New mechanism underlying organelle communication revealed in brown fat cells
In recent years, brown fat has garnered increasing attention as the so-called good fat that can protect against obesity and
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Childhood overweight and obesity rates fall slightly overall but rise among disadvantaged families
Although the overall prevalence of overweight and obesity in children and adolescents has fallen slightly over the past decade, the
Read moreHow trans fats assist cell death
Some trans fats enhance a pathway inside the cell that leads to cell death; drugs targeting this mechanism could help address diseases associated with these fats
Read moreCulturally adapted materials boost Latino participation in diabetes education programs
CORVALLIS, Ore. — An Oregon State University study published last week found that diabetes education programs that are linguistically and
Read moreToo much salt weakens the immune system
Study by the University Hospital of Bonn shows: A diet rich in salt weakens the antibacterial immune defense
Read moreDiet quality of young people in US
What The Study Did: This observational study used national survey data from young people up to age 19 to estimate
Read moreNational study finds diets remain poor for most American children; disparities persist
Researchers find only modest improvements, including less sugar, more whole grains
Read moreStudy uncovers increasing global rates of liver cancer
New research reveals rising rates of liver cancer around the world, despite advances aimed at preventing the disease. The findings
Read moreExtract from seeds of the Melinjo tree may improve obesity and diabetes
Melinjo seed extract activates the physiologically beneficial substance adiponectin which improves obesity and diabetes
Read moreUnderweight diabetic patients in Singapore have increased risk of tuberculosis
Singapore scientists find underweight diabetics to be at higher risk of contracting tuberculosis, call for screening to diagnose early
Read moreIt’s in our genome: Uncovering clues to longevity from human genetics
Researchers from Osaka University use genetic and clinical information of 700,000 individuals worldwide to show that high blood pressure and obesity are the strongest risk factors for reduced lifespan in our generation
Read moreEating more protein could help ward off atrial fibrillation in women
Women who ate slightly more than the recommended daily amount of protein were significantly less likely to develop atrial fibrillation (AFib), a dangerous heart rhythm disorder that can lead to stroke and heart failure, when compared with those who consumed less protein, according to research being presented at the American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Session Together with World Congress of Cardiology (ACC.20/WCC).
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