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High-salt diet in rats slows metabolism and energy production of kidneys

High-salt diet in rats slows metabolism and energy production of kidneys

High-salt diet in rats slows metabolism and energy production of kidneysbyAmerican Physiological SocietyCredit:Function(2023). DOI: 10.1093/function/zqad031Some parts of the metaboli

High-salt diet in rats slows metabolism and energy production of kidneys

High-salt diet in rats slows metabolism and energy production of kidneysbyAmerican Physiological SocietyCredit:Function(2023). DOI: 10.1093/function/zqad031Some parts of the metaboli
More protein doesn't mean more strength in resistance-trained middle-aged adults

More protein doesn't mean more strength in resistance-trained middle-aged adults

by Diana Yates,University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignGraduate student Colleen McKenna, professor Nicholas Burd and their colleagues tested the hypothesis that a high-protein diet would confe

More protein doesn't mean more strength in resistance-trained middle-aged adults

by Diana Yates,University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignGraduate student Colleen McKenna, professor Nicholas Burd and their colleagues tested the hypothesis that a high-protein diet would confe
High cholesterol caused by childhood sedentariness could be reversed with light physical activity

High cholesterol caused by childhood sedentariness could be reversed with light physical activity

byUniversity of ExeterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIncreased sedentary time in childhood can raise cholesterol levels by two thirds as an adult, leading to heart problems and even premature

High cholesterol caused by childhood sedentariness could be reversed with light physical activity

byUniversity of ExeterCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIncreased sedentary time in childhood can raise cholesterol levels by two thirds as an adult, leading to heart problems and even premature
The consumption of certain food additive emulsifiers could be associated with the risk of developing type 2 diabetes

The consumption of certain food additive emulsifiers could be associated with the risk of developing type 2 diabetes

by INRAE - National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and EnvironmentCredit: CC0 Public DomainIn Europe and North America,30 to 60% of dietary energy intake in adults comes from ultra-pro

The consumption of certain food additive emulsifiers could be associated with the risk of developing type 2 diabetes

by INRAE - National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and EnvironmentCredit: CC0 Public DomainIn Europe and North America,30 to 60% of dietary energy intake in adults comes from ultra-pro
Intake of 100 percent fruit juice tied to weight gain

Intake of 100 percent fruit juice tied to weight gain

by Lori SolomonIntake of 100 percent fruit juice may be associated with weight gain in both children and adults, according to a review published online Jan. 16 inJAMA Pediatrics.Michelle Nguyen,

Intake of 100 percent fruit juice tied to weight gain

by Lori SolomonIntake of 100 percent fruit juice may be associated with weight gain in both children and adults, according to a review published online Jan. 16 inJAMA Pediatrics.Michelle Nguyen,
Effects of COVID-19 infection on the thyroid gland still present after one year

Effects of COVID-19 infection on the thyroid gland still present after one year

by European Society of EndocrinologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainSevere COVID-19 disease affects thyroid function through a variety of mechanisms according to a new study from Dr. Ilaria Muller an

Effects of COVID-19 infection on the thyroid gland still present after one year

by European Society of EndocrinologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainSevere COVID-19 disease affects thyroid function through a variety of mechanisms according to a new study from Dr. Ilaria Muller an
Chitin from crustaceans, insects, mushrooms engages the immune system during digestion

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

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
The mere sight of a meal triggers an inflammatory response in the brain

The mere sight of a meal triggers an inflammatory response in the brain

by University of BaselCredit: CC0 Public DomainEven before carbohydrates reach the bloodstream, the very sight and smell of a meal trigger the release of insulin. For the first time, researchers

The mere sight of a meal triggers an inflammatory response in the brain

by University of BaselCredit: CC0 Public DomainEven before carbohydrates reach the bloodstream, the very sight and smell of a meal trigger the release of insulin. For the first time, researchers
White adipose tissue is found to be the most vulnerable to metabolic changes caused by obesity

White adipose tissue is found to be the most vulnerable to metabolic changes caused by obesity

by University of BarcelonaThis is an image of a weight scale. Credit: CDC/Debora CartagenaWhen the body is subjected to a high-calorie diet, the physiological response is not homogeneous and some

White adipose tissue is found to be the most vulnerable to metabolic changes caused by obesity

by University of BarcelonaThis is an image of a weight scale. Credit: CDC/Debora CartagenaWhen the body is subjected to a high-calorie diet, the physiological response is not homogeneous and some
New review elucidates potential contributors to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

New review elucidates potential contributors to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

by Cactus CommunicationsA new Chinese Medical Journal review assesses the role of bile acids and lipid metabolism dysregulation in the progression of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Credit: Prof. H

New review elucidates potential contributors to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

by Cactus CommunicationsA new Chinese Medical Journal review assesses the role of bile acids and lipid metabolism dysregulation in the progression of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Credit: Prof. H
Examining how hormonal birth control may affect the adolescent brain

Examining how hormonal birth control may affect the adolescent brain

by Emily Caldwell,The Ohio State UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainReproductive health experts consider hormonal contraceptives good choices for adolescents because they're safe an

Examining how hormonal birth control may affect the adolescent brain

by Emily Caldwell,The Ohio State UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainReproductive health experts consider hormonal contraceptives good choices for adolescents because they're safe an
Mutations in liver cells linked to liver disease and fat metabolism

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

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