New research reveals how GLP-1 receptor agonists promote pancreatic health through gene expression changes and interact bidirectionally with gut microbiome, while real-world users report unexpected lifestyle changes alongside weight loss.
New research reveals red blood cells absorb large amounts of glucose in low-oxygen conditions, explaining why high-altitude populations have lower diabetes rates. A drug mimicking this effect completely reversed high blood sugar in diabetic mice.
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine discovered that protecting VAT macrophages in visceral fat tissue can improve insulin sensitivity, offering a potential new therapeutic approach for type 2 diabetes.