Research found that eating fewer calories changes proteins in muscle, improving insulin sensitivity. This is important for controlling blood sugar levels.
Interestingly, about 70% of the changes were different between males and females. Two proteins, Lmod1 and Ehbp1l1, were linked to better glucose uptake in muscles.
This highlights the need for treatments specific to each sex when looking at diabetes.
Difficult words
- protein — Substances that help muscles and the body work.proteins
- sensitivity — The ability to notice changes or respond to them.
- insulin — A hormone that helps control blood sugar.
- glucose — A type of sugar found in food and blood.
- treatment — Medical care for health problems.treatments
- diabetes — A condition that affects blood sugar levels.
- male — A term for a man or boy.males
- female — A term for a woman or girl.females
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think treatments should be specific to each sex?
- How might changing diet affect muscle function?
- What are the implications of improved insulin sensitivity?
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