New pathway enhances brown fat thermogenesis and metabolic health
Researchers have determined how a key protein activates brown fat by expanding blood vessels and nerves in the…
Can eating almonds reduce inflammation in obesity?
A six-week randomized trial shows that adding almonds to the daily diet of adults with obesity can improve…
Tirzepatide activates brown fat, boosting metabolism beyond appetite control
Tirzepatide is one of the drugs that has revolutionized the treatment of obesity and other conditions such as…
Defective fat cells drive metabolic disease in lipodystrophy
Many people may have a dim view of their fat tissue, yet scientists have come to recognize adipose…
Thermogenic beige fat protects blood vessels from hypertension
Obesity causes hypertension. Hypertension causes cardiovascular disease. And cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. While…
Searches for “Ozempic face” surge as people look for filler-based solutions
New search data reveal that as interest in “Ozempic face” surges, people increasingly turn to nonsurgical fillers rather…
Scientists uncover new obesity genes that reshape understanding of weight and disease risk
A global research team maps how rare and common gene variants jointly drive obesity and metabolic disease, offering…
Strong grip strength lowers risk of organ dysfunction in obesity
People with obesity who also have high muscle mass may be less likely to have obesity-related organ damage.…
MRI age clocks reveal how each organ ages differently and predict who develops disease or lives longer
By decoding age gaps across the brain, heart, liver, and more, scientists show that no two organs grow…
Visceral fat activity linked to advanced endometrial cancer
High metabolic activity of visceral fat may be associated with more aggressive endometrial cancer, new research presented today…
Cell messengers signal amyloid plaque buildup in obese individuals
Obesity has long been acknowledged as a risk factor for a wide range of diseases, but a more…
Study shows prediabetes remission does not always require weight loss
New evidence shows that restoring normal glucose regulation can shield against diabetes even without weight loss, reshaping prevention…