Top in endocrinology: Benefits of plant protein, hydrogel capsule
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Researchers said they launched the first study of its kind to assess the correlation between macronutrients and CVD. They concluded that replacing animal protein with plant protein at dinner could lower CVD risk by as much as 10%.
A report on the data was the top story in endocrinology last week.
Another top story suggested that the benefits of a hydrogel capsule extend beyond weight loss. Researchers reported that the treatment could help reduce the risk for liver fibrosis. Clinical trials are underway to examine the long-term impact of hydrogel pill therapy.
Read these and more top stories in endocrinology below:
Swapping animal protein for plant-based dinner may reduce CV risk by 10%
Adults who substitute low-quality carbohydrate or animal protein at dinner with high-quality carbohydrate or plant protein could reduce cardiovascular disease risk by as much as 10%, according to an analysis of survey data. Read more.
Hydrogel capsule for weight loss may reduce risk for liver fibrosis
An oral hydrogel capsule for treatment of obesity may reduce liver fibrosis risk, according to an exploratory analysis of the GLOW study presented at the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology annual meeting. Read more.
Low-calorie diet may effectively ‘replace’ BP medications in type 2 diabetes
Replacing antihypertensive medications with a low-calorie diet to induce weight loss substantially reduces BP and may increase mild dizziness for adults with type 2 diabetes, according to a post hoc analysis of the DiRECT study. Read more.
Obesity increases cardiometabolic risks, even with healthy metabolic markers
People with obesity and a healthy metabolic profile have a higher risk for heart failure and respiratory disease compared with adults without obesity, according to a study published in Diabetologia. Read more.
Traumatic fractures increase subsequent fracture risk for postmenopausal women
Postmenopausal women have an increased risk for a subsequent fracture after both traumatic and nontraumatic initial fractures, according to a study published in JAMA Internal Medicine. Read more.