A commonly used diabetes monitoring test could be repurposed to screen for and diagnose diabetes, identifying millions of people with undiagnosed disease. The hemoglobin A1c test measures long-term glucose control, offering advantages over current testing methods that require fasting or are affected by recent meals and diet.
SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalThe Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism·DateJul 31, 2008
Researchers found that individuals with a maternal history of Alzheimer's disease exhibit progressive metabolic reductions in glucose usage, particularly in areas of the brain affected by AD. This study bolsters previous findings and suggests that maternal risk for AD may be mediated through reduced brain metabolism.
SourceNYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine·DateJul 30, 2008
UC San Diego bioengineers identified a previously unknown mechanism allowing yeast to shut down galactose metabolism when glucose is present. This discovery provides new insights into gene regulation and could lead to understanding of human metabolic diseases like diabetes.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalNature·DateJul 30, 2008
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A recent study suggests that limiting fructose intake can lead to increased weight loss, as it is quickly converted into body fat in the liver. Dr. Elizabeth Parks' research found that even small amounts of fructose can contribute to greater triglyceride synthesis.
SourceUT Southwestern Medical Center·JournalJournal of Nutrition·DateJul 24, 2008
A study found that older people who engaged in endurance exercise training for a year had metabolically younger hearts. Women benefited more than men from the training, with improved glucose uptake and fatty acid metabolism.
Researchers at UCLA have solved the structure of sodium glucose co-transporters (SGLTs), which pump glucose into cells. This breakthrough may lead to improved treatments for diabetes and obesity.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles·JournalScience·DateJul 3, 2008
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A study at the Joslin Diabetes Center found that children with type 1 diabetes who closely adhered to prescribed dietary recommendations had lower A1C levels and reduced risk of diabetes-related complications. The study highlights the importance of dietary adherence in achieving optimal glucose control.
SourceJoslin Diabetes Center·JournalDiabetes Care·DateJul 1, 2008
A new Canadian study found that the standard screening test for high blood sugar in children with risk factors misses nearly 3 times fewer cases of prediabetes than a longer test. The glucose stress test identified more cases of both prediabetes and metabolic syndrome. Early detection is crucial, as it can prevent or delay diabetes.
SourceThe Endocrine Society·JournalThe Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism·DateJun 15, 2008
Researchers found that cells lacking iron reorganize their metabolism to use less efficient glucose-based pathways, producing lower energy levels. This mechanism may help explain human responses to iron deficiency and potentially aid in diabetes research.
SourceDuke University Medical Center·JournalCell Metabolism·DateJun 8, 2008
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Researchers at USC have identified a novel genetic association between fasting glucose levels and melatonin receptor 1B (MTNR1B), increasing the risk for type 2 diabetes. The study found a connection between MTNR1B and circadian rhythm regulation, suggesting potential links to sleep disorders.
SourceUniversity of Southern California·DateJun 6, 2008
Researchers found a previously unknown cooperation between pancreatic beta cells and alpha cells, crucial for glucose balance. The discovery may lead to better blood sugar regulation in diabetes patients by targeting the glucagon/glutamate pathway.
SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalCell Metabolism·DateJun 4, 2008
A team of researchers at The Scripps Research Institute identified molecular changes in the cerebrospinal fluid of monkeys infected with SIV, which can cause CNS damage. This approach may provide new information about other neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric disorders.
SourceJCI Journals·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·DateJun 2, 2008
Researchers at USC identified a gene variant associated with fasting glucose levels, providing new insights into blood sugar regulation. The study found that genetic variation in the G6PC2 gene may be responsible for reducing insulin secretion and increasing glucose concentrations.
SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·DateJun 2, 2008
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A collection of state-of-the-art reports highlights the benefits of self-monitoring blood glucose (SMBG) in achieving improved glucose control. SMBG has been shown to significantly improve glucose control, complements A1C results, and guides patient self-management of diabetes at home.
SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalDiabetes Technology & Therapeutics·DateMay 29, 2008
Experts recommend revising current criteria for diagnosing diabetes, suggesting the use of hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) as an alternative to fasting plasma glucose or oral glucose tolerance tests. This change may help identify more people with undiagnosed diabetes, reducing avoidable morbidity and mortality.
