Outsmarting Obesity: How One Genetic Variant Could Ward Off Weight Gain
A study by Weill Cornell Medicine shows a genetic variant in the GIP receptor could aid in obesity resistance by enhancing metabolism and insulin release,…
A study by Weill Cornell Medicine shows a genetic variant in the GIP receptor could aid in obesity resistance by enhancing metabolism and insulin release,…
Researchers from Karolinska Institute have identified a metabolic increase in the hippocampus as an early phase in the development of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a…
The more we exercise our endurance, the fitter we become – and so do our muscles. They adapt to the load and are able to…
The sequencing of the human genome promised a revolution in medicine, but scientists soon realized that a genetic blueprint alone does not show the body…
For certain individuals, specific genetic variations may lead to the accumulation of fat in the abdominal area while simultaneously offering protection against diabetes. Conventional wisdom…
Liraglutide enhances brain function in individuals with obesity. For our brain to control our actions, it needs to establish links between different stimuli. For instance,…
‘Metabolically healthy obesity’ might be a misleading term, as even individuals within this category face elevated health risks. Fat storage patterns and adipose tissue behavior…
The gene, dubbed Iditarod, seems responsible for exercise’s ability to clean up damaged cells. As the days get shorter and chillier in the northern hemisphere,…
With the world’s population on the rise and climate change intensifying, there’s an increasing need for sustainable protein alternatives. While plant-based “meat” and “dairy” have…
An AI-powered model utilizes chest X-rays to help develop biomarkers for aging. What if determining “your age” was based on your chest rather than your…
Resistant starch, a type of indigestible fiber that undergoes fermentation in the large intestine, has previously demonstrated promising effects on metabolism in studies conducted on…
A new study helps explain the anti-cancer properties of mannose sugar. A study reveals new insights about mannose, a sugar with anti-cancer properties. The research…
Ongoing research by Prof. Lewis Halsey and his team at the University of Roehampton, UK has identified that an upper critical temperature (UCT) exists for…
Individuals who regularly consume cannabis, despite experiencing increased appetite (“the munchies”), tend to have lower body weight and a reduced risk of diabetes compared to…
Why do we find it so hard to resist chocolate bars and similar treats? Why is it so hard to resist chocolate bars, chips, and…
We are pursuing the dream of immortality. We fast to stay healthy. Each year, we invest billions of dollars in healthcare to extend our lifespan….
In numerous nations today, approximately fifty percent of the population is overweight, a figure that’s on an upward trajectory. While a significant number of people…
Proteins integrated into the cell membrane play a crucial role in transporting nutrients to the intended destination within our cells. If this transportation system malfunctions…