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Daryl
Fri, Apr-27-07, 04:48
"WASHINGTON - Scientists have found clusters of new gene variants that raise the risk of Type 2 diabetes — and how the researchers did it is as important as what they found.

In one of the largest studies yet of human genetic variability, the scientists tested the DNA of more than 32,000 people in five countries to pin down spots that harbor genetic risk factors for this complicated killer."

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/18334731
Kandra
Fri, Apr-27-07, 19:19
Good article. Among the genes implicated:One that helps pump zinc into insulin-producing pancreatic cells, raising questions about the metal’s role in insulin secretion. I found this interesting since so many studies show that the average American is not getting enough Zinc in their diets through food, especially seniors. It seemsto me that even without that genetic marker, a lot of people are still vulnerable since they aren't getting enough zinc in their diets. This looks promising to be a platform for more studies to understand diabetes and insulin.