Researchers at Pennington Biomedical Research Center investigated tirzepatide's effects on weight loss and metabolic health. The study found that tirzepatide decreased calorie intake and increased fat oxidation, leading to significant weight loss. However, the drug did not decrease the slowing down of metabolic rate usually observed wi...
SourcePennington Biomedical Research Center·JournalCell Metabolism·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateApr 24, 2025
A new study by the University of Surrey found that restricting carbohydrates can lead to improvements in metabolic markers and better handling of high-fat meals. This approach may be more sustainable than extreme calorie restriction, reducing hunger and increasing energy burning.
SourceUniversity of Surrey·JournalEuropean Journal of Nutrition·DateApr 8, 2025
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A new study from The Lundquist Institute found no association between plaque progression and LDL-C levels, suggesting that high cholesterol is not a marker of cardiovascular risk. Metabolically healthy individuals on a ketogenic diet with elevated LDL-C levels have a unique metabolic profile that requires personalized risk assessment.
SourceThe Lundquist Institute·JournalJournal of the American College of Cardiology·DateApr 7, 2025
A recent study found substantial rural-urban disparities in cardiometabolic risk factors and cardiovascular diseases among US adults. Social risk factors are identified as the primary driver of these disparities, with efforts to address socioeconomic conditions in rural communities critical to reducing the gap.
A new study found that the proportion of visceral fat, rather than the absolute amount, is a stronger predictor of high triglyceride levels and inflammation. Lowering visceral fat proportion during weight loss can lead to better metabolic health outcomes.
SourceBen-Gurion University of the Negev·JournalBMC Medicine·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMar 5, 2025
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A large-scale Korea University study investigates the link between early menopause and type 2 diabetes risk among postmenopausal women in South Korea. The research reveals that premature menopause is associated with a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, emphasizing the critical role of hormonal changes in metabolic health.
SourceKorea University College of Medicine·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeObservational study·DateMar 5, 2025
Researchers found that CD44-deficient mice stayed lean despite a high-fat diet, while control mice developed obesity. The study suggests CD44 inhibitors could serve as a complementary treatment for obesity and related metabolic disorders.
SourceElsevier·JournalAmerican Journal Of Pathology·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 26, 2025
A deep learning model, CGMformer, leverages large-scale continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) data to extract individual glucose dynamics. The model captures a continuous picture of glucose fluctuations, identifying patterns that may indicate early metabolic dysfunction.
SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·DateFeb 25, 2025
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A study found that pro-inflammatory molecules contribute to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in aging men, especially those with metabolic syndrome. Men with BPH had higher levels of pro-inflammatory markers and lower anti-inflammatory substances, suggesting a link between inflammation and prostate conditions.
SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeNews article·DateFeb 19, 2025
The American Heart Association and NFL Alumni Association collaborate to promote healthy lifestyles through Life's Essential 8, which includes four indicators of cardiovascular health and four behavioral/lifestyle factors. By following these steps, adults can lower their risk of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular conditions.
A new study developed a human microbiota modelling system capable of predicting each person's sensitivity to an emulsifier, such as carboxymethylcellulose (CMC), using a simple stool sample. The model identified a specific metagenomic signature of sensitivity to CMC, allowing for the prediction of individual susceptibility.
SourceInstitut Pasteur·JournalGut·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 11, 2025
A study of older adults found that decline in body mass index, waist circumference, and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) occurred up to a decade before dementia diagnosis. These cardiometabolic changes may provide insights into the potential for early monitoring and intervention.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateFeb 7, 2025
A new meta-analysis published in the European Journal of Applied Physiology found that using neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) while doing resistance training increases muscle mass and strength compared to resistance training alone. The analysis reviewed over a dozen studies and showed that longer training periods yielded bet...
SourceUniversity of Texas at El Paso·JournalEuropean Journal of Applied Physiology·DateJan 9, 2025
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A study found that persistent short sleep duration from pregnancy to 2-7 years after delivery is associated with adverse cardiometabolic outcomes. The researchers suggest exploring sleep-targeted interventions for improved cardiometabolic health, particularly among high-risk populations.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateDec 26, 2024
Research found that intermittent fasting inhibits hair growth in mice by causing oxidative stress on stem cells. A clinical trial showed a similar effect in humans, with a 18% reduction in hair growth speed.
