Could Common Cooking-Oil Fat Be Fueling Psoriasis Itch?
Scientists have identified a receptor on sensory nerves that appears to detect a fatty-acid byproduct found at high…
Could GLP-1 drugs help women with PCOS beyond weight loss?
As GLP-1 medications gain attention for weight management, researchers investigate whether their effects extend to menstrual health, hormone…
Platelet hyperactivity drives glioblastoma progression and deep vein thrombosis
New Cleveland Clinic research published in Cancer Cell shows that people with glioblastoma have more active platelets, which are…
Researchers find simple way to boost engineered T-cell therapies
Researchers at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center have identified a promising new strategy to make cancer-fighting immune…
Engineered albumin could lead to needle-free, long-lasting protein medicines
Protein-based medicines have transformed the treatment of many diseases, but they often come with a limitation: they must…
Most adults with obesity did not meet food noise criteria in US survey
Persistent thoughts about food are gaining recognition as a psychological experience, but researchers still face questions about how…
Semaglutide changes gut bacteria in rats beyond what eating less explains
A controlled feeding experiment in male and female rats investigates whether changes in gut bacteria follow reduced eating…
Blood pressure drug losartan boosts metabolism by stimulating brown fat
Losartan, a drug commonly prescribed for high blood pressure, boosts brown adipose tissue or “brown fat” activity and…
Study explores potential breast cancer benefits of neurokinin receptor antagonists
Neurokinin receptor (NKR) antagonists are already widely used for treating menopausal hot flashes, representing a highly effective nonhormone…
Stopping GLP-1 drugs often brings weight back. A small trial suggests ways to slow it
Maintaining weight loss after medication ends is a difficult transition, prompting researchers to test two practical support options…
Disrupted circadian rhythms may influence tumor immunity and cancer spread
Epidemiological studies link light at night (LAN), shift work, chronic jet lag (CJL), and core clock gene mutations…
Structured support may slow weight regain after stopping GLP-1 drugs
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists are effective treatments for obesity, but discontinuation is common due to cost, insurance…