D-glyceric acid found to activate cellular mitochondria and reduce low-grade inflammation in aged

by University of JyväskyläCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä analyzed the health effects of a patented DGA compound and compared them to the effects

Updated on: January 31,2024 18

D-glyceric acid found to activate cellular mitochondria and reduce low-grade inflammation in aged

by University of JyväskyläCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä analyzed the health effects of a patented DGA compound and compared them to the effects

Updated on:January 31,2024 18

Multiple health benefits from B-type procyanidin-rich foods like chocolate and apples, when consumed in right amounts

by Shibaura Institute of TechnologyResearchers from SIT, Japan investigated the dose-response effects of B-type procyanidins on the hormetic response system. Credit:Frontiers in Nutrition(

Updated on: January 31,2024 14

Multiple health benefits from B-type procyanidin-rich foods like chocolate and apples, when consumed in right amounts

by Shibaura Institute of TechnologyResearchers from SIT, Japan investigated the dose-response effects of B-type procyanidins on the hormetic response system. Credit:Frontiers in Nutrition(

Updated on:January 31,2024 14

Important role of intestinal immune cells in iron deficiency identified for the first time

by Medical University of ViennaTSC2 deletion in myeloid cells impairs medullary erythropoiesis. (A) Schematic representation of the genetic background of cre/+ mice vs +/+ controls. TSC2 knockout

Updated on: February 21,2024 15

Important role of intestinal immune cells in iron deficiency identified for the first time

by Medical University of ViennaTSC2 deletion in myeloid cells impairs medullary erythropoiesis. (A) Schematic representation of the genetic background of cre/+ mice vs +/+ controls. TSC2 knockout

Updated on:February 21,2024 15

Chitin from crustaceans, insects, mushrooms engages the immune system during digestion

byWashington University School of MedicineCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWho can forget the stomach-churning moments when "Survivor" contestants forced down crunchy insects, among o

Updated on: January 17,2024 15

Chitin from crustaceans, insects, mushrooms engages the immune system during digestion

byWashington University School of MedicineCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWho can forget the stomach-churning moments when "Survivor" contestants forced down crunchy insects, among o

Updated on:January 17,2024 15

Q and A: Is intermittent fasting good for weight loss?

by Romi LondreCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA friend told me that she is fasting to lose weight. I've tried many diets over the years without much success, so I'm thinking about trying fas

Updated on: February 19,2024 17

Q and A: Is intermittent fasting good for weight loss?

by Romi LondreCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA friend told me that she is fasting to lose weight. I've tried many diets over the years without much success, so I'm thinking about trying fas

Updated on:February 19,2024 17

New analysis of trial of semaglutide in adolescents shows it can reduce liver enzymes indicative of liver damage

by European Association for the Study of ObesityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new sub-study of the STEP TEENS trial, presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity (ECO) 2023 in Dublin

Updated on: February 19,2024 7

New analysis of trial of semaglutide in adolescents shows it can reduce liver enzymes indicative of liver damage

by European Association for the Study of ObesityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new sub-study of the STEP TEENS trial, presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity (ECO) 2023 in Dublin

Updated on:February 19,2024 7

YBX1 as a key regulator of mitochondrial pyruvate uptake

by Frontiers JournalsYBX1 resides in the mitochondrial IMS. (a) Representative images of colocalization of YBX1 and PDHA1 in MDA-MB-231, MHCC-97H, and HEK293T cells. Red indicates YBX1 and green indic

Updated on: January 18,2024 13

YBX1 as a key regulator of mitochondrial pyruvate uptake

by Frontiers JournalsYBX1 resides in the mitochondrial IMS. (a) Representative images of colocalization of YBX1 and PDHA1 in MDA-MB-231, MHCC-97H, and HEK293T cells. Red indicates YBX1 and green indic

Updated on:January 18,2024 13

Concerning high rates of metabolic syndrome found in older Irish adults

by Trinity College DublinCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research from The Irish Longitudinal Study on Aging (TILDA) at Trinity College Dublin shows a high prevalence of metabolic syndrome

Updated on: February 03,2024 25

Concerning high rates of metabolic syndrome found in older Irish adults

by Trinity College DublinCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research from The Irish Longitudinal Study on Aging (TILDA) at Trinity College Dublin shows a high prevalence of metabolic syndrome

Updated on:February 03,2024 25

Mutations in liver cells linked to liver disease and fat metabolism

by Wellcome Trust Sanger InstituteCredit: CC0 Public DomainFor the first time, DNA mutations in liver cells have been identified that impact metabolism and insulin sensitivity in patients with li

Updated on: February 03,2024 13

Mutations in liver cells linked to liver disease and fat metabolism

by Wellcome Trust Sanger InstituteCredit: CC0 Public DomainFor the first time, DNA mutations in liver cells have been identified that impact metabolism and insulin sensitivity in patients with li

Updated on:February 03,2024 13

Only one human fat cell subtype responds to insulin stimulation

by Karolinska InstitutetHigh-resolution model of six insulin molecules assembled in a hexamer. Credit: Isaac Yonemoto/WikipediaIt is well known that fat cells can influence our sensitivity to ins

Updated on: February 21,2024 14

Only one human fat cell subtype responds to insulin stimulation

by Karolinska InstitutetHigh-resolution model of six insulin molecules assembled in a hexamer. Credit: Isaac Yonemoto/WikipediaIt is well known that fat cells can influence our sensitivity to ins

Updated on:February 21,2024 14

Mysterious fats reprogram the memory of innate immune cells

byRadboud UniversityGraphical abstract. Credit:Cell Reports(2023). DOI: 10.1016/j.celrep.2023.113458Researchers at Radboudumc have unveiled a fascinating connection between sphingoli

Updated on: January 09,2024 6

Mysterious fats reprogram the memory of innate immune cells

byRadboud UniversityGraphical abstract. Credit:Cell Reports(2023). DOI: 10.1016/j.celrep.2023.113458Researchers at Radboudumc have unveiled a fascinating connection between sphingoli

Updated on:January 09,2024 6

Could cholesterol explain why childhood obesity leads to early puberty?

by University of CopenhagenDietary cholesterol systemically promotes growth through insulin signaling(A) Larval growth on synthetic medium, reflected in pupal size, increases with increasing diet

Updated on: February 03,2024 10

Could cholesterol explain why childhood obesity leads to early puberty?

by University of CopenhagenDietary cholesterol systemically promotes growth through insulin signaling(A) Larval growth on synthetic medium, reflected in pupal size, increases with increasing diet

Updated on:February 03,2024 10