Ancient Gene mutation could protect against diabetes

Researchers discovered the mutation while studying a gene called CLTCL1, which is heavily involved in removing sugar from the bloodstream. While a certain amount of blood sugar is necessary to provide energy to the brain and other organs, too much leads to type 2 diabetes, where the body loses its ability to control how much sugar is circulating. The scientists found that about half the world’s population carries a mutation that helps the body to clear sugar from the circulation more effectively than in the past. Read more in the Guardian