cells bond with their more mature cellular counterparts to...
Benefits of oat and rye bran fibres
Oat and rye bran fibres alter gut microbiota, reducing weight gain and hepatic inflammation. In a newly published experimental study, the consumption of dietary fibre...
Air pollution exposure impairs cellular energy metabolism
Air pollution exposure impairs cellular energy metabolism according to new research. Exposure to air particulate matter impairs the metabolism of olfactory mucosal cells, according to...
Advanced understanding of brain command centers
The dissection of how the brain’s interface controlling metabolism evolves during brain development is now understood from a recent study. The study team led by...
When not to drink grapefruit juice
When not to drink grapefruit juice: Have you ever seen the contraindication on your medication – Do not take this medicine with grapefruit juice –...
Gestational diabetes increases risk of depression after birth
Mothers diagnosed with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) have an elevated risk of developing postpartum depression symptoms, according to a new Finnish study. Gestational diabetes mellitus...
