Could vitamin D be the missing link in managing type 2 diabetes? Recent study weighs in
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 Elderberry juice boosts fat burning and gut health in overweight adultsElderberry juice boosts fat burning and gut health in overweight adults
 
A study found that anthocyanin-rich elderberry juice can improve gut microbiota, reduce blood glucose levels, and increase fat oxidation in overweight adults after just one week of consumption.
 
 
 Could vitamin D be the missing link in managing type 2 diabetes? Recent study weighs inCould vitamin D be the missing link in managing type 2 diabetes? Recent study weighs in
 
Vitamin D's role in type 2 diabetes management is evolving, with evidence suggesting it may improve blood sugar levels and reduce diabetes-related inflammation.
 
   Survey reveals lack of awareness about pancreatic cancer risk among adults under age 50Survey reveals lack of awareness about pancreatic cancer risk among adults under age 50
 
While pancreatic cancer rates are rising in people under age 50, a new survey conducted by The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC – James) shows most people continue to believe that pancreatic disease affects only the elderly – and that there is nothing they can do to reduce their risk.
 
   Ultra-processed foods linked to liver disease and insulin resistance in obese childrenUltra-processed foods linked to liver disease and insulin resistance in obese children
 
Ultra-processed food consumption in obese adolescents is linked to insulin resistance and liver disease, stressing the need for improved dietary interventions.
 
   Study links ketogenic diet to improved menstrual healthStudy links ketogenic diet to improved menstrual health
 
Increasing ketones in the blood through a keto diet or supplements may help put irregular menstrual cycles back on schedule or even restart a period that appears to have stalled for good, new research suggests.
 
 Telemedicine and low-carb diet slashes diabetes meds and drives lasting remission
 
Telemedicine and low-carb diet slashes diabetes meds and drives lasting remissionA five-year study on a low-carbohydrate, remote care intervention for type 2 diabetes shows significant improvements in diabetes remission, weight loss, and cardiometabolic health, reducing the need for medications.
 
 
 Ozempic effective for patients with chronic kidney damage
 
Ozempic effective for patients with chronic kidney damageIn a 24-week trial, semaglutide led to a 52% reduction in albuminuria and improved kidney health in individuals with chronic kidney disease and obesity.
 
 
 Study identifies six cancer susceptibility genes
 
Study identifies six cancer susceptibility genesIdentification of six cancer susceptibility genes offers new insights into genetic risk factors, potentially enhancing early detection and treatment strategies.
 
 
 Low-carb diet may improve beta-cell function in type 2 diabetes patients
 
Low-carb diet may improve beta-cell function in type 2 diabetes patientsThis study shows a carbohydrate-restricted diet boosts β-cell function in type 2 diabetes, offering a sustainable approach to manage the disease effectively.
 
 
 New PET scan effectively detects benign insulinomas in the pancreas
 
New PET scan effectively detects benign insulinomas in the pancreasA new PET scan reliably detects benign tumors in the pancreas, according to research led by Radboud university medical center.
 
 
 Having happy intimate partners can help manage stress in old age
 
Having happy intimate partners can help manage stress in old ageHaving happy intimate partners might not only lift our moods, but it also helps us manage stress, especially as we age, according to new University of California, Davis, research.
 
 
 Type 2 diabetes patients may benefit from reduced carbohydrate intake
 
Type 2 diabetes patients may benefit from reduced carbohydrate intakeAdults with type 2 diabetes on a low-carbohydrate diet may see benefits to their beta-cell function allowing them to better manage their disease and possibly discontinue medication, according to new research published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.
 
 
 The hidden effects of opioid use on the endocrine system
 
The hidden effects of opioid use on the endocrine systemA new Scientific Statement released today by the Endocrine Society highlights research gaps associated with the negative effects of opioid use on the endocrine system.
 
 
 Study reveals hormone receptors' role in brain health and neuroprotection
 
Study reveals hormone receptors' role in brain health and neuroprotectionIn a comprehensive review published in the October 2024 issue of Genomic Psychiatry, researchers have unveiled crucial insights into how two types of hormone receptors collaborate to maintain brain health and potentially prevent neurodegenerative diseases.
 
 
 Gut microbiota composition linked to PCOS subtypes: regional and testosterone-based variations found
 
Gut microbiota composition linked to PCOS subtypes: regional and testosterone-based variations foundThis analysis uncovers gut microbiota variations in PCOS, emphasizing the role of testosterone and regional factors in understanding the disorder's complexity.
 
 
 Hunger hormone suppressed by intense exercise, study suggests
 
Hunger hormone suppressed by intense exercise, study suggestsResearch shows high-intensity exercise suppresses appetite by lowering ghrelin levels, with distinct responses observed between male and female participants.
 
 
 Researchers identify genetic markers linked to neuropathic pain
 
Researchers identify genetic markers linked to neuropathic painEuropean researchers have mapped the most comprehensive phenotyping of neuropathic pain and identified genetic markers associated with this serious condition.
 
 
 Breakthrough research reveals neural basis of eating behavior
 
Breakthrough research reveals neural basis of eating behaviorSpeaking, singing, coughing, laughing, yelling, yawning, chewing-;we use our jaws for many purposes. Each action requires a complex coordination of muscles whose activity is managed by neurons in the brain.
 
 
 Later menopause linked to increased asthma risk in women
 
Later menopause linked to increased asthma risk in womenMany studies suggest that an earlier age at menopause is more detrimental to a woman's health, leading to an increased risk for adverse health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, and depression, among others.