Category: diabetes
Carnosine Against Dementia
The protective role of carnosine against type 2 diabetes-induced cognitive impairment Carnosine, a histidine containing dipeptide, plays a protective role in cognitive diseases due to its antioxidant, anti-inflammation, and anti-glycation properties, all of which may slow the development of neurodegenerative diseases and ischemic injury. Furthermore, carnosine is also involved in regulating glucose and insulin in…
Type 2 Diabetes and Skeletal Muscle Atrophy Vicious Cycle
Recent studies have highlighted a significant interplay between Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) and skeletal muscle atrophy (SMA), commonly known as sarcopenia. This relationship forms a vicious cycle where each condition exacerbates the other, leading to deteriorated muscle health and impaired glucose metabolism. Understanding this connection is crucial for developing effective management strategies. Key Findings:…
Veganism is bad for older folks – my take on it
Veganism is a religion, but not mine. Aside of that, it can be bad for older adults. Vegan diet is necessarily high carb, and is more tolerable and can be excused in young age. But for older folks it is bad, and leads to type 2 diabetes and eventually to dementia. I follow low carb…
Veganism in Old Age: A Path to Healthy Aging?
Veganism, a lifestyle that eliminates all animal products, has grown in popularity among people of all ages. While it is often associated with environmental and ethical concerns, adopting a vegan diet can also provide significant health benefits for older adults, particularly when it comes to healthy aging and disease prevention. However, careful planning is essential…
Why Veganism May Not Be Ideal for Older Adults: Key Concerns and Evidence
Studies show that older adults need higher protein intake to prevent muscle loss—1.2–1.5 g per kg of body weight—which can be harder to achieve with plant-based proteins alone
Alzheimer’s Disease: A Type 3 Diabetes?
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects memory and cognitive function. In recent years, mounting evidence suggests that Alzheimer’s might be more than just a disease of aging—it may be a metabolic disorder, closely linked to insulin resistance and impaired glucose metabolism in the brain. Researchers have even coined the term…