Introductive Early impairments in post-challenge glucose regulation are not fully captured by fasting measures alone. The postload-fasting gap, defined as the difference between 2-hour postload plasma glucose (2hPG) and fasting plasma glucose (FPG), may reflect dynamic dysregulation, yet its relation with glycaemic deterioration and remission in Chinese populations remains unclear. To characterise the dose-response relation […]
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FDA Issues Recall of Shredded Cheese Over Possible Metal Contamination
Share on PinterestA nationwide recall of shredded cheese products that may contain metal fragments raises concern over the possible risks of intestinal injury or illness. Luciano Spinelli/Stocksy The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a recall for over 1 million bags of shredded cheese due to the possible presence of metal particles or Listeria. The […]
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Cannabis-Induced Vomiting on the Rise, Researchers Say
Share on PinterestThe risk of “scromiting” increases with chronic cannabis use, especially daily use. Maskot/Getty Images A vomiting disorder linked to chronic cannabis use, known colloquially as “scromiting,” is rising sharply across the United States. A new national analysis reveals that cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) cases increased fivefold from 2016 to 2022, particularly among young […]
Read MoreExamining the impact of gestational diabetes genetic susceptibility variants on maternal glucose levels during and post pregnancy
Aim Genetic variants associated with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM, n=14 SNPs) were recently classified into two groups: type 2 diabetes predominant effects (Class-T, three SNPs) and GDM-predominant effects (Class-G, eight SNPs; three SNPs unclassified). We aimed to compare the effects of GDM-associated variants on glucose levels (fasting glucose and 2-hour post-OGTT) measured during versus post […]
Read MoreHigh-density lipoprotein cholesterol and kidney disease progression in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: the Fukushima Cohort Study
Introduction Dyslipidemia is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), but its association with kidney disease progression remains incompletely defined. Although low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) has been linked to diabetic nephropathy, evidence regarding hard kidney outcomes is limited. We examined the associations between HDL-C and kidney events in […]
Read MoreTrends in cardiovascular disease prevalence among adults with type 1 diabetes in the USA: analysis of commercial claims data, 2017-2021
Introduction Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a common complication and major cause of mortality in people with type 1 diabetes (T1D). This study quantifies the prevalence of CVD among commercially insured adults with T1D in the USA from 2017 to 2021, overall and among age-defined and sex-defined subgroups. Research design and methods We used Merative MarketScan […]
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WHO Recommends GLP-1 Drugs for Obesity: What to Know
Share on PinterestThe WHO recommended GLP-1s as a treatment for obesity alongside a healthy diet and regular exercise. Milles Team/Stocksy New guidelines from the World Health Organization (WHO) recommend using GLP-1 medications to help manage obesity. The agency said the weight-loss drugs should be used in conjunction with a healthy diet and regular exercise. Experts […]
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Experts Discuss the Benefits and Risks
Share on PinterestNew research suggests that stopping GLP-1 drugs before pregnancy is linked to complications like gestational diabetes and preeclampsia. Tatsiana Volkava/Getty Images A recent study suggests that stopping GLP-1s before pregnancy may be linked to higher rates of complications and excessive gestational weight gain. Experts caution that the findings don’t necessarily prove causation and […]
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‘Invisible Day’ to Cure Holiday Stress? 3 Experts Explain
Share on PinterestSome experts say that taking an ‘invisible day’ could help us cope with stress during busy periods. Image credit: Jessie Casson/Getty Images An ‘invisible day’ is a new self-care trend that encourages people to take time to destress and decompress. Some experts suggest that invisible days may have mental health benefits, such as […]
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Lean Beef Safe to Eat, Study Says
Previous research has suggested a link between beef consumption and a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, especially in Western-style eating plans. A recent study indicates that moderate consumption of lean, unprocessed beef as part of a Mediterranean diet may not worsen risk factors for cardiovascular disease. However, health experts note that further research is necessary […]
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