Scientists have discovered new fat cell subpopulations with specialized functions, revealing differences between subcutaneous and…
Browsing: Obesity
Obesity is a complex medical condition characterized by excessive body fat that can negatively affect health, increasing the risk of diseases such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, certain cancers, and more. It results from a combination of genetic, behavioral, metabolic, and environmental factors, including diet, physical activity levels, and socio-economic influences. As obesity rates rise globally, it has become a major focus of public health research, with scientists exploring its biological mechanisms, long-term health impacts, and effective prevention and treatment strategies—from lifestyle interventions to medications and bariatric surgery. Understanding obesity is key to addressing one of the most pressing health challenges of the modern era.
Nerve cells that signal when we are full also trigger cravings for sweets. Most people…
A randomized, placebo-controlled trial validates a side effect frequently observed by doctors and patients. A…
Scientists have discovered that circadian rhythms—our internal clocks—play a major role in when and how…
Scientists found brainstem neurons that tell mice when to stop eating, offering insights for obesity…
Scientists mapped fat tissue differences in obese individuals, uncovering cell changes linked to metabolic disease…
Heatstroke can cause long-term organ damage and obesity in mice, raising concerns about similar effects…
Moderate-intensity exercise helps regulate appetite and boosts key weight loss hormones, offering benefits similar to…
A new study uncovers a novel mechanism through which brown fat is transformed into heat,…
A Cleveland Clinic study reveals that bariatric surgery significantly reduces the risk of serious liver…
Researchers at the University of California, Riverside, backed by a substantial NIH grant, are pioneering…
Recent findings indicate that widely used weight-loss medications might lead to muscle loss, including vital…
A study on GLP1RA medications found that behavioral side effects likely do not result from…
New research reveals neurons in the hippocampus that store memories of sugar and fat, influencing…
GLP-1 medications linked to a lower risk of dementia and addiction but higher risk of…
Intermittent fasting is an effective method for weight loss and enhances cardiovascular health in individuals…
The researchers hypothesize that brown adipose tissue (BAT) offers protection against compromised healthy longevity, including…
Researchers at CRCHUM found that targeting the enzyme ABHD6 in specific brain regions of mice…