A randomized controlled trial found that time-restricted eating (TRE) led to greater improvements in glucose control, weight loss, and fat reduction compared to standard nutrition counseling in adults with metabolic syndrome. TRE resulted in a lower risk of muscle mass loss during weight loss.
SourceAmerican College of Physicians·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·TypeNews article·DateSep 30, 2024
High levels of lipoprotein (a) found in 20-34% of Polish patients with heart disease or at risk. Lp(a) measurements may be crucial in preventing cardiovascular diseases and atherosclerosis progression.
SourcePolskie Towarzystwo Lipidologiczne (Polish Lipid Association)·JournalProgress in Cardiovascular Diseases·TypeObservational study·DateAug 29, 2024
Uncontrolled hypertension is a leading cause of premature death and disability worldwide, with 54% of patients aware but only 21% actively controlled. Effective treatment requires lifestyle changes and medication, as well as regular blood pressure monitoring to adjust doses accordingly.
SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalThe American Journal of Medicine·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateAug 1, 2024
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Research reveals a link between epigenetic factors and metabolic syndrome, highlighting the critical role of the hypothalamus in regulating energy balance. Studies show that maternal obesity can reprogram offspring's metabolism through epigenetic modifications.
SourceXia & He Publishing Inc.·JournalGene Expression·DateJul 30, 2024
Researchers found increased liver oxidative stress and impaired antioxidant defenses in a DS murine model. The study suggests potential therapeutic strategies targeting oxidative stress and lipid metabolism to prevent or mitigate liver-related complications.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeObservational study·DateJul 10, 2024
A new study found that delaying diabetes diagnosis for at least four years through diet and exercise significantly lowers the risk of dying and experiencing cardiovascular events. Individuals who maintained prediabetic status for longer periods had better long-term health outcomes, with a reduced risk of death and complications.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Medicine·TypeObservational study·DateJul 9, 2024
Research debunks four common myths about intermittent fasting: it does not lead to a poor diet, cause eating disorders, excessive lean muscle mass loss, or affect sex hormones. Studies show both types of intermittent fasting (alternate-day and time-restricted) are safe despite popular misconceptions.
SourceUniversity of Illinois Chicago·JournalNature Reviews Endocrinology·DateJun 24, 2024
A recent study from the Women's Health Initiative found that both obesity and metabolic syndrome increase breast cancer risk, but in distinct ways for different subtypes. The research highlights the importance of controlling waist circumference and metabolic conditions to reduce breast cancer risk.
SourceUniversity of Oklahoma·JournalCancer·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 6, 2024
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Researchers found that Werner syndrome mice experience age-dependent and sex-specific changes in their livers and immune systems, including fatty liver accumulation and altered lipid metabolism. These findings suggest a potential link between immunoglobulin variants and fatty liver progression in the disorder.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeObservational study·DateJun 3, 2024
A cohort study suggests that prenatal exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals is associated with adverse metabolic health in children, highlighting the need for public health implications. The findings indicate a potential link between chemical mixtures and metabolic syndrome in offspring.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMay 23, 2024
A new study found that prenatal exposure to a combination of endocrine-disrupting chemicals is associated with poorer metabolic health in childhood, increasing the risk of metabolic syndrome in adulthood. Mixtures of metals, PFAS, and organochlorine pesticides were linked to higher risks.
SourceBarcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal)·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMay 23, 2024
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Researchers at the State University of Campinas found that daily consumption of jaboticaba peel improved glucose metabolism even after meals. The study showed lower post-prandial glycemia and less inflammation in volunteers with obesity and metabolic syndrome.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalNutrition Research·DateMay 21, 2024
A study of over 1,500 children aged 3-6 found a significant association between ultra-processed food consumption and increased body mass index, waist circumference, and blood sugar levels. Children who consumed more ultra-processed foods had lower levels of good cholesterol.
SourceUniversitat Rovira i Virgili·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMay 21, 2024
A recent analysis of WHI findings indicates that MetS and obesity each have different associations with breast cancer subtypes and mortality risk. Women with higher MetS scores are at a higher risk of poor-prognosis, estrogen receptor-positive, progesterone receptor-negative breast cancers.
A new study from Washington State University found that just a few days on a night shift schedule can disrupt protein rhythms related to blood glucose regulation and energy metabolism. This dysregulation may lead to chronic metabolic conditions such as diabetes and obesity.
