Understanding the sudden rise of type 2 diabetes in children

The metabolic disorder was long known as a disease of adulthood. Now, it’s spiking in kids and teens, with worrisome consequences.

Updated on: August 05,2024 0

Understanding the sudden rise of type 2 diabetes in children

The metabolic disorder was long known as a disease of adulthood. Now, it’s spiking in kids and teens, with worrisome consequences.

Updated on:August 05,2024 0

Tools for more accurate obesity risk assessment based on sex, ethnicity

by Anna Zarra Aldrich,University of ConnecticutJacob Earp (left) and graduate students Davina Robinson (center) and Carlos Rehbein (right). Credit: Jason Sheldon/UConn PhotoFor decades, health c

Updated on: February 05,2024 15

Tools for more accurate obesity risk assessment based on sex, ethnicity

by Anna Zarra Aldrich,University of ConnecticutJacob Earp (left) and graduate students Davina Robinson (center) and Carlos Rehbein (right). Credit: Jason Sheldon/UConn PhotoFor decades, health c

Updated on:February 05,2024 15

Exercise during pregnancy may yield metabolic benefits in grandchildren

by Alvin Powell,Harvard UniversityEffects of grandmaternal exercise on F2 body weights and composition. Body weight of male (A) and female (B) F2 during the first year of life. Fat mass and lean

Updated on: February 05,2024 15

Exercise during pregnancy may yield metabolic benefits in grandchildren

by Alvin Powell,Harvard UniversityEffects of grandmaternal exercise on F2 body weights and composition. Body weight of male (A) and female (B) F2 during the first year of life. Fat mass and lean

Updated on:February 05,2024 15

Global experts call for ten urgent actions to address declining male fertility

by Mike Addelman,University of ManchesterWorldwide, limited data exist on sperm concentration in men. A summary of sperm concentration from a selection of available studies (blue) for world regi

Updated on: January 18,2024 10

Global experts call for ten urgent actions to address declining male fertility

by Mike Addelman,University of ManchesterWorldwide, limited data exist on sperm concentration in men. A summary of sperm concentration from a selection of available studies (blue) for world regi

Updated on:January 18,2024 10

Age-related hearing loss can lead to lower body mass index and total body fat

by University of OuluRegional association plots at the FTO locus for body mass index (BMI) and age-related hearing impairment (ARHI) risk. The hit single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNP) rs1558902

Updated on: May 07,2024 16

Age-related hearing loss can lead to lower body mass index and total body fat

by University of OuluRegional association plots at the FTO locus for body mass index (BMI) and age-related hearing impairment (ARHI) risk. The hit single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNP) rs1558902

Updated on:May 07,2024 16

Study identifies potential treatment target for prostate cancer resistant to hormone therapy

by Laurie Fickman,University of HoustonTRAF4 overexpression promotes 22Rv1 and VCaP cell androgen-independent cell growth. (A) MTS cell proliferation assay was performed in TRAF4 overexpressing

Updated on: January 22,2024 24

Study identifies potential treatment target for prostate cancer resistant to hormone therapy

by Laurie Fickman,University of HoustonTRAF4 overexpression promotes 22Rv1 and VCaP cell androgen-independent cell growth. (A) MTS cell proliferation assay was performed in TRAF4 overexpressing

Updated on:January 22,2024 24

Weight loss caused by common diabetes drug tied to 'anti-hunger' molecule in study

byStanford University Medical CenterMetformin 500mg tablets. Credit: public domainAn "anti-hunger" molecule produced after vigorous exercise is responsible for the moderate weight loss

Updated on: March 27,2024 0

Weight loss caused by common diabetes drug tied to 'anti-hunger' molecule in study

byStanford University Medical CenterMetformin 500mg tablets. Credit: public domainAn "anti-hunger" molecule produced after vigorous exercise is responsible for the moderate weight loss

Updated on:March 27,2024 0

Estrogen possible risk factor in disturbed heart rhythm

by Linköping UniversitySara Liin, associate professor at Linköping University. Credit: Emma Busk Winquist/Linköping UniversityThe sex hormone estrogen has a negative impact on heartbeat regulatio

Updated on: January 28,2024 18

Estrogen possible risk factor in disturbed heart rhythm

by Linköping UniversitySara Liin, associate professor at Linköping University. Credit: Emma Busk Winquist/Linköping UniversityThe sex hormone estrogen has a negative impact on heartbeat regulatio

Updated on:January 28,2024 18

Metabolic BMI can predict the risk of type 2 diabetes in normal-weight patients

by Lund UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainObesity and excess weight increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, but individuals of normal weight can also develop the disease. Resear

Updated on: January 28,2024 23

Metabolic BMI can predict the risk of type 2 diabetes in normal-weight patients

by Lund UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainObesity and excess weight increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, but individuals of normal weight can also develop the disease. Resear

Updated on:January 28,2024 23

Insulin-inhibitory receptor research offers hope for type 2 diabetes therapy

by Verena Schulz,Helmholtz Association of German Research CentresCentral inceptor immunoreactivity is restricted to neurons, including those regulating energy and glucose metabolism. Credit:&nbs

Updated on: March 14,2024 14

Insulin-inhibitory receptor research offers hope for type 2 diabetes therapy

by Verena Schulz,Helmholtz Association of German Research CentresCentral inceptor immunoreactivity is restricted to neurons, including those regulating energy and glucose metabolism. Credit:&nbs

Updated on:March 14,2024 14

Chrononutrition: Timing of meals matters for your health

byNIH/National Heart, Lung and Blood InstituteCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainMost people have engaged in late-night eating at some point—whether it's with ice cream before bedtime or pizz

Updated on: January 20,2024 13

Chrononutrition: Timing of meals matters for your health

byNIH/National Heart, Lung and Blood InstituteCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainMost people have engaged in late-night eating at some point—whether it's with ice cream before bedtime or pizz

Updated on:January 20,2024 13

Research shows PFAS exposure may delay girls' puberty

by Bill Bangert,University of CincinnatiEstrogen biosynthesis pathway (circulating hormones and at tissue level). Note: DHEA, dehydroepiandrosterone; OH, hydroxy. Credit:Environmental Heal

Updated on: January 17,2024 18

Research shows PFAS exposure may delay girls' puberty

by Bill Bangert,University of CincinnatiEstrogen biosynthesis pathway (circulating hormones and at tissue level). Note: DHEA, dehydroepiandrosterone; OH, hydroxy. Credit:Environmental Heal

Updated on:January 17,2024 18