Leontine Sandforth, Stephanie Kullmann, Arvid Sandforth, Andreas Fritsche, Reiner Jumpertz-von Schwartzenberg, Norbert Stefan, Andreas L Birkenfeld
{"title":"Prediabetes remission to reduce the global burden of type 2 diabetes.","authors":"Leontine Sandforth, Stephanie Kullmann, Arvid Sandforth, Andreas Fritsche, Reiner Jumpertz-von Schwartzenberg, Norbert Stefan, Andreas L Birkenfeld","doi":"10.1016/j.tem.2025.01.004","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tem.2025.01.004","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Prediabetes is a highly prevalent and increasingly common condition affecting a significant proportion of the global population. The heterogeneous nature of prediabetes presents a challenge in identifying individuals who particularly benefit from lifestyle or other therapeutic interventions aiming at preventing type 2 diabetes (T2D) and associated comorbidities. The phenotypic characteristics of individuals at risk for diabetes are associated with both specific risk profiles for progression and a differential potential to facilitate prediabetes remission and reduce the risk of future T2D. This review examines the current definition and global prevalence of prediabetes and evaluates the potential of prediabetes remission to reduce the alarming increase in the global burden of T2D.</p>","PeriodicalId":54415,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":11.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143426648","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Gong Feng, Yu Han, Wah Yang, Scott Shikora, Kamal Mahawar, Tan To Cheung, Giovanni Targher, Christopher D Byrne, Virginia Hernandez-Gea, Herbert Tilg, Ming-Hua Zheng
{"title":"Recompensation in MASLD-related cirrhosis via metabolic bariatric surgery.","authors":"Gong Feng, Yu Han, Wah Yang, Scott Shikora, Kamal Mahawar, Tan To Cheung, Giovanni Targher, Christopher D Byrne, Virginia Hernandez-Gea, Herbert Tilg, Ming-Hua Zheng","doi":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.05.009","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.05.009","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The prognosis of patients with decompensated cirrhosis is poor, with significantly increased liver-related mortality rates. With the rising tide of decompensated cirrhosis associated with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), the role of metabolic bariatric surgery (MBS) in achieving hepatic recompensation is garnering increasing attention. However, the complexity of preoperative assessment, the risk of postoperative disease recurrence, and the potential for patients to experience surgical complications of the MBS present challenges. In this opinion article we analyze the potential of MBS to induce recompensation in MASLD-related cirrhosis, discuss the mechanisms by which MBS may affect recompensation, and compare the characteristics of different MBS procedures; we highlight the therapeutic potential of MBS in MASLD-related cirrhosis recompensation and advocate for research in this complex area.</p>","PeriodicalId":54415,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism","volume":" ","pages":"118-132"},"PeriodicalIF":11.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141441113","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Azadeh Nasuhidehnavi, Weronika Zarzycka, Ignacy Górecki, Ying Ann Chiao, Chi Fung Lee
{"title":"Emerging interactions between mitochondria and NAD<sup>+</sup> metabolism in cardiometabolic diseases.","authors":"Azadeh Nasuhidehnavi, Weronika Zarzycka, Ignacy Górecki, Ying Ann Chiao, Chi Fung Lee","doi":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.07.010","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.07.010","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD<sup>+</sup>) is an essential coenzyme for redox reactions and regulates cellular catabolic pathways. An intertwined relationship exists between NAD<sup>+</sup> and mitochondria, with consequences for mitochondrial function. Dysregulation in NAD<sup>+</sup> homeostasis can lead to impaired energetics and increased oxidative stress, contributing to the pathogenesis of cardiometabolic diseases. In this review, we explore how disruptions in NAD<sup>+</sup> homeostasis impact mitochondrial function in various cardiometabolic diseases. We discuss emerging studies demonstrating that enhancing NAD<sup>+</sup> synthesis or inhibiting its consumption can ameliorate complications of this family of pathological conditions. Additionally, we highlight the potential role and therapeutic promise of mitochondrial NAD<sup>+</sup> transporters in regulating cellular and mitochondrial NAD<sup>+</sup> homeostasis.</p>","PeriodicalId":54415,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism","volume":" ","pages":"176-190"},"PeriodicalIF":11.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11794032/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142094218","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Shuhui Sun, Mengmeng Jiang, Shuai Ma, Jie Ren, Guang-Hui Liu
{"title":"Exploring the heterogeneous targets of metabolic aging at single-cell resolution.","authors":"Shuhui Sun, Mengmeng Jiang, Shuai Ma, Jie Ren, Guang-Hui Liu","doi":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.07.009","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.07.009","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Our limited understanding of metabolic aging poses major challenges to comprehending the diverse cellular alterations that contribute to age-related decline, and to devising targeted interventions. This review provides insights into the heterogeneous nature of cellular metabolism during aging and its response to interventions, with a specific focus on cellular heterogeneity and its implications. By synthesizing recent findings using single-cell approaches, we explored the vulnerabilities of distinct cell types and key metabolic pathways. Delving into the cell type-specific alterations underlying the efficacy of systemic interventions, we also discuss the complexity of integrating single-cell data and advocate for leveraging computational tools and artificial intelligence to harness the full potential of these data, develop effective strategies against metabolic aging, and promote healthy aging.</p>","PeriodicalId":54415,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism","volume":" ","pages":"133-146"},"PeriodicalIF":11.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142057237","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sang Mun Han, Hahn Nahmgoong, Kyung Min Yim, Jae Bum Kim
