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Researchers show red blood cells drive better glucose tolerance at high altitude

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New research reveals how hypoxia-driven red blood cell adaptations may reshape glucose regulation, offering fresh insight into diabetes biology and potential therapeutic strategies. Study: Red blood cells serve as a primary glucose sink to improve glucose tolerance at altitude. Image Credit: nobeastsofierce / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal Cell Metabolism, researchers investigated … Read more

GLP-1 and Thiazolidinediones May Lower Heart Risk in T2D

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TOPLINE: In patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D), combination therapy with glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) and thiazolidinediones was associated with a reduced risk for all-cause mortality, cardiovascular mortality, and major adverse cardiovascular events (MACEs) compared with those who used none or one of these therapies. METHODOLOGY: For people with T2D, the potential … Read more

What really causes keto flu, and how can you prevent it?

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As ketogenic diets grow in popularity, a new review sheds light on the short-term side effects of keto-induction and offers science-backed solutions to help manage the dreaded “keto flu.” Symptoms during initiation of a ketogenic diet: a scoping review of occurrence rates, mechanisms and relief strategies. Image Credit: eldar nurkovic / Shutterstock In a recent study published … Read more

Hybrid closed-loop insulin pumps improve time in range, but increase ketoacidosis

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People with type 1 diabetes require continuous insulin treatment and must regularly measure their glucose levels. With open-loop therapies*, insulin administration is manually controlled, while hybrid closed-loop systems* automatically regulate insulin delivery. A study with the involvement of the German Center for Diabetes Research showed that hybrid closed-loop systems offer improved long-term blood sugar values … Read more