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·April 29, 2024·5 min read

Brown Fat’s “Off Switch” Discovery Combats Obesity

Researchers have made significant discoveries about brown adipose tissue (BAT), which is known for its calorie-burning capabilities. Their study identifies a protein, AC3-AT, that acts as an "off switch" for BAT activation, limiting its effectiveness in combating obesity. By potentially blocking this switch, the researchers believe they can enhance brown fat's activity, offering a new avenue for treating obesity and related metabolic disorders.

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Featured Neuroscience

·October 7, 2022·3 min read

Daylight Hours Impact Opioid Receptor Levels in Brown Fat

Shorter daylight hours increase opioid receptor signaling in the brown fat of animals.

Featured Neuroscience

·February 2, 2022·5 min read

Flavanols Help Burn Excess Fat

Flavanols enhance the browning of adipose fat by activating the sympathetic nervous system. The findings could have implications for the development of new drugs to help treat obesity.

Featured Neuroscience

·April 28, 2020·2 min read

People with brown fat may burn 15% more calories

Study reports short-term cold exposure activates brown fat and energy metabolism, helping people with brown adipose fat burn calories 15% more than those without.