A Gut Protein That Blocks Weight Loss Hormones in Obese Mice
Scientists discovered that obese mice produce too much of a protein called TMPRSS2 in their intestines, which interferes with hormones that help control blood …
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How Weight Loss Surgery Changes Your Body Beyond Just Losing Pounds
Weight loss surgery does much more than just make your stomach smaller. Scientists have discovered that these surgeries actually change how your body works at …
Read MoreHow Cold Weather Changes Your Gut and Hunger
When mice are exposed to cold temperatures, their bodies need more energy and they eat more food. Scientists discovered that their intestines actually grow …
Read MoreTwo Gut Hormones Help Your Body Absorb Food Better
After you eat a meal, your body releases special hormones that help send more blood to your digestive system so it can absorb nutrients better. Scientists …
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