A recent study on fruit flies from Brown University is creating a buzz in the scientific community with a finding that could change how we think about aging. It turns out that a tiny, unassuming hormone produced in the fly’s gut plays a surprisingly powerful role in its aging process. The most provocative discovery? This … Read more
Could your teenager’s struggles with anxiety or school performance be connected to their weight? It’s a question that’s gaining traction as new research explores the surprising links between carrying extra pounds and mental well-being. This isn’t just about how society views weight; scientists are now looking into deeper, biological connections within our brains and even … Read more
New research shows that children with obesity who’ve experienced recent weight loss are more likely to display hunger-related brain activity post-meal.
Fat accumulation in the liver can lead to a multitude of problems associated with the immune system attacking the liver in response.
Researchers from the University of South Denmark developed MATOMIC to investigate the role of gut microbiomes in obese people.
With obesity rates rising globally, a new study targets how belly fat is linked to an increased risk of metabolic disease.
A new study reports that inhibiting a liver enzyme in obese mice decreases their appetite, increases expenditure of fat, and results in weight loss.
Research shows that 12 weeks of selective consumption of vegan foods can result in beneficial weight loss and improved blood sugar control.
A therapy involving the continuous release of nitric oxide could help with obesity and related conditions like Type 2 diabetes.
Scientists report that their findings indicate “nutritional wisdom,” that is, foods were selected to meet the need for vitamins and minerals, and to avoid nutritional deficiencies.