The Obesity-Inflammation Connection

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Which of the following can have a toxic effect on beta cells in obese individuals?

Inflammatory cytokines

What can potentially lead to the death of beta cells?

Inflammatory cytokines

Which of the following stressors can trigger beta-cell dysfunction and apoptosis in individuals with a genetic predisposition?

Hyperglycemia

Test your knowledge on the link between obesity, inflammatory cytokines, genetic factors, and beta-cell dysfunction with this informative quiz. Explore the potential toxic effects of pro-inflammatory cytokines on beta cells and understand how genetic predisposition can impact beta-cell function.

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