obesity
A metabolic master switch underlying human obesity
Posted in Medicine on 22nd Aug, 2015
by Alex Muller
Researchers have unveiled a new pathway that controls human metabolism by prompting our adipocytes, or fat cells, to store fat or burn it away.
UK Diabetes cases soar by 60% in past decade
Posted in Medicine on 17th Aug, 2015
by Alex Muller
More than 3.3 million people have the condition, up from 2.1 million in 2005. The inability to control the level of sugar in the blood can lead to blindness and amputations.
The Cause Of Overeating Might Be A Brain Hormone Deficiency, According To A New Study
Posted in Medicine on 27th Jul, 2015
by Alex Muller
GLP-1 peptides let the brain know when we are satisfied and that we should stop eating.
Microbes Genetically Engineered to Prevent Obesity
Posted in Featured, Medicine on 13th Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller
Genetically engineered bacteria ward off obesity in mice, showing how the microbiome could be used treat chronic diseases in people.
Being overweight 'reduces dementia risk'
Posted in Medicine on 10th Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller
Being overweight cuts the risk of dementia, according to the largest and most precise investigation into the relationship.