SourceThe Endocrine Society·JournalThe Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism·DateMay 27, 2008
Researchers found that 'flat' carbonated drinks lack essential salts and sugars for oral rehydration solution. They contain too much sugar and not enough sodium and potassium, making them an inadequate alternative.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalArchives of Disease in Childhood·DateMay 26, 2008
Researchers at M. D. Anderson Cancer Center found that EGFR stabilizes a protein channeling glucose to cancer cells, saving them from starvation. This discovery may require targeting both EGFR's growth-inducing kinase activity and its glucose-related role to effectively treat epithelial cancers.
SourceUniversity of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center·JournalCancer Cell·DateMay 5, 2008
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Researchers have found that cancer cells use glucose to avoid programmed cell death and maintain survival through the protein Akt. By exploiting this mechanism, cancer cells can bypass normal safeguards and continue to grow even without growth factors.
Two studies suggest that Diabetinol, a natural citrus supplement, improves blood glucose numbers and LDL-cholesterol levels in people with type 2 diabetes. The supplement shows promise in lowering blood glucose levels after meals and improving heart health, potentially reducing diabetic complications.
Chronic hyperglycemia disables the molecular switch that normally shuts off glucose production in the liver, leading to insulin resistance and complications. Inhibiting the hexosamine biosynthetic pathway may provide a new therapeutic target for lowering glucose levels and reducing long-term diabetes complications.
Scientists have discovered a single molecule regulating both glucose and fatty acid metabolism in cells. This finding has the potential to revolutionize our understanding of diabetes and develop new therapeutic agents.
SourceTexas A&M University·JournalJournal of Biological Chemistry·DateFeb 14, 2008
Researchers tracked participants' glucose levels over 72 hours to find that consuming caffeine increased average daily sugar levels by 8%. Eliminating caffeine from the diet might be a good way to manage blood sugar levels for people with type 2 diabetes.
SourceDuke University Medical Center·JournalDiabetes Care·DateJan 28, 2008
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Researchers discovered the rumi gene's effect on bristles in fruit flies, finding a subtle loss of Notch activity at 25 degrees C. The protein associated with rumi is an O-glycosyltransferase that adds glucose to the Notch protein.
SourceBaylor College of Medicine·JournalCell·DateJan 27, 2008
A recent study found that suppressing slow-wave sleep in healthy young adults significantly decreases their ability to regulate blood-sugar levels. After only three nights of selective slow-wave sleep suppression, subjects became less sensitive to insulin, resulting in reduced tolerance to glucose and increased risk for type 2 diabetes.
SourceUniversity of Chicago Medical Center·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateDec 31, 2007
Researchers at UT-Houston have discovered an association between genes regulating glucose metabolism and spina bifida, a birth defect that affects the spine. The study found variants in three glucose metabolism genes were linked to an increased risk of spina bifida.
SourceUniversity of Texas Health Science Center at Houston·JournalReproductive Sciences·DateDec 18, 2007
A systematic review and meta-analysis found that active smoking is associated with a 44% increased risk of type 2 diabetes. The association was strongest for heavy smokers, suggesting that smoking may contribute to insulin resistance or inadequate compensatory insulin secretion responses.
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Research suggests glucose powers self-control, which wanes when exercised. Replenishing blood sugar through sugary drinks can improve subsequent self-control efforts.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalCurrent Directions in Psychological Science·DateDec 3, 2007
A new study published in the journal Sleep found that short sleep duration is associated with an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The study, which followed over 8,992 subjects for eight to ten years, revealed that those who slept less than five hours or more than nine hours per night were more likely to develop diabetes.
SourceAmerican Academy of Sleep Medicine·JournalSLEEP·DateDec 1, 2007
A team from the University of Illinois identified SgrS, a 200-nucleotide-long RNA molecule, which performs two functions to regulate glucose metabolism in bacteria. The molecule binds to messenger RNA to inhibit new glucose transporter production and codes for a protein that retards existing transporter activity.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateNov 29, 2007
Researchers have developed a glucose-powered fuel cell that uses sunlight to convert glucose into hydrogen, producing several hundred millivolts. This innovative device has the potential to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels by utilizing biological resources such as food waste and managed high-energy crops.
SourceInderscience Publishers·JournalInternational Journal of Global Energy Issues·DateNov 28, 2007
Scientists reveal that the adiponectin hormone plays a key role in increasing lifespan by burning fatty acids instead of glucose, reducing free radical damage. Meanwhile, researchers identify a new protein in spider silk, which could revolutionize our understanding of its mechanical properties.
