How a Diabetes Drug May Protect Brain Cells in Obesity
Scientists discovered that a medication called liraglutide, commonly used for diabetes, may protect brain cells that control hunger and appetite in obese rats. …
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Exercise Hormone May Help Brain Fight Obesity-Related Inflammation
Scientists discovered that irisin, a natural hormone your body makes when you exercise, might help reduce harmful inflammation in the brain that's linked to …
Read MoreBrain Switches During Development May Affect Weight Gain Later
Scientists discovered that a specific brain switch during early development helps determine whether we're more likely to gain weight from eating too much. The …
Read MoreCommon Pesticide May Confuse Your Brain's Hunger Controls
Scientists discovered that chlorpyrifos, a pesticide used on many crops, might interfere with how your brain controls hunger and weight. In lab studies and …
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