Research Topic

Metabolic Health

Insulin resistance, blood sugar regulation, metabolic syndrome, and body composition

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Kenya's Diabetes Care System Reveals Complex Barriers to Effective Treatment
Metabolic Health

Kenya's Diabetes Care System Reveals Complex Barriers to Effective Treatment

Systems analysis of Kenya's diabetes care exposes interconnected failures across governance, workforce, and financing that block quality treatment.

Research Paper
Apr 4, 2026 0
Beta-Hydroxybutyrate Protects Liver from Sepsis Through Novel Protein Modification
Metabolic Health

Beta-Hydroxybutyrate Protects Liver from Sepsis Through Novel Protein Modification

Ketone body β-OHB prevents sepsis-induced liver damage by modifying antioxidant enzyme SOD2, offering new therapeutic approach.

Research Paper
Apr 4, 2026 0
Scientists Identify Molecular Fingerprint of Lipedema Using Multi-Omics Analysis
Metabolic Health

Scientists Identify Molecular Fingerprint of Lipedema Using Multi-Omics Analysis

Researchers discover unique molecular patterns in lipedema patients and develop predictive models for this poorly understood condition affecting women.

Research Paper
Apr 4, 2026 0
Protein Biomarkers Dramatically Improve Type 2 Diabetes Risk Prediction
Metabolic Health

Protein Biomarkers Dramatically Improve Type 2 Diabetes Risk Prediction

Large-scale protein analysis enhanced diabetes risk prediction by 23-29%, offering new tools for early prevention strategies.

Research Paper
Apr 4, 2026 0
Continuous Glucose Monitors Beat Finger Pricks for Pregnant Women with Diabetes
Metabolic Health

Continuous Glucose Monitors Beat Finger Pricks for Pregnant Women with Diabetes

New study shows CGMs improve blood sugar control and birth outcomes compared to traditional glucose testing during pregnancy.

Research Paper
Apr 4, 2026 0
Topical Steroid Withdrawal Linked to Mitochondrial NAD+ Excess, Treatable with Metformin
Metabolic Health

Topical Steroid Withdrawal Linked to Mitochondrial NAD+ Excess, Treatable with Metformin

NIH study identifies metabolic mechanism behind controversial skin condition and demonstrates successful treatment with mitochondrial complex I inhibitors.

Research Paper
Apr 4, 2026 0
Advanced Alcohol-Related Cirrhosis Shows Recovery Potential After Drinking Cessation
Metabolic Health

Advanced Alcohol-Related Cirrhosis Shows Recovery Potential After Drinking Cessation

New research reveals promising outcomes for patients with severe liver cirrhosis who successfully stop drinking alcohol.

Research Paper
Apr 4, 2026 0
MASLD Follows Daily Rhythm Driven by Nighttime Insulin Resistance
Metabolic Health

MASLD Follows Daily Rhythm Driven by Nighttime Insulin Resistance

New research reveals fatty liver disease follows circadian patterns linked to insulin resistance and reduced nighttime insulin availability.

Research Paper
Apr 4, 2026 0
FDA Approves Two New Weight Loss Drugs Foundayo and Zepbound for Obesity
Metabolic Health

FDA Approves Two New Weight Loss Drugs Foundayo and Zepbound for Obesity

FDA approves Foundayo (orforglipron) and Zepbound (tirzepatide) for chronic weight management in adults with obesity or overweight conditions.

Drug Approval
Apr 4, 2026 0
Glucose Triggers Fat Cell Formation Through Epigenetic Chromatin Remodeling
Metabolic Health

Glucose Triggers Fat Cell Formation Through Epigenetic Chromatin Remodeling

New research reveals how glucose metabolism directly controls fat tissue expansion through a novel epigenetic pathway involving JMJD1A.

Research Paper
Apr 3, 2026 0
New Protein Target Could Unlock FGF21's Power Against Fatty Liver Disease
Metabolic Health

New Protein Target Could Unlock FGF21's Power Against Fatty Liver Disease

Scientists discover how FGF21 fights liver disease through a key protein, opening new treatment paths for metabolic dysfunction.

Research Paper
Apr 3, 2026 0
CHKA Enzyme Drives Diabetic Blood Vessel Damage Through NAD+ Pathway
Metabolic Health

CHKA Enzyme Drives Diabetic Blood Vessel Damage Through NAD+ Pathway

New research identifies choline kinase alpha as a key driver of diabetic retinopathy and microvascular dysfunction.

Research Paper
Apr 3, 2026 0
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