Exercise is Medicine - Physical Activity and Insulin Action in Diabetes

In this episode, we sit down with Prof. Juleen Zierath, recipient of the 2024 EASD-Novo Nordisk Foundation Diabetes Prize for Excellence. A former EASD President, Prof. Zierath shares insights from her pioneering research on the role of exercise in diabetes management, exploring how physical activity can improve glucose metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and overall metabolic health. She also discusses the impact of circadian rhythms on metabolism, the mysteries of insulin action, and the future of precision medicine in diabetes care.

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EASD presents: Diabetes Insights - Breakthroughs and Innovators Join us for expert interviews and discussions on the latest advances in diabetes research. Discover how groundbreaking medicines and cutting-edge technologies are shaping the future of diabetes treatment and management. Get inspired by the stories of distinguished researchers whose discoveries and contributions have transformed our understanding of diabetes. These podcasts were recorded at the EASD Annual Meeting 2024 in Madrid, Spain. You can learn more about the research discussed by watching the scientific presentations in the EASD Media Centre (https://www.easd.org/media-centre/home.html). New episode released every Friday.