One theory of leptin resistance is that the brain receptors become desensitized to leptin when levels are constantly high. This is similar to how insulin resistance occurs, which is when the body ...

A diabetes drug may beat costly shots for patients with a rare genetic condition, according to a Rutgers Health study.

Discover how tirzepatide, a diabetes drug, offers hope for congenital generalized lipodystrophy (CGL) treatment, potentially ...

Currently, there are no medications specifically designed to treat leptin resistance. However, some medications used to treat obesity and diabetes may help improve insulin sensitivity and regulate ...

Hormones like cortisol and insulin, which manage stress and blood ... which could lead to breakthroughs in treating leptin resistance and, by extension, obesity. The researchers applied ...

A weekly diabetes medication may replace painful daily hormone injections for patients with congenital generalised lipodystrophy (CGL). Early findings suggest that tirzepatide – used for diabetes and ...

CIRM awards US$ 4 mn grant to Entos Pharma to advance development of ENTLEP001, a durable and redosable genetic medicine to treat CGL: San Diego Friday, February 7, 2025, 15:00 Hr ...

A weekly injection of diabetes medication could replace painful daily hormone shots for patients with a rare form of lipodystrophy.

Pregnancy complications may raise long-term risks for heart disease and diabetes, highlighting the need for ongoing care ...

Poles are consuming increasing amounts of sugar, which is contributing to widespread health issues, including obesity and ...