Tag Archives: insulin

High dietary insulin index related to increased risk of metabolic unhealthiness, research show

High dietary insulin index related to increased risk of metabolic unhealthiness, research show

A recent Scientific Reports study explored the association between dietary insulin index (DII) and dietary insulin load (DIL) with metabolic healthy (MH) status and the serum levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and adropin among the many Iranian adult population. Study: Association between dietary insulin index and cargo with brain derived neurotrophic factor, adropin and metabolic health […]

Food plan drinks may affect blood sugar levels, insulin resistance and gut microbiome

Food plan drinks may affect blood sugar levels, insulin resistance and gut microbiome

‘Full fat’ sugary drinks corresponding to colas increase the chance of obesity and are generally off-limits for diabetics. But now a number one testing expert says there’s increasing evidence that many weight loss program drinks containing artificial sweeteners affect blood sugar levels, insulin resistance and our gut microbiome. It’s well-known that ‘full fat’ fizzy drinks […]

How does tirzepatide stimulate insulin secretion?

How does tirzepatide stimulate insulin secretion?

Tirzepatide, a drug approved for diabetes and on the fast track for approval as a weight reduction therapy, works through a novel ability to activate two different mechanisms the body uses to manage insulin secretion and energy balance, Duke Health researchers report. The finding, reported June 5 within the journal Nature Metabolism, is the primary […]