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·May 16, 2024·6 min read

GLP-1 and NMDA Targeted Weight-Loss Drug Shows Promise

Researchers have developed a novel weight-loss drug that combines GLP-1 with molecules targeting NMDA receptors in the brain. This "Trojan Horse" approach allows the drug to specifically target the appetite control center, leading to significant weight loss in mice.

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·March 1, 2024·4 min read

What Happens to the Body During Prolonged Fasting?

A new study illuminated the extensive molecular changes that occur in the body during prolonged fasting. Monitoring 12 healthy volunteers on a seven-day water-only fast, the study identified significant shifts in around 3,000 proteins across all major organs, with notable changes only becoming apparent after three days of fasting.

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·February 20, 2024·4 min read

Weekend Workouts Just as Effective for Weight Loss as Daily Exercise

"Weekend warriors," or those who concentrate their physical activity into one or two days a week, can achieve weight loss comparable to that of individuals who exercise more frequently. This research, which utilizes objective measures of fat tissue mass, supports the idea that meeting the World Health Organization's physical activity recommendations, regardless of the frequency, is beneficial for reducing adiposity.

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·August 31, 2023·5 min read

Brain’s Weight Switch Found: Eat What You Want, Lose Weight With New Treatment

A revolutionary discovery reveals that astrocytes, star-shaped cells in the brain, play a key role in regulating fat metabolism and obesity. These cells act on a cluster of neurons, known as the GABRA5 cluster, effectively acting as a "switch" for weight regulation.

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·May 22, 2023·7 min read

Viewing Food Images Multiple Times Curbs Appetite

Viewing images of the same food item multiple times can lead to a feeling of fullness. The study found that when participants viewed the same food picture 30 times, they subsequently chose smaller portion sizes compared to those who saw the image just three times.

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·May 18, 2023·4 min read

The Cold Truth: Chilling Out in the Morning May Boost Fat Burning in Men

Cold exposure in the morning could be more beneficial in boosting metabolism and burning fat in men than in the evening. The study focused on brown adipose tissue (BAT), a distinct type of fat that burns calories to produce heat, particularly in cold temperatures. However, the same effect did not hold true for women.

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·April 30, 2023·5 min read

Watching Others Indulge in Junk Food Can Curb Your Appetite and Aid in Weight Loss

Studies show that advertisements showing people eating junk food can actually prompt those on a diet to eat less. The research found that the mere sight of someone eating junk food is enough to put dieters off it. This is because mental imagery, including that of food consumption, can activate similar neural networks to those linked with actual performance or experience. The findings suggest that healthy eating campaigns should include and portray the consumption of unhealthy food, as dieters consciously associate it with a failure to reach their weight loss goals.

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·March 21, 2023·4 min read

Novel Drug Makes Mice Skinny Even on Sugary, Fatty Diet

Researchers have developed a new molecule that limits magnesium transport in mitochondria. The drug prevents weight gain and liver damage in mice who were fed a high-sugar, Western-style diet since birth. After exposure to the molecule, overweight mice started to lose weight.

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·February 13, 2023·4 min read

Time of Day May Determine the Amount of Fat Burned by Exercise

Researchers say that late-morning exercise may be more effective in boosting metabolism and burning fat than late-evening exercise. The findings could prove valuable to those who are overweight and looking to lose fat by implementing an exercise program.

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·January 13, 2023·5 min read

Biomarkers Predict Weight Loss, Suggest Personalized Diets

Cutting calories and exercise alone are not enough to help shift excess weight, a new study reports. Researchers report your gut bacteria and the amount of specific proteins your body produces affects your ability to lose weight and sustain weight loss. Depending on personal biomarkers, so people lose more weight following a low carb diet, while some lose more weight while on a low fat diet.

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·January 12, 2023·4 min read

How Sleep Habits Can Affect Weight

Insufficient sleep is associated with an increased risk of obesity, especially in children. Researchers say altering your sleep pattern and getting sufficient sleep each night may be key to reducing weight gain and obesity.