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Gut Microbiota and Health: Understanding the Role of Diet
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Qatar University Press
, 2020 , Poster)
Gut microbiota plays a major role in regulating the host metabolism and immune system. However, the structure of microbiome population is altered constantly by diverse factors including diet and environment. In particular, ...
The effect of subsidies on healthful consumption: Systematic review and data synthesis
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Qatar University Press
, 2020 , Poster)
Background: Prevalence of obesity and overweight has risen to the level of an epidemic. Health policy makers are seeking evidence-based solutions to this problem. This study reviews evidence on the subsidization of healthy ...
The protective role of Sestrin2 in high fat diet-induced nephropathy
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Qatar University Press
, 2020 , Poster)
Introduction: Obesity is a major risk factor for type-2 diabetes predisposing patients to diabetic nephropathy (DN), the leading cause of end-stage renal failure. Glomerular injury is a prominent pathological feature of ...
The Role of GATA3 in Adipogenesis & Insulin Resistance
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Qatar University Press
, 2020 , Poster)
Background: Impaired adipogenesis plays an important role in the development of obesity-associated insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. Adipose tissue inflammation is a crucial mediator of this process. In hyperglycemia, ...