SourceWashington State University·JournalJournal of Proteome Research·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 9, 2024
Almost 90% of U.S. adults met criteria for cardiovascular, kidney, and metabolic syndrome (CKM) stage 1 or higher, with 15% meeting advanced stage criteria that did not improve between 2011 and 2020. Advanced stages were associated with increased risk among older age, men, and Black adults.
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A study of 322 participants found racial discrimination to predispose Black young adults to metabolic syndrome through sleep issues and chronic inflammation. This discovery could inform targeted prevention strategies to address existing health disparities in minority populations.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateApr 18, 2024
Researchers found that middle-age obesity is caused by age-related changes in the shape of neurons in the hypothalamus, a region controlling metabolism and appetite. A protein called MC4R detects overnutrition and regulates metabolism to prevent obesity. Dietary restriction may help maintain brain anti-obesity systems as we age.
SourceNagoya University·JournalCell Metabolism·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 13, 2024
A new study published in CANCER reveals that individuals with worsening metabolic syndrome are at a higher risk of developing various types of cancer. The study followed 44,115 adults in China and found that those with an elevated-increasing pattern of metabolic syndrome scores had a significantly higher risk of developing multiple typ...
Researchers at York University found that women with both high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) and metabolic syndrome are at a significantly higher risk of mortality. The study analyzed data from over 5,000 individuals and found that those with both conditions had a 2.6 times higher risk for mortality than those without either condition.
SourceYork University·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 8, 2024
A study analyzing ELSA data found that osteoporosis, heart disease, and poor hearing increased frailty risk in men, while high fibrinogen levels, diabetes, and stroke were linked to higher risks in women. This highlights the importance of gender-specific action plans and intervention for older people.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalArchives of Gerontology and Geriatrics·DateFeb 28, 2024
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Millennial-aged adults who snack on pistachios and other tree nuts experience better weight control and more efficient use of dietary fat as an energy source. The study's results support the inclusion of tree nuts as part of a healthy self-care routine in 2024.
SourceAmerican Pistachio Growers·JournalNutrients·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateFeb 7, 2024
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet developed a method to study liver function and disease using the cornea of mice eyes. They transplanted liver cells into the eyes, creating a non-invasive platform to monitor liver health over time.
SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 1, 2024
A new study found that stress drives up inflammation in the body, which is linked to metabolic syndrome. Stress management techniques may be a way to improve biological health outcomes. The research suggests that reducing inflammation can help mitigate the connection between stress and metabolic syndrome.
SourceOhio State University·JournalBrain Behavior & Immunity - Health·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 12, 2024
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A novel cleavage mechanism of SREBP-1c was elucidated, revealing regulation by saturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids. The RHBDL4-SREBP-1c pathway improves fatty liver pathophysiology in mice with a high-fat diet.
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalPNAS Nexus·DateJan 11, 2024
Researchers found that Angelica gigas extract improves vascular function in high-fat diet rats, reversing endothelial dysfunction and increasing NO bioavailability. The extract regulates IRE1α sulfonation and RIDD signaling, promoting NO production via the SIRT1-eNOS axis.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 28, 2023
A study by the Keck School of Medicine of USC found that liver cancer risk increases with each successive generation of Mexican Americans, particularly among men. The research analyzed data from over 30,000 participants and found third-generation Mexicans to be 66% more likely to develop liver cancer than first-generation individuals.
SourceKeck School of Medicine of USC·JournalCancer·TypeMeta-analysis·DateNov 20, 2023
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A new study found that the gut microbiota plays a significant role in prostate inflammation in aging men, particularly those with metabolic syndrome. The researchers discovered a strong relationship between IL-6 and IL-18 expression and lipid parameters in the prostate tissue of men with BPH + MetS.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 8, 2023
A large-scale study found that metformin can reduce weight gain and increase adherence to treatment in youth with bipolar disorder. The medication, typically used for Type 2 diabetes, was effective in preventing weight gain and showed promise as a potential solution to this common side effect of SGAs.
A new Japanese ecological study found that prefecture-specific SHC participation rates significantly negatively affect treated ESKD incidence and CKD prevalence. Higher SHC participation rates are associated with lower ESKD incidence, suggesting the importance of regular health checkups at a population level.
