metabolism
Decoding Life’s Origins With Lost Biochemical Clues
Science
Metabolism is the “beating heart of the cell”. New research from ELSI retraces the history of metabolism from the primordial Earth to ...
New Study Shows Fat-Busting Effects
Health
Researchers have found that kombucha tea’s microbes produce fasting-like effects on fat metabolism in worms, suggesting potential health benefits for humans, though ...
Sweet Taste Receptors Play Role in Glucose Metabolism
Health
Summary: The sweet taste receptor, TAS1R2-TAS1R3, plays a dual role in regulating glucose metabolism. Stimulating this receptor with sucralose accelerates insulin release, ...
Intermittent Fasting May Prevent Liver Cancer, New Research Shows
Health
Fatty liver disease often leads to chronic liver inflammation and can even result in liver cancer. German researchers found that a 5:2 ...
Brown Fat’s “Off Switch” Discovery Combats Obesity
Science
Summary: Researchers have made significant discoveries about brown adipose tissue (BAT), which is known for its calorie-burning capabilities. Their study identifies a ...
New Research Suggests That Cutting Exposure to Common Chemicals Could Slow Aging
Health
Researchers at Nagoya University have linked aldehydes, byproducts from alcohol, pollution, and smoke, to premature aging and DNA damage, proposing potential strategies ...
Keto Diet May Improve Mental Health Symptoms
Health
Summary: A new pilot study presents a compelling case for the ketogenic diet as a dual-action treatment for individuals with serious mental ...
Tardigrade Proteins Slow Aging in Human Cells
Science
Researchers have discovered that proteins from tardigrades, known for surviving extreme conditions, can slow molecular processes in human cells, offering promising applications ...
New Research Indicates That Popular Diabetes Drug Could Impact Brain Development During Pregnancy
Health
Research indicates that metformin, while beneficial for pregnant animals, might not positively affect their offspring, underscoring the complexity of managing gestational diabetes ...
THC Metabolism Could Influence Cannabis Use Disorder Risk
Health
Summary: Researchers linked differences in THC metabolism to varying effects of cannabis use and the risk of developing Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD). ...
