Top endocrine news of 2021: Semaglutide approval, Walmart insulin and more
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The Healio and Endocrine Today Editors have compiled the top endocrinology news of 2021.
Readers were most interested in the FDA approval of semaglutide, Walmart launching the first private brand analogue insulin, how diet and exercise influence glucose and cardiovascular risk, and more.
Here are 10 of Healio’s most-read endocrine news stories from 2021.
FDA approves once-weekly semaglutide for weight loss
The FDA approved once-weekly semaglutide injection for chronic weight management in adults with obesity or with overweight and at least one weight-related condition.
Walmart launches first and only private brand analogue insulin
Walmart announced it will partner with Novo Nordisk to launch a first-ever private brand analogue insulin, retailing up to 75% off the cash price of branded insulin products.
Intermittent very low-calorie diet lowers glucose levels in adults with obesity, diabetes
Adults with obesity and type 2 diabetes improved glucose levels after eating a very low-calorie diet either 2 or 4 days per week.
Metabolic syndrome ‘better prognostic indicator’ for severe COVID-19 outcomes
The odds for severe COVID-19 outcomes are increased for patients with metabolic syndrome, according to a study published in the Journal of Diabetes.
Any physical activity improves CV fitness; timing may play role
The timing of moderate to vigorous physical activity bouts may improve cardiorespiratory fitness for adults with type 2 diabetes and obesity, especially for men, according to an analysis of Look AHEAD study data.
Time-restricted eating may help prevent, manage many cardiometabolic diseases
Adopting a time-restricted eating schedule to align with a person’s circadian clock could help prevent diabetes, heart disease and other diseases.
Vegan diet provides most health benefits among plant-based eating patterns
Vegetarian and vegan diets provide greater reductions in body weight, fat mass and LDL cholesterol and improved insulin sensitivity compared with other plant-based eating patterns, such as a Mediterranean diet.
Moderate physical activity may prevent fractures for middle-aged adults
Even moderate levels of leisure-time physical activity in middle age are associated with lower risk for fractures.
Novel obesity classifications can aid in tailoring weight-loss treatments
Phenotype-guided obesity interventions, determined by a blood test, can double weight loss for patients compared with standard obesity care.
Experts issue ‘call to action’ to prepare for NASH epidemic
Eight professional societies issued a joint report on the dangers associated with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, calling on clinicians to work together across specialties and align treatment strategies.
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