May 2021 Metabolic Disease Related News from our Partners at Consultant 360

Low Testosterone Linked to Inflammatory Diet

Men who consume a pro-inflammatory diet may have higher odds of testosterone deficiency, according to the results of a recent study
 
Once-Weekly Insulin Is as Effective as Daily Insulin for Diabetes
A once-a-week injectable insulin treatment is as safe and effective as daily insulin injections for patients with type 2 diabetes, according to the results of 2 recently published studies.
 
Hypoglycemia Awareness Impacts Brain Function
Restoration of hypoglycemia awareness is linked to increased blood flow to areas of the brain associated with internal self-awareness and decision making, according to the results of a recent study.
 
How Does Type 1 Diabetes Impact Fracture Risk?
Although type 1 diabetes and diabetic neuropathy have an impact on bone structure, these effects are not enough to explain the increased fracture risk seen in patients within this population, according to a recent study.
 
How Common Is Hypoglycemia After ICU Discharge?
In patients with type 2 diabetes who have been discharged from intensive care units (ICUs), hypoglycemia is common and frequently occurs overnight, according to a recent study.