The brain consumes half of a child’s energy, and that could matter for weight gain
New hypothesis proposes a variation in brain energy expenditure during childhood may be linked to increased obesity risk.... Read More...
metabolism
Gut Bacteria Interferes with Metabolism of Parkinson’s Drug
Study provides first concrete examples of how the microbiome can interfere with a drug's intended path throughout the body.... Read More...
An extra burger meal a day eats the brain away
Neurodegeneration sets in earlier for those with unhealthy diets and lifestyle choices.... Read More...
Study links irregular sleep patterns to metabolic disorders
Irregular sleep patterns have been linked to an increased risk of developing metabolic disorders such as diabetes and obesity. ... Read More...
Gene mutation evolved to cope with modern high-sugar diets
A variant of the CHC22 gene evolved to help people adapt to the modern, higher sugar diet. However, many people still retain the older version of the genetic variant, which does not allow for correct metabolism of modern diets and may be linked to an increased risk of developing diabetes.... Read More...
Gut check: Researchers describe role of gut bacteria in drug response
Researchers have identified causal links between microbiota gene content and metabolic activity which impacts personal differences in drug metabolism. The findings help explain why some people don't respond to, or have adverse side effects from taking medications, while others don't.... Read More...
How chronic inflammation may drive down dopamine and motivation
Computational model sheds light on the impact chronic, low-grade inflammation has on the mesolimbic dopamine system and motivational impairments.... Read More...
Diabetes drug alleviates anxiety in mice
Metformin, a common diabetes medication, shows promise for the treatment of anxiety and depression.... Read More...
Children who nap midday are happier, excel academically, and have fewer behavioral problems
Children aged 10 to 12 have greater happiness, self-control, fewer behavioral problems, increased cognitive performance and academic achievement when they take a brief midday nap, a new study reports.... Read More...
Astrocytes protect neurons from toxic buildup
Stimulating mouse neurons in a dish lead to a build-up to fatty acids and lipid particle release. Astrocytes engulfed the particles and increased genetic activity associated with detoxification. ... Read More...
Eating blueberries every day improves heart health
Eating 150 grams of blueberries a day can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by up to 15%.... Read More...
Body parts respond to day and night independently from brain
Skin and liver cells appear to have their own circadian clock. Both the liver and skin respond to changes in light and maintain critical function, independent of the brain's circadian rhythm.... Read More...