Scientists Find Hidden System That Transforms Brown Fat Into Calorie Burning Machine
Researchers discover how SLIT3 protein helps brown fat build blood vessels and nerves needed to burn calories instead of storing them as fat.
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Researchers discover how SLIT3 protein helps brown fat build blood vessels and nerves needed to burn calories instead of storing them as fat.
New AI-powered blood test analyzes DNA fragments to catch liver fibrosis and cirrhosis in early, treatable stages before damage becomes irreversible.
Three new NIH-funded findings tackle metabolic aging, cardiovascular risk, and a surprising hormonal brake on brain tumors.
New research reveals how gut cells communicate with your brain to shut down appetite during infection through a two-phase signaling process.
WHO-commissioned reviews find Ozempic and similar drugs deliver up to 16% weight loss, but long-term safety data remains limited.
Three NIH-funded studies this week tackle metabolic decline, cardiac risk, and brain tumors โ all with aging implications.
New research reveals how gut cells communicate with your brain to shut down appetite during infection through a two-phase signaling process.
Reducing methionine and cysteine in diet activated calorie-burning beige fat as effectively as cold exposure, offering new weight loss insights.
New research identifies LRG1 protein as early trigger of diabetic retinopathy, opening door to prevention-based treatments.
New research shows diabetes and weight-loss medications slow alcohol absorption, making people feel less intoxicated and potentially reducing drinking.
Scientists discover how thin mountain air transforms red blood cells into glucose absorbers, explaining lower diabetes rates at elevation.
Scientists discover vitamin B3 can target a key genetic driver of fatty liver disease, offering hope for 30% of people affected globally.
Scientists discover vitamin B3 can target a key genetic driver of fatty liver disease, offering hope for a safe, accessible treatment.
New rare sugar sweetener may reduce body fat and blood sugar, but research shows mixed results and potential digestive issues.
New research shows blood sugar can normalize without losing weight by shifting harmful belly fat to healthier locations under the skin.
Large study of 8,000 patients reveals stopping GLP-1 drugs doesn't guarantee weight regain as many restart treatment or adopt lifestyle changes.
Yale researchers solved how coenzyme A from vitamin B5 enters mitochondria, unlocking new insights into metabolism and disease prevention.
Brazilian researchers found the deadly combination of excess abdominal fat and low muscle mass can be detected with simple measurements.
Yale study shows mindfulness training for stressed parents reduced childhood obesity risk more effectively than nutrition education alone.
New research shows ketogenic diet helps normalize blood sugar and dramatically improves muscle response to exercise in mice.