CONTENT AND LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Clear understanding of:
- The interaction between genes and environment in generating metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes
- What constitutes a remission of type 2 diabetes
Be aware of:
- The role of regional fat accumulation, and the concept of ectopic body fat
Be able to:
- Articulate simple messages for ordinary people which explain the nature of type 2 diabetes and its reversibility
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Expert speaker
Professor Mike Lean
Glasgow Royal Infirmary, University of Glasgow
Professor Mike Lean is a hospital physician, registered specialist in General Medicine, Diabetes and Endocrinology, and also one of only two UK GMC-registered specialists in Human Nutrition. He is Professor of Human Nutrition and diabetes researcher, including PI for the Diabetes Remission Clinical Trial (DiRECT). Current H-Index 107.
Paper reference
The session discusses the paper: Banting, banting and banter – Diabetic Medicine 2021 (in press)
An account of a career aimed at unpicking the disease-process behind type 2 diabetes, and applying logic and non-rocket science to halting and reversing the process, for real people in the real world.
About Journal Club Chair, Dr Caroline Childs
Each Journal Club session is chaired by Dr Caroline Childs, Nutrition and Metabolism subject lead in Medicine at the University of Southampton. She received student-nominated awards for ‘most engaging lecturer’ and ‘best pastoral support’ and a colleague-nominated award for teaching excellence. Dr Childs is a Nutrition Society Ambassador and a South East Regional Representative for the Association for Nutrition.
As she says, “Developing skills in critical appraisal is an essential part of being a competent nutrition professional – whether you’re a dietitian, nutritionist or health professional specialising in nutrition.”
APPRAISING RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS
Nutrition research reported in the media often highlights mixed or contradictory results between studies. So, as a nutrition professional, how can you ensure you use the strongest available evidence to inform your practice?
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