The Claim

In aged human and mouse visceral adipose tissue, interleukin-10-expressing B cells (B-10 cells) are significantly expanded and constitute the dominant source of interleukin-10, and their abundance is negatively correlated with markers of insulin resistance including HOMA-IR and HbA1c.

Source: Interleukin-10 expressing B lineage cells in visceral adipose tissue protect against aging-related insulin resistance and extend lifespan

What the research says

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In plain English

In older humans and mice, a specific type of immune cell called B-10 cells increases in fat tissue around internal organs and produces most of the anti-inflammatory molecule interleukin-10; higher levels of these cells are linked to lower levels of insulin resistance markers.

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In aged human and mouse visceral adipose tissue, interleukin-10-expressing B cells (B-10 cells) are significantly expanded and serve as the dominant source of the anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10, with their abundance correlating negatively with insulin resistance markers such as HOMA-IR and HbA1c, suggesting a protective role against age-related metabolic dysfunction.

Why this might work

In older individuals, fat tissue around the organs releases signals that cause a specific type of immune cell to multiply and produce more of a healing molecule. These cells then calm down other immune cells that cause inflammation, which allows the body to respond better to insulin and control blood sugar more effectively.

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What the research says

1 study

  1. Study: Interleukin-10 expressing B lineage cells in visceral adipose tissue protect against aging-related insulin resistance and extend lifespan

    In older people and mice, a special kind of immune cell called B-10 gets more common in belly fat and makes a healing signal called IL-10. More of these cells means better blood sugar control and longer life, so they help protect against age-related diabetes.

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