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Does insulin resistance cause fibromyalgia?

Neuroscience NewsMay 7, 2019

Study finds a pathogenic relationship between insulin resistance and fibromyalgia. Treating fibromyalgia with metformin, a drug that combats insulin resistance, resulted in a dramatic reduction of pain levels for patients.... Read More...

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New insight into how obesity and insulin resistance can impair cognition

Neuroscience NewsApril 22, 2019

Adora2a mediating signaling in vascular endothelial cells disrupts the blood-brain barrier in obesity. This, researchers report, could be an underlying mechanism for synaptic plasticity and cognitive deficits in those with insulin resistance and obesity.... Read More...

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No such thing as ‘sugar rush’! Sugar worsens mood rather than improving it

Neuroscience NewsApril 4, 2019

Carbohydrate consumption from sugary drinks and snacks does not help to improve mood. The findings may help increase public awareness that the 'sugar rush' is a myth and help inform health policies to promote healthier alternatives.... Read More...

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Insulin Signaling Failures in Brain Linked to Alzheimer’s

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 11, 2019

A new study reveals impaired insulin signaling in the brain negatively affects cognition, memory and learning. The findings shed light on why those with type 2 diabetes are at greater risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.... Read More...

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Bile Acids Mediate Metabolic Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 12, 2019

Researchers report bile acids play a key role in providing positive metabolic effects after weight loss surgery. The study also suggest the intestinal microbiome participates in post surgical improvements following gastric bypass. The findings could help develop new treatments for diabetes and obesity, researchers report.... Read More...

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Sugar’s Sick Secrets: How Industry Forces Have Manipulated Science to Downplay the Harm

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 12, 2019

UCSF researchers report the food and beverage industries push sugary products while obfuscating the significant health issues added sugars can cause. The findings shed light on sugars' link to disease and exposes industrial tactics to downplay the public health risks of diets too high in sugar.... Read More...

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The Mysteries of the Super-Ager Revealed

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 4, 2019

Scientific research is helping to unlock the secrets behind why some people live to become super-agers. Researchers propose ways in which we can slow the aging process and extend our life spans.... Read More...

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Obese Mice Lose Anxiety When ‘Zombie Cells’ Exit the Brain

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 3, 2019

According to researchers, obese mice have increased levels of senescent cells in their brains, and these cells contribute to anxiety. Using senolytics to clear the cells helps to reduce anxiety related behaviors.... Read More...

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Snacking May Increase Inflammation

Neuroscience NewsDecember 18, 2018

Researchers report snacking can raise inflammation and contribute to metabolic diseases.... Read More...

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Genetic Changes Associated with Physical Activity

Neuroscience NewsDecember 11, 2018

Researchers have identified 14 genetic regions linked to activity.... Read More...

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Resilience May Be Neurobiological

Neuroscience NewsDecember 1, 2018

Individual differences in resting state connectivity may help explain why some people are more resilient to the effects of neighborhood violence than others.... Read More...

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Is Being a Nigh Owl Bad For Your Health?

Neuroscience NewsNovember 30, 2018

According to researchers, being a night owl puts you at increased risk of health issues such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. One reasons why, researchers report, is those who stay away later at night have unhealthier eating patterns and diets.... Read More...

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Does insulin resistance cause fibromyalgia?

New insight into how obesity and insulin resistance can impair cognition

No such thing as ‘sugar rush’! Sugar worsens mood rather than improving it

Insulin Signaling Failures in Brain Linked to Alzheimer’s

Bile Acids Mediate Metabolic Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery

Sugar’s Sick Secrets: How Industry Forces Have Manipulated Science to Downplay the Harm

The Mysteries of the Super-Ager Revealed

Obese Mice Lose Anxiety When ‘Zombie Cells’ Exit the Brain

Snacking May Increase Inflammation

Genetic Changes Associated with Physical Activity

Resilience May Be Neurobiological

Is Being a Nigh Owl Bad For Your Health?