SourceCell Press·JournalCell·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 13, 2024
A new study reveals that alternate-day fasting sensitizes key genes and liver enhancers, leading to enhanced ketogenesis during subsequent fasting bouts. The liver adapts to recurring nutritional challenges through a cellular memory mechanism, highlighting the benefits of intermittent fasting for metabolic health.
SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·JournalNucleic Acids Research·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 4, 2024
A new study found that changes in the gut environment influence the composition and activity of gut bacteria. The study involved swallowing a capsule with pH sensors through breakfast, revealing unique gut environments and travel times among individuals. This may help explain individual differences in digestion, nutrient uptake, and bo...
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalNature Microbiology·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateDec 2, 2024
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Researchers developed a novel 2D framework, the Health State Map (HSM), to assess metabolic health and nutritional capacity. The study found that HSM provided additional information on postprandial homeostatic resilience, which was positively associated with liver function, insulin sensitivity, and physical activity.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalNational Science Review·DateDec 2, 2024
Long-term hormone therapy in transgender individuals leads to significant changes in body composition and risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Transgender men experience increased muscle volume and abdominal fat, while women's muscle mass decreases, according to a new study published in the Journal of Internal Medicine.
SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalJournal of Internal Medicine·DateNov 28, 2024
Medically induced weight loss with GLP-1 receptor agonists can lead to substantial muscle loss, compromising physical strength and immune function. The authors emphasize the need for a multimodal approach combining medication with exercise and nutritional interventions to preserve muscle mass.
SourcePennington Biomedical Research Center·JournalThe Lancet·DateOct 25, 2024
A new study has identified novel strains of microbes that have adapted to use limited resources in cities, including those found in Hong Kong's subways and skin. These microbes can metabolize manufactured products, posing health risks if they are pathogenic.
SourceXi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University·JournalMicrobiome·TypeMeta-analysis·DateOct 17, 2024
A new study found that childhood trauma can have specific consequences for biological health and risk of developing 20 major diseases later in life. The study's findings differ by sex and type of stressor, highlighting the need for a precision medicine approach based on patients' sex and specific stress profile.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalBrain Behavior and Immunity·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 17, 2024
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Researchers found that early diet and physical activity intervention can profoundly influence metabolism even years after the intervention ends. The study identified 80 metabolites linked to cardiometabolic diseases, with some changes persisting for eight years.
SourceUniversity of Eastern Finland·JournaliScience·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 12, 2024
Scientists discovered the highest natural blood sugar levels in mammals, found in a species of bats that can survive on a diet rich in sugars. The study's findings suggest that these bats have evolved unique strategies for glucose regulation, which may hold potential for managing metabolic diseases in humans.
SourceStowers Institute for Medical Research·JournalNature Ecology & Evolution·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 28, 2024
A new five-year grant will explore the mammary gland's influence on metabolic diseases like obesity and type 2 diabetes. The research aims to identify specific hormones produced by the mammary gland, known as mammokines, which may impact obesity and diabetes in mothers and offspring.
SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·DateAug 27, 2024
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Research suggests that metabolically healthy obese individuals have a significantly lower risk of cardiovascular disease and death compared to those with metabolic unhealthy obesity. Fat distribution plays a crucial role in defining metabolic health, according to a recent review article.
SourceDeutsches Zentrum fuer Diabetesforschung DZD·JournalNature Reviews Endocrinology·TypeSystematic review·DateJul 10, 2024
A recent study published by American Society for Nutrition found that paternal fish oil supplementation can lead to lower body weight and improved metabolic health in offspring. Researchers gave male mice a high-fat diet with or without added fish oil, then mated them with female mice on a healthy low-fat diet.
The ARMMS-T2D study found that bariatric surgery yields greater long-term improvements in quality-of-life compared to medical management, with sustained weight loss correlating with better health and reduced pain.
SourcePennington Biomedical Research Center·JournalDiabetes·DateJun 24, 2024
The Pennington Biomedical Research Center is conducting a clinical trial to better understand lipedema. Participants will undergo comprehensive assessments and imaging techniques to help advance medical knowledge related to chronic disease. Compensation of up to $475 is offered for participation in the three-month study.
SourcePennington Biomedical Research Center·TypeObservational study·DateJun 11, 2024
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Researchers developed a metabolic health score based on clinical parameters and used it to explore its genetic underpinnings in mice, validating findings in human data. The study identified two significant genetic regions linked to metabolic health and pinpointed candidate genes associated with metabolic traits.
SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalCell Systems·DateJun 11, 2024
A single episode of intense exercise reduces subsequent physical activity and body temperature in mice, leading to weight gain. The study highlights the importance of considering not only calories burned during exercise but also subsequent activity levels and circadian rhythm for effective weight loss.
SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalMedicine & Science in Sports & Exercise·DateJun 10, 2024
Research from Stockholm University reveals that marsupials possess a not fully evolved form of brown fat, a crucial finding for understanding the origin and regulation of this heat-producing organ. The study suggests that the gene networks required to enable thermogenesis existed before the divergence of marsupials and placental mammals.
SourceStockholm University·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 6, 2024
A study published in PLOS Medicine found that children born via frozen embryo transfer have similar metabolic profiles to those born via fresh embryo transfer. The research compared over 4,000 children aged 2-5 years and found no differences in blood glucose, insulin, or cholesterol levels.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Medicine·TypeObservational study·DateJun 6, 2024
A cohort study suggests that prenatal exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals is associated with adverse metabolic health in children, highlighting the need for public health implications. The findings indicate a potential link between chemical mixtures and metabolic syndrome in offspring.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateMay 23, 2024
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Researchers found that a small number of biochemical pathways are responsible for the majority of metabolic changes in autism. These changes may be linked to the cell danger response and can be partially restored with existing pharmaceutical drugs.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalCommunications Biology·DateMay 10, 2024
Researchers have identified a population of mesothelial-like cells in omental adipose tissue that limit fat cell formation, offering new insights into the mechanisms underlying obesity. These cells secrete Insulin-like Growth Factor Binding Protein 2, which inhibits adipogenesis and regulates metabolic behavior.
SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·DateMay 9, 2024
A new study from Washington State University found that just a few days on a night shift schedule can disrupt protein rhythms related to blood glucose regulation and energy metabolism. This dysregulation may lead to chronic metabolic conditions such as diabetes and obesity.
SourceWashington State University·JournalJournal of Proteome Research·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 9, 2024
Scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital found that improving metabolic health in obese mice before flu vaccination but not after, protects against influenza virus. A healthy diet improved T-cell function and a robust anti-flu response during later exposure.
SourceSt. Jude Children's Research Hospital·JournalNature Microbiology·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 18, 2024
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Researchers discovered that consuming over 22% of daily calories from protein can lead to increased activation of immune cells contributing to atherosclerotic plaque formation. Leucine, an amino acid found in animal-derived foods, plays a disproportionate role in driving pathological pathways linked to atherosclerosis.
SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalNature Metabolism·DateFeb 19, 2024
Recent research by scientists at Boyce Thompson Institute reveals that a specific fatty acid produced by gut bacteria directly influences fat metabolism in animals. This discovery sheds light on the complex interplay between diet, gut microbiota, and host metabolic health.
SourceBoyce Thompson Institute·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 19, 2024
Researchers at Pennington Biomedical aim to investigate the effects of intermittent fasting and calorie counting on healthspan. Participants in the DiAL-Health study will be compensated up to $2,500 for their involvement.
SourcePennington Biomedical Research Center·DateJan 29, 2024
Researchers found that switching fruit flies to a low-calorie diet extends their lifespan, even in old age. This study suggests that obese humans may benefit from reducing calorie intake in old age, as it can dramatically change their metabolisms and extend their lives.
SourceUniversity of Connecticut·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 12, 2023
A new study by an international team of researchers found that common oral infections and periodontal diseases are associated with inflammatory metabolic profiles. Oral infections were also predicted to cause future adverse changes in metabolic profiles.
SourceUniversity of Eastern Finland·JournalJournal of Dental Research·DateNov 16, 2023
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A genetic study found that grizzly bears' energy production follows a daily pattern even during hibernation, with a blunted amplitude and shifted peak. This suggests that the circadian rhythm helps bears conserve energy while still maintaining some metabolic function.
SourceWashington State University·JournalJournal of Comparative Physiology B·DateNov 16, 2023
A new study suggests that progressive strength training using resistance can protect against the detrimental effects of a high-protein diet. The research found that exercise protected mice from gaining excess fat mass, but did not affect blood sugar control. This paradoxical finding has implications for athletes and individuals with se...
