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Investigators share new findings in islet cell interactions
Pancreatic islets contain five endocrine cell types that interact with each other and the rest of the body. Scientists shared their latest research into the islet-cell interactome during the 83rd Scientific Sessions. Maria L. Golson, PhD, explored the mechanisms by which delta cells regulate beta cell function. Delta cells are known primarily for their production…
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Experts debate role of the microbiome in obesity
The microbiome accounts for 99% of the genes in a human, yet the notion that the microbiome plays a role in human obesity is all hype, according to Max Nieuwdorp, MD, PhD. He debated Rob Knight, PhD, on this issue. Dr. Knight supported the argument that the microbiome is key in obesity.
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Wide adoption of digital devices creates opportunities to improve diabetes care
Rachel Stahl, MS, RD, CDN, and three other health innovation experts shared strategies for integrating digital technologies into diabetes management during a Scientific Sessions symposium. Half a billion people worldwide use digital devices for health-related purposes, from managing chronic diseases to tracking diet and physical activity, Stahl said.
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Presenter Perspectives: Food Is Medicine for People with Diabetes and At-Risk of Diabetes
Guoxun Chen, PhD, shares details about this presentation, which begins Monday, June 28, at 4:30 p.m. ET.
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Presenter Profiles: Practical Tips and Strategies for Plant-Based Eating with Diabetes
Lauren Plunkett, RDN, LD, CDCES, discusses the research behind this presentation at the 82nd Scientific Sessions. Attendees in New Orleans can watch the session in-person Saturday, June 4 at 5:30 p.m. CT, and a recording can be viewed on-demand via the meeting’s virtual platform after the live presentation.
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Session will review benefits of behavioral diabetes management
Some of the diabetes management tools with the greatest efficacy are those that patients can use by themselves. Experts including Sarah S. Jaser, PhD, will discuss the impact tracking blood glucose levels, sleep quality, diet choices, and other behaviors can have in disease management while paying tribute to behavioral diabetes pioneer Mark Peyrot, PhD.
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ADA Nutrition Therapy for Adults with Diabetes—2019 Consensus Paper
Kelly Rawlings, MPH, previews the session “ADA Nutrition Therapy for Adults with Diabetes—2019 Consensus Paper,” which begins at 8:00 a.m. Saturday in S-203 (South, Level 2).
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Results from 10 major studies to be presented at the Scientific Sessions
New data from cardiovascular prevention trials are just some of the highly anticipated study announcements that will be presented at the 79th Scientific Sessions. Check out the schedule of sessions featuring major study results.
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Q&A: Genetics and epigenetics of diabetic complications
Genetic variation provides a partial explanation for the occurrence of diabetes and its complications. But epigenetic variation has a role, as well. ADAMeetingNews.org spoke with Niina Sandholm, DSc, and Rama Natarajan, PhD, two of the researchers who will review the latest findings in this area during the Tuesday morning symposium “Genetics and Epigenetics of Diabetic…
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A New Era—Leveraging RDNs in Medication Management in Reducing Therapeutic Inertia
Gretchen Benson, RDN, CDCES, discussed how a team-based approach featuring an expanded role for registered dietitian nutritionists (RDN) can help patients with type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia achieve better outcomes. She highlighted results from several studies demonstrating the benefits of expanding the role of RDNs in initiating/titrating medications.