Fat cells

Bad news, there's no magic pill for weight loss just yet. The good news? Scientists have uncovered the workings of a protein that triggers calorie burning in brown fat, and they believe it gets us one step closer to being able to 'switch on' fat loss.

For some people who are morbidly obese, changes in diet and lifestyle just aren't sufficient to shed all the extra weight. A new study suggests that a hibiscus flower extract could help, without the side effects of weight-loss drugs.

Could the enzyme that detoxifies and eliminates the harmful ethanol in alcohol from our bodies also be able to promote healthier, longer lifespans? Scientists have discovered a surprising mechanism that could provide this molecular fountain of youth.

All it takes is a spin through Instagram to see how keen people are to activate their brown fat cells by sitting in freezing bodies of water. Now, researchers have found a way to do the same thing using a common asthma drug.

Scientists at Columbia University are reporting an exciting advance in obesity treatment, demonstrating how positively-charged nanomaterials can be injected into unhealthy fat to return it to a healthy state.

A new study from the University of South Australia has bolstered the potential of silica particles to counter obesity, by showing how they block enzyme activity to hamper the body’s uptake of fats and sugars.

Scientists studying the activity of a drug used to treat rheumatoid arthritis have discovered some surprising metabolic functions, some of which may be useful when it comes to countering diabetes and obesity.

Our deepening understanding of the different types of fat continues to present new ways to potentially manipulate metabolic processes for better health outcomes, and new research on an existing asthma drug has opened up a promising new pathway.

A new study from scientists at MIT and Harvard University has delved into the complex relationship between nutrition, exercise and the human body, and turned up some fascinating insights around the way they impact on cells.

A common perception around meal timing and human health is that it’s best to steer clear of late-night dinners and midnight snacking, and a new study has offered some compelling insights into the reasons why.

Researchers from Rutgers University have conducted a close investigation of the metabolic differences between night owls and early birds, finding those who prefer staying up late may be at greater risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

An incredible study has reported the discovery of a novel gut-brain pathway that drives our appetite for fatty foods. The research found cells in our gut sense the presence of fat in food and can directly talk to parts of our brain to make us keep eating.