Research suggests that eating habits in winter may be better for metabolic health than in summer, especially in mice exposed to 'winter light'. The study found that these mice had less body weight gain and more rhythmic eating patterns, leading to benefits in metabolic health. Further studies in humans are needed to confirm this finding.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences·JournalCell Metabolism·DateOct 16, 2023
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Studies show that people with metabolically healthy obesity (MHO) have a 50% increased risk of coronary heart disease, despite not exhibiting metabolic complications. This raises questions about the validity of the MHO concept.
Neuroscientists at Scripps Research have identified a specific cluster of neurons that work as a 'switch' for cold-related food-seeking behavior in mice. The discovery could lead to potential therapeutics for metabolic health and weight loss by targeting this brain circuitry.
SourceScripps Research Institute·JournalNature·DateAug 16, 2023
A recent study published in Immunity has found that ketone bodies, produced by the liver during fasting or low glucose levels, power immune cells and improve T cell function. This discovery may pave the way for personalized dietary recommendations to augment treatments for infection, cancer, and other diseases.
SourceVan Andel Research Institute·JournalImmunity·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 28, 2023
A world-first study from the University of South Australia exposes the real weight gains of everyday Australians, finding that weight fluctuates throughout the year. The study highlights the importance of targeting temporal hot spots to curb unhealthy weight fluctuations and prevent unwanted weight gain.
SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeCase study·DateJul 27, 2023
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Researchers found a genetic link that explains how certain individuals store fat at the abdomen but remain protected from type 2 diabetes. This discovery could pave the way for personalized medicine, tailoring treatments to individual genetic variations.
SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·JournaleLife·DateJul 27, 2023
A vegetarian diet has been shown to modestly but significantly improve cardiometabolic outcomes in people at high risk of cardiovascular disease. This finding suggests that vegetarian diets could be a useful addition to standard pharmacological therapy for primary prevention.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJul 25, 2023
A recent study led by Dr. Itamar Harel reveals that manipulating AMP biosynthesis can extend lifespan and promote metabolic health in vertebrates. The research used the turquoise killifish as a model organism and found remarkable effects on energy metabolism, including a fasting-like profile and enhanced resistance to high-fat diets.
SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·JournalDevelopmental Cell·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 12, 2023
A new study suggests that eating more calories earlier in the day may improve metabolic health by reducing blood sugar fluctuations and inflammation. The study found that participants who followed an early time-restricted feeding pattern experienced a decrease in time above normal blood glucose levels, thereby improving metabolic health.
SourceNYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine·DateJun 15, 2023
Research reveals that women with PCOS experience significant body image concerns, including greater self-classification as overweight and lower body satisfaction scores. This correlation may increase the risk of developing eating disorders like anorexia or bulimia.
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A recent study published in GeroScience found that a moderate-protein diet (25% and 35%) improved metabolic health in both young and middle-aged mice. The researchers also observed reduced blood glucose concentrations and lipid levels in liver and plasma. A balanced diet with moderate protein intake may promote metabolic health in huma...
SourceWaseda University·JournalGeroScience·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 31, 2023
Research reveals both metabolically healthy and unhealthy obesity types linked to increased risk of various obesity-related cancers, with stronger association in metabolically unhealthy obesity. Metabolically unhealthy women face higher risks for endometrial, liver, and kidney cancers.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 13, 2023
A new study published in JMIR Diabetes found that Fitterfly's diabetes digital therapeutics program improved glycemic control and weight management in participants with type 2 diabetes. The 90-day program led to significant reductions in hemoglobin A1c levels and body weight.
SourceJMIR Publications·JournalJMIR Diabetes·DateMay 8, 2023
Recent cluster analyses identify novel risk stratification concepts to better implement precision medicine in clinical practice. Metabolically unhealthy individuals, regardless of weight, face a higher CVD risk compared to obese, metabolically healthy peers.
SourceDeutsches Zentrum fuer Diabetesforschung DZD·JournalThe Lancet·TypeLiterature review·DateMay 8, 2023
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Researchers at Anglia Ruskin University found that a portable breath test can detect changes in metabolism in response to diet. The study used the Lumen device to monitor metabolic fuel use at home and showed that it could detect acute changes in carbohydrate use, but was not sensitive on a day-to-day basis.
SourceAnglia Ruskin University·JournalJournal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition·DateApr 26, 2023