A phase 3 trial found that retatrutide significantly reduced HbA1c and body weight in adults with type 2 diabetes. The weekly injection acts on three hormone pathways, GLP-1, GIP and glucagon. The ...

The UK has approved its first GLP-1 receptor agonist tablet for weight loss and weight management. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency has authorised a semaglutide tablet under the ...

A new mouse study suggests fructose sends a weaker fullness signal than glucose. Researchers at the Monell Chemical Senses Center looked at how the two sugars communicate with the brain through the ...

A new study suggests the same habits that protect the heart may also help reduce type 2 diabetes risk after menopause.

A mouse study suggests inhaled CBD may reduce inflammatory activity in the brain linked to Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers ...

New research suggests doing 90 minutes to two hours of weight training each week may reduce the risk of early death. The ...

They ferment fibre and other food components that escape digestion in the upper gut. In doing so, they produce short-chain fatty acids, which can be absorbed and used by the body. The researchers ...

Caffeine helped restore communication between neurons in that pathway and reversed the memory problem caused by lost sleep. Most people know caffeine can make them feel more alert after a bad night. A ...

A review suggests spices such as cinnamon, turmeric, red pepper, black pepper and oregano may influence blood sugar, inflammation, gut bacteria and brain health. Some effects appear linked to plant ...

Across the studies, yoga and meditation were associated with changes in gut bacteria that looked broadly favourable. These included increases in bacteria such as Bacteroides, Faecalibacterium, ...

The global diabetes community is mourning the loss of Bastian Hauck, a respected diabetes advocate, community builder and long-standing volunteer with the International Diabetes Federation.