September 2012 PMID 22828920

Gingerols of Zingiber officinale enhance glucose uptake by increasing cell surface GLUT4 in cultured L6 myotubes.

Yiming Li, Van H Tran, Colin C Duke, Basil D Roufogalis

Mentions

6
Peak: 2 in Nov 2020
across 3 sources since Nov 2020

Extended reach

222,553
potential audience

Total likes

6,375

Video views

215,606

Mentions per month

Nov 2020 – Nov 2024

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions express general support for the research, with mentions of key terms like GLUT4 and glucose absorption, reflecting an interest in the biological processes. The tone indicates curiosity about health applications, but without extensive debate or critique, showing moderate engagement and perceived impact. Words like 'enhance' and references to cellular mechanisms contribute to understanding the potential significance of the study.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts agree with the scientific findings, acknowledging the potential health benefits of gingerols.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions show moderate curiosity about the mechanisms and implications of the research.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific biological targets like GLUT4 and glucose uptake, indicating some deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The posts suggest the findings could influence future research or dietary approaches, reflecting moderate perceived impact.

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@yasu0804 · X

生姜は糖尿病にも効くかもしれないよって実験 GLUT4(グルコース輸送体)を増やして糖の取り込みを促進する。 https://t.co/8AAmO3sdBv

Nov 6, 2020 · 11 likes · 2 shares · 4,611 followers View post →
ワクチン薬害、シェディング、コロナ後遺症による体調不良などの酸化ストレス解消に電磁波対策も
@okadaue_dsgenki · X

RT @yasu0804: 生姜は糖尿病にも効くかもしれないよって実験 GLUT4(グルコース輸送体)を増やして糖の取り込みを促進する。 https://t.co/8AAmO3sdBv

Jul 5, 2021 · 2 shares · 2,007 followers View post →

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ワクチン薬害、シェディング、コロナ後遺症による体調不良などの酸化ストレス解消に電磁波対策も
@okadaue_dsgenki · X

RT @yasu0804: 生姜は糖尿病にも効くかもしれないよって実験 GLUT4(グルコース輸送体)を増やして糖の取り込みを促進する。 https://t.co/8AAmO3sdBv

Jul 5, 2021 · 2 shares · 2,007 followers View post →
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@chiiz2727 · X

RT @yasu0804: 生姜は糖尿病にも効くかもしれないよって実験 GLUT4(グルコース輸送体)を増やして糖の取り込みを促進する。 https://t.co/8AAmO3sdBv

Nov 7, 2020 · 2 shares · 308 followers View post →
ぽん
@yasu0804 · X

生姜は糖尿病にも効くかもしれないよって実験 GLUT4(グルコース輸送体)を増やして糖の取り込みを促進する。 https://t.co/8AAmO3sdBv

Nov 6, 2020 · 11 likes · 2 shares · 4,611 followers View post →
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