{"title":"How obesity affects adipocyte turnover.","authors":"Sang Mun Han, Hahn Nahmgoong, Kyung Min Yim, Jae Bum Kim","doi":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.07.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.07.004","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Cellular turnover is fundamental for tissue homeostasis and integrity. Adipocyte turnover, accounting for 4% of the total cellular mass turnover in humans, is essential for adipose tissue homeostasis during metabolic stress. In obesity, an altered adipose tissue microenvironment promotes adipocyte death. To clear dead adipocytes, macrophages are recruited and form a distinctive structure known as crown-like structure; subsequently, new adipocytes are generated from adipose stem and progenitor cells in the adipogenic niche to replace dead adipocytes. Accumulating evidence indicates that adipocyte death, clearance, and adipogenesis are sophisticatedly orchestrated during adipocyte turnover. In this Review, we summarize our current understandings of each step in adipocyte turnover, discussing its key players and regulatory mechanisms.</p>","PeriodicalId":54415,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism","volume":" ","pages":"147-160"},"PeriodicalIF":11.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141879810","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Lauriane Le Collen, Philippe Froguel, Amélie Bonnefond
{"title":"Towards the recognition of oligogenic forms of type 2 diabetes.","authors":"Lauriane Le Collen, Philippe Froguel, Amélie Bonnefond","doi":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.06.006","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.06.006","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The demarcation between monogenic and polygenic type 2 diabetes (T2D) is less distinct than previously believed. Notably, recent research has highlighted a new entity, that we suggest calling oligogenic forms of T2D, serving as a genetic link between these two forms. In this opinion article, we have reviewed scientific advances that suggest categorizing genes involved in oligogenic T2D. Research focused on polygenic T2D has faced challenges in deepening our comprehension of the pathophysiology of T2D due to the inability to directly establish causal links between a signal and the molecular mechanisms underlying the disease. However, the study of oligogenic forms of T2D has illuminated distinct causal connections between genes and disease risk, thereby indicating potential new drug targets.</p>","PeriodicalId":54415,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism","volume":" ","pages":"109-117"},"PeriodicalIF":11.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141494290","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Melatonin.","authors":"Gregory E Demas, Yuqi Han, Hannah F Fink","doi":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.07.007","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.07.007","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":54415,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism","volume":" ","pages":"191-192"},"PeriodicalIF":11.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11779981/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141861678","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Unleashing metabolic power for axonal regeneration.","authors":"Xiaoyan Yang, Bing Zhou","doi":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.07.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.07.001","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Axon regeneration requires the mobilization of intracellular resources, including proteins, lipids, and nucleotides. After injury, neurons need to adapt their metabolism to meet the biosynthetic demands needed to achieve axonal regeneration. However, the exact contribution of cellular metabolism to this process remains elusive. Insights into the metabolic characteristics of proliferative cells may illuminate similar mechanisms operating in axon regeneration; therefore, unraveling previously unappreciated roles of metabolic adaptation is critical to achieving neuron regrowth, which is connected to the therapeutic strategies for neurological conditions necessitating nerve repairs, such as spinal cord injury and stroke. Here, we outline the metabolic role in axon regeneration and discuss factors enhancing nerve regrowth, highlighting potential novel metabolic treatments for restoring nerve function.</p>","PeriodicalId":54415,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism","volume":" ","pages":"161-175"},"PeriodicalIF":11.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141789809","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Standardizing methodologies to study microplastics and nanoplastics in cardiovascular diseases.","authors":"Yilin Pan, Suowen Xu, Xiubin Yang","doi":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.07.013","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.07.013","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Microplastics and nanoplastics (MNPs) are being recognized as new cardiovascular risk factors, impacting vascular cell functions and exacerbating atherosclerosis through diverse mechanisms. However, the varied concentrations of MNPs detected in major cardiovascular tissues highlight the urgent need for standardized research methodologies to better understand their impact and inform future health guidelines.</p>","PeriodicalId":54415,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism","volume":" ","pages":"105-108"},"PeriodicalIF":11.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141914578","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"New anti-inflammatory mechanism of glucocorticoids uncovered.","authors":"Carolyn L Cummins, Ido Goldstein","doi":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.08.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.tem.2024.08.003","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Glucocorticoids (GCs) are potent anti-inflammatory drugs. A new study by Auger et al. found that GCs increase itaconate, an anti-inflammatory tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle intermediate, by promoting movement of cytosolic pyruvate dehydrogenase (PDH) to mitochondria. Itaconate was sufficient for mediating the anti-inflammatory effects of GCs in mice, overriding the notion that nuclear glucocorticoid receptor (GR) is necessary for inflammation inhibition.</p>","PeriodicalId":54415,"journal":{"name":"Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism","volume":" ","pages":"99-101"},"PeriodicalIF":11.4,"publicationDate":"2025-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142057238","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}