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Insulin Signaling Failures in Brain Linked to Alzheimer’s

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 11, 2019

A new study reveals impaired insulin signaling in the brain negatively affects cognition, memory and learning. The findings shed light on why those with type 2 diabetes are at greater risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.... Read More...

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HIV Drug Could Treat Alzheimer’s and Age Associated Disorders

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 6, 2019

Researchers report a drug commonly used to help treat HIV can significantly reduce age related inflammation in mice. The study suggests the drug could hold promise for treating age related disorders including Alzheimer's disease, type 2 diabetes and Parkinson's disease.... Read More...

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

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 12, 2019

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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VAT Fat May Cause Pathogenic Obesity

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 11, 2019

Study reports type 2 diabetes and other obesity related health disorders depend on how the body stores excess fat. Researchers report visceral adipose tissue may be a cause of pathogenic obesity.... Read More...

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How Exercise Reduces Belly Fat in Humans

Neuroscience NewsDecember 27, 2018

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

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Snacking May Increase Inflammation

Neuroscience NewsDecember 18, 2018

Researchers report snacking can raise inflammation and contribute to metabolic diseases.... Read More...

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Gene that Lets You Eat As Much As You Like Holds Promise Against Obesity

Neuroscience NewsDecember 4, 2018

Removing the RCAN1 gene in mice reduced weight gain, even when the animals were fed high fat diets for prolonged periods of time. Researchers say the findings could help develop new treatments to help prevent obesity in humans.... Read More...

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Is Being a Nigh Owl Bad For Your Health?

Neuroscience NewsNovember 30, 2018

According to researchers, being a night owl puts you at increased risk of health issues such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. One reasons why, researchers report, is those who stay away later at night have unhealthier eating patterns and diets.... Read More...

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Alzheimer’s Genetically Linked to Cardiovascular Disease

Neuroscience NewsNovember 12, 2018

Researchers have identified specific points on chromosome 11 that increase the risks of developing both cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer's. The study reports managing cholesterol and triglyceride levels could help to reduce Alzheimer's risk.... Read More...

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Obese Mice Lose a Third of Their Fat Using a Natural Protein

Neuroscience NewsOctober 29, 2018

Forced expression of the BP3 protein allowed obese mice to reduce their fat mass, despite having a genetic predisposition to eat all the time.... Read More...

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Making Mice Lose Weight by Imitating Effects From Cold and Nicotine

Neuroscience NewsOctober 29, 2018

By stimulating cold and nicotine receptors, researchers successfully improved metabolism in mice, helping them to lose weight. Further studies will investigate whether the same results can be achieved in humans. ... Read More...

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Artificial Sweeteners Have Toxic Effects on Gut Bacteria

Neuroscience NewsOctober 1, 2018

A new study reports FDA approved artificial sweeteners and some sports supplements are toxic to digestive gut bacteria. Researchers say the consumption of artificial sweeteners can adversely affect gut microbial activity, causing a wide range of health issues from cancers to type-2 diabetes.... Read More...

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