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Known by another name, brown adipose tissue (BAT), is a form of fat found in our bodies that is distinct from the more common white fat found around our thighs and abdomen. Brown fat performs a unique function in that it aids in the conversion
Recent studies have discovered a strong correlation between lower rates of depression and engaging in low-to-moderate intensity exercise. Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) researchers reviewed a comprehensive set of international research to investigate the possibility of physical activity as a mental health intervention. Physical activity was
A recent study discovered that an artificial sweetener prevalent in sweets, soft drinks, and chewing gum can cause substantial health harm by weakening the gut. If neotame, a sweetener, is consumed in even little amounts, it can cause insulin resistance, irritable bowel syndrome, and even
The pancreas has been successfully imaged in microscopic resolution by researchers at Umeå University. Their data offers a partly new view of the pancreas by labeling different cell types with antibodies and then studying the entire organ using optical 3D imaging techniques. The findings could
Although our meals have a significant impact on how quickly our bodies age, there is more nuance to the link between the two than we previously realized. Calorie restriction has been demonstrated to extend life in numerous animal experiments. In fact, calorie restriction seems to
The research, which was presented at the American Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting in 2024 and published in Cancer Discovery, is a component of the Rubicon project, which attempts to map the immunology of lung cancer in detail in order to expedite the discovery
A recent study suggests that eating more fish may be the answer to preventing diabetes and cancer. According to an English study, the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK might save up to £600 million annually if people ate one more dish of fish
The necessity and desire for humans to migrate has been eliminated by technological advancements in recent decades. The majority of people on the planet spend a large portion of their days sitting, whether it is in front of a TV at home or a computer
An increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular disease is associated with high blood pressure. As if that wasn’t concerning enough, the majority of Americans suffer from excessive blood pressure at the moment. Thankfully, changes in nutrition and lifestyle can lower blood pressure and
Based on the fact that the ketogenic diet prevents memory loss in Alzheimer’s early mice, evidence from a UC Davis study indicates that it may be beneficial for aging and cognitive health. A ketogenic diet has been shown to dramatically postpone the initial stages of