Tag: Metabolic Health
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CRISPR Brings Back Ancient Gene That Could Cut Gout and Fatty Liver Risk
Rewriting a Missing Chapter in Human Biology In a surprising turn for genetic science, researchers using CRISPR gene-editing tools have revived a gene that disappeared from the human lineage millions of years ago. The restored gene appears to play a role in regulating uric acid production and lipid metabolism, two factors closely tied to gout…
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CRISPR Restores Ancient Gene to Cut Uric Acid and Fight Gout and Fatty Liver
Introduction: A bold leap from ancient DNA to modern health In a striking demonstration of CRISPR gene-editing tools, researchers have resurrected an ancient human gene that disappeared from the genome millions of years ago. The restored gene, when expressed in a controlled laboratory setting, lowered uric acid levels and showed promising indications for reducing risks…
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Study on PCOS: Long-Term Health Outcomes and Lifelong Risks
Understanding PCOS and Its Lifelong Footprint Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal and metabolic condition that affects an estimated 8–12% of women of reproductive age. While the immediate concerns often center on menstrual irregularities, fertility, and acne, PCOS also sets the stage for chronic health challenges that can unfold over decades. Recent studies…
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How Alzheimer’s Disease May Disrupt Brain-Fat Communication, Elevating Cardiometabolic Risk
Overview: The Brain-Fat Axis under Strain Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is widely known for its cognitive toll, but emerging research suggests its reach extends into the body’s metabolic and cardiovascular systems. A study from Houston Methodist points to a troubling possibility: Alzheimer’s disease may hijack the brain’s ability to regulate fat tissue and overall energy metabolism.…
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Alzheimer’s Disease Hijacks Brain-Fat Communication and Metabolism
Overview: A new link between Alzheimer’s and metabolic health Alzheimer’s disease is widely known for its impact on memory and cognition, but a growing body of research is revealing deeper consequences for the body’s metabolic systems. A recent study from Houston Methodist highlights how Alzheimer’s disease may hijack the brain’s communication with fat tissue, a…
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Alzheimer’s Disease May Hijack Fat Tissue Communication, Worsening Metabolism
Understanding the connection between Alzheimer’s disease and metabolic regulation Alzheimer’s disease is widely recognized for its impact on memory and cognition, but emerging research suggests the condition may extend its reach into how the body manages energy and fats. A growing body of evidence indicates that Alzheimer’s can disrupt the dialogue between the brain and…
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Obesity Redefined: Study finds nearly 70% of US adults would be obese under new criteria
New obesity criteria shift the goalposts A landmark study from Mass General Brigham applies an updated obesity framework to a large US dataset and finds a dramatic reclassification: 68.6% of adults would be labeled obese under the new criteria, compared with 42.9% under the traditional BMI-alone standard. The jump is most pronounced among those with…
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Diabetes by 2050: 5 Warning Signs of Pre-Diabetes
The Global diabetes forecast and the importance of early warning New projections from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Lancet Commission on Diabetes reveal a sobering trend: by 2050, more than 1.3 billion adults—about 1 in 8—could be living with diabetes. This surge, up from roughly 500 million in 2021, underscores a global health…
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Smart Carbs for Women in Their 40s: Harvard Insights for Healthy Aging
Why smart carbs matter for women in their 40s Healthy aging isn’t just about adding years to life; it’s about preserving vitality, independence, and mental clarity as we grow older. A landmark Harvard-led study followed more than 47,000 women for over three decades to understand how diet affects aging. The researchers defined “healthy aging” as…
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Obesity and Cancer: How Bariatric Surgery Reduces Risk Across 12 Cancers in India
Obesity and cancer: a rising link in India Obesity has become a public health crisis in India, affecting both urban and rural populations. Beyond well-known risks like diabetes and heart disease, excess body weight is now linked to an increased risk of at least 12 different cancers. The IARC’s findings, which point to obesity as…