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Study shows medial preoptic area mediates depressive-like behaviors associated with ovarian hormone fluctuations
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Study shows medial preoptic area mediates depressive-like behaviors associated with ovarian hormone fluctuations

by Ingrid Fadelli , Medical Xpress The medial preoptic area mediates depressive-like behaviors associated with ovarian hormone fluctuations Electrophysiological recording from MPOA GABAergic neurons (Vgat+) demonstrated that these neurons reduced their spiking activity in HW-treated mice compared to non-HW controls (NHW). Credit to Can Tao.Fluctuations in the hormones secreted by women’s ovaries, namely estrogen and...

Diabetes as a consequence of COVID-19
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Diabetes as a consequence of COVID-19

by Frederike Buhse, Kiel University The SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, which causes the coronavirus disease COVID-19, can penetrate many different body cells. This has been shown in multiple research papers published in recent weeks. Thus, not only can the function of the respiratory tract and the lungs be severely disrupted, but also numerous other organs. The SARS-CoV-2...

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Anorexia may stunt young women’s growth

Study highlights the importance of early diagnosis and treatment WASHINGTON–Girls with anorexia nervosa can have stunted growth and may not reach their full height potential, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Anorexia nervosa is a condition in which a person loses an unhealthy amount of...

More evidence on vitamin D deficiency and death rates from COVID-19
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More evidence on vitamin D deficiency and death rates from COVID-19

By Sally Robertson, B.Sc. Physicians at the Complete Med Care clinic in Dallas, Texas, have conducted a study showing that the prevalence of severe vitamin D deficiency is strongly correlated with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) mortality rate in European countries. The researchers say the correlation also strengthened over time, making it even less likely to...

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People who eat a late dinner may gain weight

WASHINGTON–Eating a late dinner may contribute to weight gain and high blood sugar, according to a small study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Over 2.1 billion adults are estimated to have overweight or obesity which make health complications like diabetes and high blood pressure more likely. Some studies suggest...

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People with brown fat may burn 15% more calories

WASHINGTON–Short-term cold exposure may help people with brown fat burn 15 percent more calories than those without, according to a small study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Unlike white fat, brown fat burns calories through fatty acid oxidation and heat production and is considered a promising target in the...

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Sex-specific effects of DHEA on bone mineral density and body composition

Among older women, the naturally occurring hormone DHEA may preserve bone and muscle mass when compared with placebo, study suggests UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO ANSCHUTZ MEDICAL CAMPUS AURORA, Colo. (Dec. 4, 2018) – Women 55 and older have an increased risk of bone and muscle loss but therapy with the hormone Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) may help prevent bone loss and increase...

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