Mediterranean diet lowers risk of multiple heart and metabolic diseases

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	Mediterranean diet lowers risk of multiple heart and metabolic diseases Adhering to the Mediterranean diet reduces the risk of developing a second cardiometabolic disease, especially over shorter follow-up periods, with social class influencing the diet’s impact.

	New glucose-sensitive insulin NNC2215 could transform diabetes care by lowering hypoglycemia risk NNC2215, a glucose-sensitive insulin, offers improved glycemic control by dynamically adjusting to blood sugar levels, reducing hypoglycemia in diabetes care.

			Expanding access to GLP-1 weight-loss drugs could save thousands of lives Researchers estimate that expanding access to weight-loss drugs could save over 50,000 lives annually, reducing obesity rates and addressing health inequities. Current drug uptake levels prevent far fewer deaths.

			New guidelines focus on preventing first strokes through healthy living Healthy lifestyle behaviors, such as good nutrition, smoking cessation and being physically active, along with routine health screenings and managing risk factors for cardiovascular disease and stroke with medication, can help prevent individuals from having a first stroke.

			Ultra-processed foods linked to higher blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 diabetes Consuming more ultra-processed foods -; from diet sodas to packaged crackers to certain cereals and yogurts -; is closely linked with higher blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 diabetes, a team of researchers in nutritional sciences, kinesiology and health education at The University of Texas at Austin have found.

	Microplastics accelerate aging and inflammation in fat tissue, increasing risk of chronic disease Researchers investigate the effects of microplastic exposure on the normal aging and function of adipose tissue.

	New study reveals two-thirds of diabetic men suffer from erectile dysfunction Erectile dysfunction (ED) affects up to 66% of diabetic men globally, with risk factors like age, long-term diabetes, and obesity playing a significant role. The study emphasizes the urgent need for early diagnosis and effective diabetes management to reduce the burden of ED

	Ozempic and similar drugs may lower risks for opioid and alcohol use disorders A new study published in the scientific journal Addiction has found that people with opioid or alcohol use disorder (OUD, AUD) who take Ozempic or similar medications to treat diabetic/weight-related conditions appear to have a 40% lower rate of opioid overdose and a 50% lower rate of alcohol intoxication than people with OUD and AUD who do not take Ozempic or similar medications.

	Ultra-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.

	Cost-effectiveness of combining weight loss drugs and surgery Newer weight loss drugs are cost effective in the long term only when combined with bariatric weight loss surgery, according to a study presented at the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress 2024 in San Francisco, California.

	Electronic nudges improve flu vaccination rates in non-diabetic patients but fail to increase uptake in diabetics Electronic nudges had a small impact on flu vaccine uptake in patients without diabetes but showed no significant effect among diabetic patients, suggesting the need for tailored strategies for this group.

	Study finds oral contraceptives may alter glycemic response in women using androgenic pills This research highlights the metabolic effects of androgenic contraceptives, showing significant increases in postprandial glucose and insulin levels in women.

	Telemedicine and low-carb diet slashes diabetes meds and drives lasting remission A 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.

	Metformin found safe for men with type 2 diabetes planning for parenthood Potential fathers with type 2 diabetes can be reassured that taking the drug metformin is not associated with birth defects in their offspring, concludes a large study of more than 3 million pregnancies published by The BMJ today.

	Major donation fuels advances in ophthalmic artificial intelligence The Icahn School of Medicine has announced a $5 million gift from the John and Daria Barry Foundation for the Center for Ophthalmic Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Human Health.

	Innovative approach by Waymark enhances health outcomes for Medicaid patients Waymark, a public benefit company dedicated to improving access and quality of care in Medicaid, today published a peer-reviewed study in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) Catalyst evaluating the impact of its early intervention model in its first year of service.

	Elderberry 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.

	Type 2 diabetes patients may benefit from reduced carbohydrate intake Adults 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.

	Diabetes drugs may reduce risk of opioid overdose and alcohol intoxication Researchers examine the association between prescriptions of diabetes drugs and the incidence of alcohol intoxication and opioid overdose.