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Proteins and fats can drive insulin production for some, paving way for tailored nutrition

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

The findings reveal that production of the blood sugar-regulating hormone is much more dynamic and individualized than previously thought, while showing for the first time a subset of the population who are hyper-responsive to fatty foods.

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FDA Issues Warning on Dangers of Probiotic Products for Preemie Babies

Drugs.com

27, 2023 -- Federal regulators have sent warning letters to two companies for illegally selling probiotic products for use in preterm infants. FRIDAY, Oct. Food and Drug Administration also sent a letter to health care providers warning of.

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Synthetic chemicals and chemical products require a new regulatory and legal approach to safeguard children's health

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Governments need to test and regulate chemicals and chemical products as closely as they safeguard prescription drugs, the researchers write. Nations must better safeguard health and reduce childhood diseases linked to exposures to toxic chemicals, according to researchers.

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Regulator and Funder? FDA’s Orphan Products Grants Program awards significant funding to help move promising treatments through clinical development

FDA Law Blog: Drug Discovery

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) plays a pivotal role in fostering the development of treatments for rare diseases through its Orphan Products Grants Program. Each year, FDA selects a limited number of clinical trials to fund to help sponsors pursue development of medical products for rare diseases and advance their field.

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Product Highlight: DrugBank on Snowflake Marketplace

DrugBank

From encryption to compliance with industry regulations, Snowflake has you covered, so you can focus on your work with confidence. Snowflake ensures that DrugBank’s data packages meet the highest standards of security and compliance, giving you peace of mind when handling sensitive data.

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Paleolithic diets are not without risks

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

While effective in regulating weight and stabilizing diabetes, these diets are not without risks. Excess protein greatly increases ammonium production, overwhelming the liver. High-protein diets, known as 'Paleolithic diets', are popular. Using mouse models, scientists have studied their impact.

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Major milestone in cutting harmful gases that deplete ozone layer and worsen global warming

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

A new study has revealed significant progress in the drive to reduce levels in the atmosphere of chemicals that destroy Earth's ozone layer, confirming the success of historic regulations limiting their production.