The Powdered Root of <i>Eurycoma longifolia</i> Jack Improves Beta-Cell Number and Pancreatic Islet Performance through PDX1 Induction and Shows Antihyperglycemic Activity in db/db Mice

The Powdered Root of <i>Eurycoma longifolia</i> Jack Improves Beta-Cell Number and Pancreatic Islet Performance through PDX1 Induction and Shows Antihyperglycemic Activity in db/db Mice

Non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) is a common metabolic disorder worldwide. In addition to the chief feature of long-standing hyperglycemia, dyslipidemia, hyperinsulinemia, and a number of complications develop in parallel. It is believed that an adequate control of blood glucose level...

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Main Authors: Chi-Hao Tsai, Te-Chao Fang, Po-Lin Liao, Jiunn-Wang Liao, Yen-Ju Chan, Yu-Wen Cheng, Ching-Hao Li
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-07-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
diabetes mellitus
<i>Eurycoma longifolia</i>
beta-cell
insulin
PDX1
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/12/7/2111

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