SourceAmerican Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology·JournalJournal of Biological Chemistry·DateNov 21, 2007
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A recent study published in Gastroenterology found that high glucose levels are a strong risk factor for colorectal cancer. Patients with elevated insulin and glucose levels had a 50% increased risk of recurrence of colorectal tumors. Maintaining a healthy glycemic index may help reduce this risk.
SourceAmerican Gastroenterological Association·JournalGASTROENTEROLOGY·DateNov 1, 2007
A new study suggests that avoiding sweets may spell a longer life. Researchers found that worms lived up to 20% longer when unable to process glucose, increasing mitochondrial activity and oxidative stress. This finding raises questions about the effects of sugar on human lifespan and treatment for type 2 diabetes.
SourceCell Press·JournalCell Metabolism·DateOct 2, 2007
A new study by UMass Medical School researchers found that certain popular weight-loss plans significantly outperform others in reducing cardiovascular disease risk. The Ornish, Weight Watchers High Carbohydrate, and New Glucose Revolution plans scored highest due to their emphasis on whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.
SourceUMass Chan Medical School·JournalJournal of the American Dietetic Association·DateOct 1, 2007
Researchers discovered a link between impaired brain glucose sensing and type 2 diabetes development in mice. A high-fat diet may contribute to this impairment by disrupting ATP production, leading to reduced glucose-sensing ability.
SourceUT Southwestern Medical Center·JournalNature·DateAug 29, 2007
Researchers at Mount Sinai School of Medicine have identified taste receptors in the human intestines that sense glucose and regulate appetite. These receptors may lead to new treatments for obesity and diabetes by controlling blood sugar levels.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateAug 20, 2007
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Researchers create nanoreactors with enzymes and plastic membranes to run three different enzymatic reactions simultaneously without interference. The system allows small molecules to pass through while trapping larger ones, enabling precise control over reaction cascades.
A study by University at Buffalo endocrinologists found that flavonoids in orange juice suppress destructive oxygen free radicals, reducing oxidative stress and inflammation in healthy participants. The two types of flavonoids, hesperetin and naringenin, inhibited ROS generation by 52% and 77%, respectively.
SourceUniversity at Buffalo·JournalDiabetes Care·DateJul 17, 2007
A new study found that cane sugar and high fructose corn syrup have similar effects on appetite and food intake in beverages. Researchers compared four caloric beverages and found no differences in how they affected hunger and calorie consumption.
SourceUniversity of Washington·JournalAmerican Journal of Clinical Nutrition·DateJul 10, 2007
Researchers at the University at Buffalo discovered that high levels of cystatin C can predict an increased risk of developing pre-diabetes. The study, based on the Western New York Health Study, found a three-fold association between cystatin C levels and progression to pre-diabetes.
SourceUniversity at Buffalo·JournalDiabetes Care·DateJul 2, 2007
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Researchers at the University of Warwick discovered a glycation process that creates a metabolic memory in diabetes, persisting even after glucose levels are corrected. The study suggests early tight control of glucose and antioxidant use can mitigate complications, but long-term antioxidants may have health problems.
SourceUniversity of Warwick·JournalDiabetologia·DateJun 28, 2007
Two studies identify smoking, low formal education, and glucose tolerance as independent predictors of rheumatoid arthritis. Smoking is associated with a higher risk, while better glucose tolerance is linked to a lower risk, suggesting alternative mechanisms may be at play.
SourceEuropean Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR)·DateJun 15, 2007
Researchers at PNNL have successfully converted glucose and fructose into a promising chemical precursor for fuels, polyesters, and other industrial chemicals. The breakthrough uses a novel non-acidic catalytic system and an ionic liquid solvent to achieve high yields with minimal impurities.
SourceDOE/Pacific Northwest National Laboratory·JournalScience·DateJun 14, 2007
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A new study published in Journal of Biological Chemistry reveals that glucose enables the development of healthy beta cells, which secrete insulin. Understanding how to switch on genes crucial for beta cell development may enable the creation of insulin-producing cells from stem cells.
SourceImperial College London·JournalJournal of Biological Chemistry·DateMay 17, 2007
A new study found significant sex differences in cardiac performance and metabolism in rainbow trout. Female trout prefer carbohydrates and tolerate lower oxygen levels better than males. The study also revealed distinct layer structures in the ventricle, with males having a larger epicardium-to-endocardium ratio.
Researchers identified TXNIP as a key regulator of glucose homeostasis in humans. Elevated TXNIP levels inhibit glucose uptake in muscle and fat cells, contributing to type 2 diabetes. Modulating TXNIP activity may help break the cycle leading to diabetes.
