Exercise causes acute elevation of IL-6 which reduces postprandial blood glucose levels an

Well SupportedInterleukin-6 (IL-6) is crucial for the insulin-sensitizing effects of exercise.

Partially SupportedAcute spikes in IL-6, such as from exercise or heat stress, may have therapeutic benefits, whereas chronic elevation of IL-6 can be detrimental.

Partially SupportedThe antidepressant effects of hyperthermia treatment are correlated with the strength of the IL-6 response to heat.

Partially SupportedExercise acutely elevates IL-6, which reduces postprandial blood glucose and insulin secretion by delaying gastric emptying in men with type 2 diabetes.