Low-glucose sensor in the brain promotes blood glucose balance
The findings suggest that glucose-sensing neurons in the brain are important for whole body glucose regulation, including during diabetes.
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Image of the Month: The greenhouse inside the lab
In addition to conducting groundbreaking biomedical research, Baylor College of Medicine is also creating better foods to address global food security issues.
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Drink up! How much water do you really need to stay hydrated?
As summer heats up, it’s important to stay hydrated. But how much water should you be drinking? Baylor College of Medicine primary care physician Dr.
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Addressing hunger on the ground in Colombia
May 28 marks World Hunger Day, a time to reflect on a problem still faced by many people despite advances in agricultural technology and government
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Changes in gene p16 create a permissive microenvironment for colon cancer growth
The researchers also developed a strategy that reduced tumor growth and improved survival in tumor-bearing mice.
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GlyNAC supplementation improves cognitive decline and brain health in aging
GlyNAC – a combination of precursors of the natural antioxidant glutathione – improved or reversed age-associated cognitive decline in old mice and improved multiple associated defects in the aging brain.
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Snack me out to the ball game
Maurice Puyau breaks down the calories and the amount of exercise needed to work off from some ballpark favorites.
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The truth about fried food
“The method of frying is important, but so is the food you are frying,” said Dr. Luis Rustveld.
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Preventing liver damage in animal models of Alagille syndrome
The findings show that it is possible to promote the formation of a near-normal biliary tree in animals that already have a poorly developed biliary tree.
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Debating Diets: What is the pescatarian diet?
Erika Zoellner, senior registered dietitian at Baylor College of Medicine, discusses what you need to know about the pescatarian diet.
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