Researchers discover how exercise manages insulin production
Much less is known about how the activity of insulin-producing cells and consequently the secretion of insulin is controlled.
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JJ Shavit
- Dec 17, 2022
Hormone discovery is the missing ingredient to heart-healthy cholesterol levels
Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh have discovered a predictor of blood lipid — or cholesterol — status for midlife women.
JJ Shavit
- Nov 16, 2022
‘Love hormone’ revealed to have heart healing properties
The hormone oxytocin is well-known for promoting social bonds and generating pleasurable feelings, for example from art, exercise, or sex.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 16, 2022
Hormone protects against development of fatty liver
The study provides evidence that adipose tissue-brain-liver axis exists in humans and opens up approaches for treating metabolic disease.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 12, 2022
Age vs. genetics: Which is more important for determining how we age?
People age differently, including former presidents. Ronald Reagan developed Alzheimer’s disease in his late 80s and died from complications
JJ Shavit
- Sep 14, 2022
Exercise hormone halts Parkinson’s disease symptoms, study finds
Study shows that a hormone secreted into the blood during endurance, or aerobic, exercise reduces levels of a protein linked to Parkinson’s.
JJ Shavit
- Aug 26, 2022
Genetic discovery could mark the end of disease-carrying mosquitoes
Genetic discovery could turn disease-carrying mosquitoes into insect Peter Pans, preventing them from ever maturing or multiplying.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 21, 2022
Surprising discovery: A connection between appetite and sun exposure
Going to the beach? Planning a hike? Be prepared: Men will be much hungrier according to a survey on the eating habits of 3,000 people.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 20, 2022
Genetic discovery spells the end for disease-carrying mosquitoes
The discovery opens the door to a mosquito-specific insecticide that would not harm beneficial bees or other pollinators.
Joshua Shavit
- Jun 27, 2022
Why do females itch less than males? Researchers scratch out an answer
Researchers has found that the female hormone estradiol suppresses psoriasis, and the protective role of the hormone has therapy potential
JJ Shavit
- Jun 17, 2022
Genetic discovery could spell the end of mosquitoes
A genetic discovery could turn disease-carrying mosquitoes into insect Peter Pans, preventing them from ever maturing or multiplying.
JJ Shavit
- May 20, 2022
If you stood like Superman or Wonder Woman, would you feel stronger?
Dominant or upright postures can help people feel - and maybe even behave - more confidently, according to a new study and analysis.
JJ Shavit
- Jan 12, 2022
How the happiness hormone dopamine can help Parkinson's patients
In addition to giving us a sense of reward and satisfaction, dopamine is important for motor control, concentration, learning and attention.
Joshua Shavit
- Aug 29, 2021
New, non-hormonal female contraceptive stops sperm in its tracks
Scientists are using the precision targeting of monoclonal antibodies for a new type of non-hormonal female contraception.
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