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1/4 "This review brings the new perspective that systemic insulin resistance represents an essential mechanism for overcoming the acute phase of bacterial infection. Insulin resistance is induced by immune cell-derived cytokines..." @TuckerGoodrich http
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The importance of #insulin resistance as an adaptive response to acute #infection for the high energy demands of the immune system, turning maladaptive in #obese humans: evidenced by similar mechanisms in mammals and insects. https://t.co/d58zLufL6V