The Claim
In non-diabetic adults, elevated expression of miR-143 and miR-34a in visceral adipose tissue is associated with higher fasting plasma glucose, elevated insulin levels, increased HOMA-IR, and reduced QUICKI and HOMA-B, independent of age, sex, and BMI.
What the research says
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In adults without diabetes, higher levels of two specific microRNAs in visceral fat are linked to higher blood sugar, higher insulin, and signs of insulin resistance, even when accounting for age, sex, and body weight.
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In non-diabetic adults, elevated expression of miR-143 and miR-34a in visceral adipose tissue is associated with higher fasting plasma glucose, elevated insulin levels, increased HOMA-IR, and reduced QUICKI and HOMA-B, independent of age, sex, and BMI, suggesting these microRNAs may serve as biomarkers of insulin resistance in visceral fat.
High levels of two small RNA molecules in belly fat block the production of proteins that help cells respond to insulin and take in sugar, causing blood sugar to rise and insulin to build up in the blood.
What the research says
1 studyIn people without diabetes, higher levels of two tiny molecules (miR-143 and miR-34a) in belly fat are linked to worse blood sugar control and insulin resistance, even when accounting for weight, age, and sex — especially in those who are obese.
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