Journal of Public Health and Environmental Research

[ Volume-2(2026) & Issue-2 ]

Review Article

Metabolic Dysregulation in Microgravity: A Focus on Carbohydrate Utilization during Space Missions

  • By Nebechukwu William Eneh, Osasuyi Glory Akinwade, Hadiza Abdullahi Gumel, Mariya Akilu, Oko Augustine Otum, Zainab Ibrahim Suleiman, Shafa’atu Bello Abubakar, Zainab Oyiza Idris - 10 Jul 2026
  • Journal of Public Health and Environmental Research, Volume : 2(2026), Issue: 2, Pages: 1 - 10
  • https://doi.org/10.58612/jpher221
  • Received: 15.06.2026; Accepted: 05.07.2026; Published: 10.07.2026
Abstract:  

Exposure to microgravity during spaceflight induces significant physiological adaptations that disrupt metabolic homeostasis, particularly carbohydrate metabolism. This study reviews current evidence on the effects of microgravity on glucose regulation, insulin sensitivity, skeletal mus Read more