SourceNiigata University·JournalClinical and Experimental Nephrology·DateOct 18, 2023
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A new American Heart Association advisory introduces the concept of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, which affects nearly every major organ. The approach highlights the importance of screening for CKM-related conditions and addressing social factors to prevent progression.
SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalCirculation·DateOct 9, 2023
A new exercise-mimicking drug, SLU-PP-332, has shown promising results in obese mice, leading to weight loss and increased muscle activity without increasing physical activity. The drug works by boosting a natural metabolic pathway, making the body act like it is training for a marathon, resulting in faster metabolism of fat.
SourceUniversity of Florida·JournalJournal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 25, 2023
Researchers found that a compound derived from hops, TXN, can combat metabolic syndrome by reducing the population of Oscillibacter species in the gut microbiome. This reduction leads to reduced inflammation in adipose tissue and improved glucose metabolism.
SourceOregon State University·JournalMicrobiome·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 21, 2023
Researchers found that Dectin-1 stimulation induced a unique immune signature in HIV-positive older adults, characterized by increased levels of IL-12, TNF-α, and IFN-α. This signature may contribute to the pro-inflammatory environment associated with HIV and aging.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeObservational study·DateAug 31, 2023
Researchers discovered a gut bacteria that helps reduce insulin resistance and protect against diabetes. The study found that a specific bacteria, Alistipes indistinctus, consumed excess monosaccharides in the gut, lowering blood sugar levels and reducing insulin resistance.
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A new study suggests that extreme dietary habits, such as low-carb intake in men and high-fat intake in women, are associated with higher mortality risks. The findings indicate that individuals should balance their diet to avoid extremes, while ensuring energy from various food sources.
SourceNagoya University·JournalJournal of Nutrition·DateAug 29, 2023
The study reveals that obesity-induced oxidative stress degrades CtBP2 protein, impairing pancreatic beta-cell function. This finding highlights the importance of targeting CtBP2 as a potential therapeutic strategy for obesity-related diseases.
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalCell Reports·DateAug 27, 2023
Researchers have found that a genetic risk factor for schizophrenia, 3q29 deletion syndrome, impairs mitochondrial function in brain cells. This impairment contributes to the development of schizophrenia and has implications for understanding the neurobiology of the disease.
SourceEmory Health Sciences·JournalScience Advances·DateAug 21, 2023
Researchers have discovered a possible link between mitochondrial function and schizophrenia, highlighting impaired energy production as a key factor in its development. Mitochondrial dysregulation can cause psychiatric symptoms and disorders, and its effects are seen not only in the brain but also in other cells, such as kidney cells.
SourceRutgers University·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 16, 2023
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A new study found that arterial stiffness is a novel cause of premature heart damage among adolescents, leading to increased blood pressure and insulin resistance. The study discovered that adolescents with high arterial stiffness had a 23-27% increased risk of structural heart damage.
SourceUniversity of Eastern Finland·JournalAtherosclerosis·DateAug 15, 2023
Researchers propose a novel theory of aging that suggests cell competition is a key factor in the process. The selective destruction theory (SDT) proposes a mechanism of aging that is independent of accumulating damage and consistent with epigenetic rejuvenation.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateAug 9, 2023
Researchers found a genetic link that explains how certain individuals store fat at the abdomen but remain protected from type 2 diabetes. This discovery could pave the way for personalized medicine, tailoring treatments to individual genetic variations.
SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·JournaleLife·DateJul 27, 2023
A study found that activity-friendly neighborhoods with destinations, walkability, and amenities reduce the likelihood of metabolic syndrome. Residing in such areas encourages physical activity, social interaction, and reduces reliance on cars.
SourceJapan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology·JournalHumanities and Social Sciences Communications·DateJul 24, 2023
Researchers at Buck Institute for Research on Aging developed a bioavailable compound that selectively inhibits free radical production in mitochondria, preventing and treating metabolic syndrome in mice. The compound, S1QEL1.719, decreases fat accumulation, improves glucose tolerance, and normalizes fasting insulin levels.
SourceBuck Institute for Research on Aging·JournalFree Radical Biology and Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 9, 2023
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A randomized phase II study found that adding metformin to androgen deprivation therapy did not reduce the risk of metabolic syndrome or improve PSA response in patients with advanced prostate cancer. Metformin showed some antitumor effects through mTOR inhibition, but these were not significant.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalOncotarget·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJun 20, 2023
A long-term study found that women experiencing moderate to severe hot flashes after menopause are more likely to develop metabolic syndrome and hypertension. Hormone replacement therapy may help prevent these conditions.