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A UCLA study suggests that lactate may be a key fuel for the brain after traumatic injury, potentially replacing glucose. Researchers found that the brain takes up and utilizes lactate more than at any other time after injury, making it a faster and more efficient source of energy.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles·DateApr 11, 2007
Researchers at San Francisco VA Medical Center found that administering glucose to treat hypoglycemia actually causes brain damage in rats, contrary to previous assumptions. Oxidative stress is triggered by the sudden return of glucose, leading to neuron death.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·DateApr 4, 2007
Researchers have discovered that a transcription factor KLF15 controls glucose production in the liver. Mice deficient for KLF15 experience severe hypoglycemia due to an inability to produce glucose through gluconeogenesis, a process dependent on amino acids and enzymes.
SourceCell Press·JournalCell Metabolism·DateApr 3, 2007
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Researchers found that hypoglycemic neuronal death is triggered by glucose reperfusion and activation of NADPH oxidase. Treatment with CD40Ig allows rats to accept heart grafts from non-genetically identical donors by enhancing regulatory immune cells.
SourceJCI Journals·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·DateApr 2, 2007
A study published in JCI Journals found that glucose reperfusion triggers more extensive neuronal death in hypoglycemic mice than prolonged hypoglycemia itself. Gradual increase of blood glucose levels may be a better approach to treat individuals in hypoglycemic coma, but the findings are subject to further clarification.
SourceJCI Journals·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·DateApr 2, 2007
The St. Jude study found that cells shift their biochemical activities to conserve energy by increasing glucose production and recycling CoA, a key player in metabolism. The researchers also showed that PanK controls the concentration of CoA in specific locations within the cell.
SourceSt. Jude Children's Research Hospital·JournalChemistry & Biology·DateMar 23, 2007
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A recent study by Joslin researchers has identified the glucose transporter 2 (Glut2) protein as a key contributor to the development of birth defects in children born to mothers with diabetes. Glut2 enables high blood glucose levels to enter embryonic cells, increasing the risk of malformations.
SourceJoslin Diabetes Center·JournalDiabetologia·DateMar 5, 2007
Researchers at Harvard University developed a new class of rapid tests that can carry out several biological tests simultaneously on a single drop using patterned paper. The tests are highly practical, inexpensive, and unaffected by contamination.
Researchers at VBI have identified a potential target for inhibiting excessive glucose production in type 2 diabetics by modulating the activity of key enzyme phosphoenolpyruvate carboxykinase. This approach could lead to the development of novel therapeutics to slow down but not eliminate glucose overproduction.
SourceVirginia Tech·JournalJournal of Biological Chemistry·DateJan 22, 2007
A new study conducted at Brandeis University and Malaysia found that a modified fat replacing trans fat causes an increase in blood glucose levels and depresses insulin in humans. The researchers discovered that this interesterified fat had a similar impact on cholesterol levels as trans fat, but with weaker effects.
SourceBrandeis University·JournalNutrition and Metabolism·DateJan 16, 2007
Researchers have identified a new 'glucose sensor' that plays a crucial role in glucose metabolism and fat synthesis, potentially leading to new treatments for obesity and diabetes. The discovery highlights the significance of the Liver X Receptors (LXRs) in regulating gene expression linked to cholesterol and fat metabolism.
SourceScripps Research Institute·JournalNature·DateDec 26, 2006
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Scientists have engineered yeast to improve ethanol production efficiency by increasing tolerance to high ethanol levels and producing more ethanol during fermentation. The new strain of yeast can survive elevated ethanol concentrations and produces 50% more ethanol in a shorter period.
SourceWhitehead Institute for Biomedical Research·JournalScience·DateDec 7, 2006
A new hypothesis proposes that a deficiency in the enzyme Pancreatic Endoplasmic Reticulum Kinase (PERK) during fetal development can lead to permanent neonatal diabetes. The research found that PERK-deficient mice have impaired beta cell proliferation, differentiation, and clustering, resulting in reduced insulin production.
SourcePenn State·JournalCell Metabolism·DateDec 5, 2006
Researchers have developed a highly sensitive NMR probe to analyze small samples, unlocking volumes of information from tiny amounts of venom. This breakthrough could aid in finding natural substances for medicines and advance understanding of Alzheimer's disease.
SourceUniversity of Florida·JournalACS Chemical Biology·DateOct 2, 2006