Availability of Fast Food Leads to Types 2 Diabetes
Razi Berry An increasing number of studies suggest a link between a neighborhood-built environment and the likelihood that its residents will develop chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes (T2D) and certain types of cancers. A new nationwide study led by researchers from NYU Grossman School of Medicine published online today in JAMA […]
Oversecretion of Glucagon in Type 2 Diabetes
Razi Berry Patients with type 2 diabetes secrete not only too little insulin but also too much glucagon, which contributes to poor blood glucose control. A new study from Uppsala University suggests that this is because the glucagon-secreting α-cells have become resistant to insulin. Have glucagon secreting a-cells become insulin resistant? In healthy individuals, insulin […]
A Single Workout May Have Lasting Effects on Metabolism Days After Exercising
Razi Berry What if exercising for 2 or 3 days a week was enough to reset metabolism and help to lose weight? New research from UT Southwestern Medical Center suggests that this may be the case. Neurons responsible for influencing metabolism active for up to 2 days following a single moderately intense workout The study, […]
Two-Day Calorie Restriction Diet for Type 2 Diabetes
Razi Berry A recent study looked at whether a two-day a week calorie restriction diet is comparable to daily calorie restriction and glycemic controlled diet in type 2 diabetes patients.1 It was found to be comparable. Why is this important? Weight loss and glycemic control Typically, weight loss and glycemic control are two foundational elements […]