Issue 239

Test Your Knowledge Issue 239

Episode 5: Dr. Evil has been chasing Austin Powers around the world for "billions" of years. One day, Mr. Bigglesworth and Number 2 notice that Dr. Evil is sluggish and has to call off the...

Insulin-like Protein Points to New Diabetes Drugs

Visfatin, a adipocytokine protein that shares properties with insulin may lead to the development of a new diabetes drug.

Depression Increases Insulin Resistance, Diabetes in Middle-Aged Women

Results of a new study provide more evidence that depression influences glucose metabolism and risk of diabetes.

New Research Suggests A New Therapeutic Approach for Diabetic Neuropathy

Current work suggests the potential utility of therapeutic approaches focused on advanced glycation end products (RAGE)in diabetic neuropathy.

Exercising Before Mealtime Improves Postprandial Endothelial Function

There is now a large body of evidence indicating that a single session of moderate exercise before a meal can reduce subsequent postprandial lipemia by ~20% to 25%."

The 'Polymeal' Cuts Heart Disease by 76% - Recipe for Life

A non-pharmaceutical alternative to reducing the risk of heart disease and increases life expectancy.

Few Americans Aware They Have Chronic Kidney Disease

Less than 10 percent of adults with moderately decreased kidney function reported being told they had weakened or failing kidneys.

Hot Potato HP, Cold Potato CP

Starch temperature is a factor, so eating a cold potato has less glycemic effect on blood glucose.

Researchers Identify New Way To Reduce Cholesterol

Combining plant sterols with exercise have been shown to affect blood cholesterol levels.

Fatal Hypoglycemia Associated With Levofloxacin (Levaquin®)

Hypoglycemia has been reported with all the fluoroquinolones and appears to occur most frequently in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus who are receiving therapy with oral hypoglycemics.

Statins and Cytochrome P450 Inhibitors May Interact

Coadministration of certain statin drugs with cytochrome P450-3A4 (CYP3A4) inhibitors should be avoided.

Heart Attacks Linked To Cutting Ibuprofen & Naproxen

Abruptly discontinuing long-term use of ibuprofen and naproxen run a higher risk of heart attack for a few weeks immediately afterward.

Diabetes: A Link Between Oral And Overall Health?

Oral health can be directly related to blood glucose control

Omega-3 Acid Ethyl Esters (Omacor) Reduces High Triglyceride Levels

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved omega-3 acid ethyl esters (Omacor®) for the treatment of hypertriglyceridemia.

Blood Pressure Study Halted Due to Success

Hypertensive patients taking a combination of an ACE inhibitor and a calcium channel blocker are much less likely to experience an MI or stroke than are those on a beta-blocker and diuretic.

Successful Trial for Phase 2B Fat Burner

Stimulates the metabolism of body fat, to help patients lose an average of 6.2 pounds over 12 weeks.