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Glucose Metabolism

Glucose metabolism refers to the biochemical processes by which the body breaks down, utilizes, and regulates glucose as a primary energy source for cellular function. Research published in International Physiology Journal addresses multiple dimensions of this topic, including the role of nutrients and dietary inter…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 12 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 36× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2578-8590 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Glucose metabolism refers to the biochemical processes by which the body breaks down, utilizes, and regulates glucose as a primary energy source for cellular function. Research published in International Physiology Journal addresses multiple dimensions of this topic, including the role of nutrients and dietary interventions in diabetes management, metabolic dysfunction in obesity, and the therapeutic potential of natural compounds such as bitter melon and mushroom extracts in modulating postprandial glucose responses. Published studies examine the interplay between glucose regulation and thyroid hormone adaptation in obesity, the impact of low energy intake on glucose homeostasis in specific populations, and the application of antioxidant micronutrients in managing metabolic syndrome. Additional work explores cellular metabolism in disease states beyond diabetes, including chronic lymphocytic leukemia, and employs bioinformatics approaches to understand metabolomic patterns in type 2 diabetes. The journal has also published investigations into genetic factors influencing metabolic disease risk and population-level differences in cardiovascular risk profiles. This body of research underscores the clinical and physiological importance of glucose metabolism across diverse health conditions, dietary contexts, and therapeutic strategies aimed at preventing and managing metabolic disorders.

Research published in this journal

12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 12 articles above have been cited 36 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Glucose Metabolism, linking to each citing work.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Physiology Journal (ISSN 2578-8590).

Journal editorial board
Carola Forster · Germany Ricardo J Fernandes · Portugal Alicja Kuban-Jankowska · Poland

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