Metabolism News and Research

Latest Metabolism News and Research

UC-led research team receives NIH grant to study the role of an enzyme in lysosome function

Once thought of as having one simple job within cells, researchers continue to learn more about the importance of organelles called lysosomes.

11 Apr 2023

Dietary supplement N-acetylcysteine helps overcome treatment resistance in breast cancer

Many cancer therapies do not produce the hoped-for results. A common reason for this is that the tumors develop resistance to the medication.

11 Apr 2023

Insulin most likely has a longer shelf life at room temperature, study shows

An international study shows that it is likely that insulin can be stored at room temperature, and for considerably longer than drug companies have counted on to date.

11 Apr 2023

Metabolic alterations found in depressed patients with a history of sexual or physical abuse

A pilot study conducted at the University of Eastern Finland found metabolites related to oxidative stress and the transsulfuration pathway of one-carbon metabolism to be associated with a history of sexual or physical abuse in depressed adolescent outpatients.

11 Apr 2023

Prenatal and early childhood nutritional exposures: a review of the developmental contributions to obesity

Researchers reviewed the latest studies on nutritional exposures during prenatal and early childhood stages.

11 Apr 2023

Antioxidant-rich phenolic compounds: A key to disease prevention, gut health, and brain homeostasis

Researchers report on the benefits of consuming dietary phenols and their relationship with the intestinal microbiome.

10 Apr 2023

Novel amino acid compound treats nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in non-human primates

A recently developed amino acid compound successfully treats nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in non-human primates - bringing scientists one step closer to the first human treatment for the condition that is rapidly increasing around the world, a study suggests.

10 Apr 2023

Intermittent fasting vs. calorie restriction: which diet reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes more?

Researchers performed randomized controlled trials among adults at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

10 Apr 2023

Alzheimer's risk patients may benefit from Mediterranean keto diet, study shows gut microbiome changes

In a recent study published in the Journal of the Alzheimer's Association (AA), researchers examined the effects of a low-carbohydrate-modified Mediterranean ketogenic diet (MMKD) on the gut microbiome and metabolome of patients at risk for Alzheimer's disease (AD).

9 Apr 2023

Mediterranean diet and the modulation of mitochondrial function

Researchers reviewed the current knowledge related to the Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) and the role of mitochondria concerning health outcomes.

7 Apr 2023

Montana may require insurers to cover monitoring devices for diabetes

In between sets of tumbling warmups, Adrienne Prashar crossed the gym to where she had stashed her diabetes supplies and tested her blood sugar.

7 Apr 2023

Study suggests new strategy to ward off age-related weight gain

New research suggests a strategy to ward off age-related weight gain, which could prevent obesity and associated health disorders like Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and chronic inflammation.

7 Apr 2023

The impact of perinatal low-calorie sweetener exposure on the development of neural systems involved in metabolic regulation

A study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation Insight reveals that consumption of low-calorie sweeteners during pregnancy can affect the metabolism and neural development of the offspring.

6 Apr 2023

Metabolism News and Research

Latest Metabolism News and Research

UC-led research team receives NIH grant to study the role of an enzyme in lysosome function

Dietary supplement N-acetylcysteine helps overcome treatment resistance in breast cancer

Insulin most likely has a longer shelf life at room temperature, study shows

Metabolic alterations found in depressed patients with a history of sexual or physical abuse

Prenatal and early childhood nutritional exposures: a review of the developmental contributions to obesity

Antioxidant-rich phenolic compounds: A key to disease prevention, gut health, and brain homeostasis

Novel amino acid compound treats nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in non-human primates

Intermittent fasting vs. calorie restriction: which diet reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes more?

Alzheimer's risk patients may benefit from Mediterranean keto diet, study shows gut microbiome changes

Mediterranean diet and the modulation of mitochondrial function

Montana may require insurers to cover monitoring devices for diabetes

Study suggests new strategy to ward off age-related weight gain

The impact of perinatal low-calorie sweetener exposure on the development of neural systems involved in metabolic regulation

Parkinson's linked to higher levels of pheomelanin in brain: Could it be a biomarker or treatment target?

UCI biologists discover how to ward off harmful effects caused by a high-fat diet

Interplay between Western diet, gut microbiota, and cancer development

The interaction between white adipose tissue mitochondria and gut microbiota in obesity

Live attenuated nasal vaccine elicits superior immunity to SARS-CoV-2 variants in hamsters

What role do dietary lipids play in the gut-brain axis in type 2 diabetes mellitus?

Increased expression of collagens can drive longer lifespan at warm temperatures

Unveiling Hidden Potential: Organoids for Disease Modeling in Neuroscience Research

How GLP‑1 Agonists Are Shaping the Future of Obesity Treatment With Dr Bryony Henderson

Flow chemistry, AI, and NMR: A next-gen approach to scalable API production