FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 1, 2020Unique glucose-sensing neurons that regulate blood sugar identifiedResearchers have identified a group of glucose-sensing neurons in the ventrolateral area of the ventromedial hypothalamic nucleus and discovered how they work together to prevent hypoglycemia in mice. Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 17, 2019How gut bacteria negatively influences serotonin and blood sugar levelsA new study shows how the microbiome communicates with cells producing serotonin to influence blood sugar levels. The microbiome can worsen metabolism by signaling to cells in the gut that produce serotonin. This drives up serotonin levels. The rise in blood serotonin levels causes metabolic problems. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·July 19, 2018Sugar Improves Memory in Over 60s, Study SuggestsIncreasing blood sugar levels in those over 60 helps improve memory and performance, a new study reports. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·June 11, 2018Hunger Can Lead to Anger, but It’s More Complicated Than a Drop in SugarAccording to researchers, feeling 'hangry' may be more than just a drop in blood sugar levels. A new study reports anger related to hunger may be an emotional response to environmental cues, personality and your biology. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 5, 2017Your Muscles Can ‘Taste’ SugarResearchers have discovered a mechanism of glucose sensing by muscles that contribute to the regulation of blood sugar levels in the body. Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 3, 2017Surprising Link Discovered Between Blood Sugar and Brain CancerDiabetes and high blood sugar appears to lower a person's risk of developing glioma brain cancer, a new study suggests. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 23, 2017Fructose is Generated in the Human BrainResearchers report the brain is able to convert glucose into fructose. Read More
FeaturedNeurology·March 10, 2016Brown Fat Keeps Blood Sugar in CheckResearchers report brown fat may also help to keep blood sugar in check in healthy adults. Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·July 9, 2015Increased Dementia Risk Linked to Diabetes ComplicationsA new study reports diabetics who experience high rates of complications also have an increased risk of developing dementia. Read More
