body fat

·May 14, 2020

Coffee linked to lower body fat in women

Women aged between 20-44 who drank two to three cups of coffee a day had 3.4% lower adiposity than those who did not consume coffee. Older women who drank four cups per day had an adiposity level 4.1% lower. Overall, total body fat percentage was 2.8% lower in women of all ages who drank two to three cups of coffee a day. Read More

This diagram shows how body fat affects thinking skills

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·December 19, 2019

Changes in the immune system explain why belly fat is bad for thinking

Less muscle mass and increased body fat may affect cognition as we age. The link between body mass and declining fluid intelligence may be attributed to different types of white blood cells. Read More

This shows a woman next to a bowl of salad measuring her tummy

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·August 28, 2019

The role of a single molecule in obesity

A molecule called 27HC directly affects white adipose tissue and increases body fat, even if you eat a healthy diet. Read More

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·August 27, 2019

Excess body fat increases the risk of depression

Those who are 10 kilograms, or 22 pounds, overweight have a 17% increased risk of developing depression. The risk of depression increases in line with how overweight a person is. Read More

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·January 21, 2019

Our Genes Affect Where Fat is Stored on Our Bodies

According to a new study, genetic factors heavily influence where we are most likely to store fat on our bodies. Researchers found the relationship between genetics and fat storage is more significant in women than in men. Read More

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·January 12, 2019

Bile Acids Mediate Metabolic Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery

Researchers report bile acids play a key role in providing positive metabolic effects after weight loss surgery. The study also suggest the intestinal microbiome participates in post surgical improvements following gastric bypass. The findings could help develop new treatments for diabetes and obesity, researchers report. Read More

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·January 12, 2019

Sugar’s Sick Secrets: How Industry Forces Have Manipulated Science to Downplay the Harm

UCSF researchers report the food and beverage industries push sugary products while obfuscating the significant health issues added sugars can cause. The findings shed light on sugars' link to disease and exposes industrial tactics to downplay the public health risks of diets too high in sugar. Read More

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·January 9, 2019

Excessive Body Fat Around Middle Linked to Smaller Brain Size

Researchers report obesity and excessive body fat around the middle is associated with lower grey matter volume in the brain. The study also found a link between obesity and shrinkage in specific brain areas. Read More

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·December 27, 2018

How Exercise Reduces Belly Fat in Humans

According to researchers, interleukin 6 plays a critical role in how exercise helps to reduce body fat. Read More

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·August 1, 2018

Measure of Belly Fat in Older Adults Linked to Cognitive Impairment

Researchers report your body fat could be a predictor of cognitive decline. The study reveals older people with higher waist to hip ratios had reduced cognitive function. Read More

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·April 14, 2018

Sweet Tooth Gene Linked to Less Body Fat

Researchers report people with the 'sweet tooth', FGF21 genetic mutation tend to have less body fat. However, the genetic mutation is also linked to slightly elevated blood pressure. Read More