Frederick Madison Allen

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Frederick Madison Allen (Template:IPA-en) was a prominent American physician and diabetes specialist in the early 20th century. His work significantly contributed to the understanding and treatment of diabetes.

Etymology

The name "Frederick" is of Germanic origin, meaning "peaceful ruler". "Madison" is of English origin, meaning "son of Maud". "Allen" is a Celtic name, meaning "handsome".

Life and Career

Frederick Madison Allen was born in 1879 in Illinois, United States. He studied medicine at the University of Chicago and later specialized in the study of diabetes. Allen is best known for his development of the starvation diet, a controversial treatment for diabetes that involved severe calorie restriction. Despite its controversy, the starvation diet was a precursor to the modern understanding of diabetes management.

Contributions to Medicine

Allen's work in diabetes research led to significant advancements in the field. His starvation diet, while harsh, demonstrated the impact of diet on blood sugar levels and paved the way for future dietary recommendations for diabetics. Allen also contributed to the development of insulin therapy, which is now a standard treatment for diabetes.

Related Terms

  • Diabetes: A group of metabolic disorders characterized by high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period.
  • Starvation diet: A diet that severely restricts calorie intake.
  • Insulin: A hormone that regulates the amount of glucose in the blood.

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