A new study from Keck Medicine of USC reveals that heavy alcohol use may be more damaging to the liver for people with metabolic syndrome, more than doubling the risk of advanced liver disease. This condition, characterized by symptoms such as abdominal fat, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol, affects over one in three Americans.
SourceUniversity of Southern California - Health Sciences·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 11, 2023
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Researchers found that heavy alcohol use and the presence of metabolic syndrome were associated with a higher risk for advanced liver disease. The study suggests an increasing interaction effect between MetS, heavy alcohol use, and a recent surge in alcoholic liver disease-related mortality.
SourceAmerican College of Physicians·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·TypeSurvey·DateMay 8, 2023
The International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) has awarded five young investigators grants for their research on nutritional factors and musculoskeletal health. The winners' projects focus on various aspects of diet, exercise, and bone health, with potential to lead to clinical advances or preventative strategies.
SourceInternational Osteoporosis Foundation·DateMay 5, 2023
Researchers at West Virginia University found that bariatric surgery significantly reduces the risk of major cardiovascular events and death in patients with NAFLD. The study included 9,374 adult patients with NAFLD and obesity, who underwent either Roux-en-Y gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy.
SourceWest Virginia University·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMay 3, 2023
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Researchers found that long siestas (30+ minutes) increased the risk of obesity, metabolic syndrome, and high blood pressure. In contrast, short siestas were associated with improved systolic blood pressure levels.
SourceBrigham and Women's Hospital·JournalObesity·DateApr 26, 2023
Edward Chouchani, an associate professor at Harvard Medical School, has been awarded the $50,000 Vilcek Prize for Creative Promise in Biomedical Science. His research focuses on understanding metabolic disease using mass spectrometry and biochemical approaches.
Researchers found that higher selenium levels were associated with lower blood pressure and HDL concentration in middle-aged women. The study suggests that selenium may moderate the effect of genetic variants on MetS components, such as waist circumference.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeObservational study·DateApr 12, 2023
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A community co-design model targeting Indigenous diet and diabetes uses a ketogenic eating plan, which aligns with pre-colonisation eating patterns for Australian Indigenous people. The project aims to explore how Indigenous peoples are advantaged by adopting a keto diet and monitor physiological, social, and economic outcomes.
SourceFlinders University·JournalNature Medicine·TypeObservational study·DateFeb 15, 2023
Researchers found that P2-HNF4α expression is associated with p-STAT3 and c-Myc expression in NAFLD patients, suggesting potential biomarkers for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) risk. Additionally, p-STAT3 expression was linked to hypertension, while c-Myc expression was associated with advanced fibrosis.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalOncotarget·TypeObservational study·DateDec 6, 2022
A new study of twins found that consistent exercise can change the molecules in the human body that influence gene behavior, leading to lower signs of metabolic disease. The study suggests that markers of metabolic disease are strongly influenced by how a person interacts with their environment, rather than just their inherited genetics.
SourceWashington State University·JournalScientific Reports·DateDec 6, 2022
Men with metabolic syndrome had nearly four-fold higher risk of developing gout compared to those without MetS. Recovery from MetS reduced incident gout risk by nearly half.
SourceWiley·JournalArthritis & Rheumatology·DateNov 23, 2022
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A recent study published in Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport reveals that high aerobic fitness does not protect children from metabolic syndrome. In contrast, a lower risk was observed when considering body size and composition.
SourceUniversity of Jyväskylä - Jyväskylän yliopisto·JournalJournal of Science and Medicine in Sport·DateOct 20, 2022
Scientists have identified long interspersed nuclear element-1 (L1) RNA as a promising new target for treating progeroid syndromes. Increased L1 RNA expression in cells from patients with these disorders led to deactivation of an enzyme, causing cell aging.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalScience Translational Medicine·DateOct 4, 2022
A study at the University of Helsinki found that periodontitis has a particular link with diabetes and accelerates its progression. The research highlights the importance of considering general and oral health as a whole in healthcare to achieve better treatment outcomes.
SourceUniversity of Helsinki·JournalFrontiers in Oral Health·DateSep 21, 2022
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