Endocrine Abstracts

Three phenotypes of prediabetes are known: impaired fasting glucose (IFG), Impaired glucose tolerance (IGT), and combined IFG/IGT. IFG is associated with impaired early phase and normal second-phase of insulin secretion. IGT is associated with both impaired early and late phase of insulin secretion. Numerous studies have demonstrated efficacy of lifestyle intervention in improving 2-hr oral glucose tolerance and fasting plasma glucose (FPG) in individuals with prediabetes, whi...

Introduction: Ongoing scientific research indicates that there is a dangerous link between eating foods that contain gluten and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (HT). Gluten can be an irritant to HT by creating inflammation in the thyroid gland. Selenium, an important oligoelement, is a component of the antioxidant system. Over the last decade, it has been ever more frequently discussed in the context of thyroid disorders. The purpose of this study was to highlight the positive r...

IntroductionAdequate supply of zinc, selenium, and vitamin D is essential for resistance to other viral infections, immune function, and reduced inflammation. Low levels of micronutrients are associated with adverse clinical outcomes during viral infections. Vitamin D improves the physical barrier against the virus and stimulates the production of antimicrobial peptides. It can prevent cytokine storms by reducing the production of inflammatory cytokines....