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Lipids are a broad group of naturally-occurring molecules which includes fats, waxes, sterols, fat-soluble vitamins (such as vitamins A, D, E and K), monoglycerides, diglycerides, phospholipids, and others. The main biological functions of lipids include energy storage, as structural components of cell membranes, and as important signaling molecules.

Estimating life expectancy based on the age of type 2 diabetes diagnosis

The association between the age of diabetes diagnosis and life expectancy.

13 Sep 2023

Herring roe oil's potential in psoriasis treatment

Researchers investigated the use of herring row oil to treat psoriasis, a non-communicable skin disease.

12 Sep 2023

Scientists develop new method to detect key fat-filled particles in the brain

Scientists have created a method to detect key fat-filled particles known as lipoproteins in the central nervous system, opening a new view into the workings of the brain.

12 Sep 2023

Research sheds light on the role of lipidome in human physiology

The sequencing of the human genome promised a revolution in medicine, but scientists soon realized that a genetic blueprint alone does not show the body in action.

11 Sep 2023

Research shines light on early life factors that may increase risk of cardiovascular disease in women

Advanced research is casting light on possible early life factors – including poverty, physical or mental abuse – that may impact the rate of egg loss and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease in post-menopausal women.

9 Sep 2023

Breakthrough genome-wide study uncovers new loci impacting apolipoprotein E levels and Alzheimer's risk

New genetic factors that affect the plasma apolipoprotein E levels.

8 Sep 2023

Theabrownin from dark tea may have the potential to treat insulin resistance

The effects of theabrownin (TB) from dark tea treatment on insulin resistance (IR).

8 Sep 2023

Self-adjuvanting RNA vaccines boost immune response 10x more than existing vaccines

RNA vaccines against Covid-19 have proven effective at reducing the severity of disease. However, a team of researchers at MIT is working on making them even better.

8 Sep 2023

Can brown fat really keep you slim? New study digs into the science of diet-induced thermogenesis

The research paper delves into the role of brown adipose tissue and its protein, UCP1, in diet-induced thermogenesis, questioning whether it could be a key to fighting obesity. Despite some evidence suggesting that brown fat activity could influence weight, the study calls for more research to determine the causality between reduced brown adipose tissue activity and obesity.

7 Sep 2023

Eating for health: how dietary interventions impact pre-diabetic oral and gut microbiome, metabolites and cytokines

Researchers evaluated the impact of two diets on the intestinal and oral microbiota, cytokines, and metabolites of 200 pre-diabetic individuals.

7 Sep 2023

RIT researchers use CRISPR to develop new treatment for degenerative disc disease

Rochester Institute of Technology researchers are improving non-invasive treatment options for degenerative disc disease, an ailment that impacts 3 million adults yearly in the U.S., according to the Mayo Clinic.

6 Sep 2023

Could marine plasmalogens be the secret weapon to fight Alzheimer's and Parkinson's?

The research paper reviews the potential benefits of marine plasmalogens, a type of glycerophospholipid, in combating age-related diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. These compounds, abundant in marine resources, could improve lipid metabolism and reduce oxidative stress, offering a new avenue for improving the quality of life in aging populations.

3 Sep 2023

Scientists discover new role for liver tPA in regulating cholesterol levels

Despite advances in treatment for high cholesterol, heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S. Scientists at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) are investigating the role of a form of cholesterol called very-low-density lipoprotein – and their findings may lead to new treatment options in the future.

1 Sep 2023

Can the consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables improve the management of gestational diabetes?

A new paper explores the dietary effects of consuming colorful fruits and vegetables (CFV).

1 Sep 2023

Study reveals pathogenic mechanism of rare pediatric neurodegenerative disorder

A recent study published in Nature Metabolism has revealed the pathogenic mechanism underlying a rare pediatric neurodegenerative disorder known as mitochondrial enoyl reductase protein-associated neurodegeneration (MEPAN) syndrome.

31 Aug 2023

New study questions one-size-fits-all dietary guidelines for heart health

Study challenges common dietary recommendations for reducing cardiovascular disease, highlighting that factors like age, sex, and lifestyle significantly impact how animal-source foods affect heart health. It suggests that red meat consumption, but not overall animal-source food intake, could be indicative of an unhealthy lifestyle and elevated CVD risk.

30 Aug 2023

An update on the health benefits of olive oil

Researchers summarize recent evidence on the clinical impact of olive oil on human health.

29 Aug 2023

Study unveils previously unknown urinary biomarkers, revolutionizing early detection and treatment of viral infections like COVID-19

This recent study identifies new urinary biomarkers for detecting acute COVID-19 using spectroscopic analysis. The findings reveal that these biomarkers could offer valuable tools for early diagnosis, understanding the severity of the disease, and possibly contribute to endogenous immunological defense mechanisms against SARS-CoV-2.

29 Aug 2023

MFGM and milk protein may improve physical functioning of the elderly, study shows

Leading Finnish dairy company Valio collaborated with top nutritional scientists in a new study about the effects of MFGM and milk protein on the physical functioning of the elderly. The results show significant improvement in balance and physical performance even without an exercise intervention.

25 Aug 2023

Diabetes drug promotes longevity by stimulating the body's production of ether lipids

Metformin, the most commonly used drug to treat type 2 diabetes, not only lowers blood sugar levels but has revealed to extend lifespan in C. Elegans -- an animal model that shares similar metabolic systems with humans and are often used to model human diseases.

23 Aug 2023

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Estimating life expectancy based on the age of type 2 diabetes diagnosis

Herring roe oil's potential in psoriasis treatment

Scientists develop new method to detect key fat-filled particles in the brain

Research sheds light on the role of lipidome in human physiology

Research shines light on early life factors that may increase risk of cardiovascular disease in women

Breakthrough genome-wide study uncovers new loci impacting apolipoprotein E levels and Alzheimer's risk

Theabrownin from dark tea may have the potential to treat insulin resistance

Self-adjuvanting RNA vaccines boost immune response 10x more than existing vaccines

Can brown fat really keep you slim? New study digs into the science of diet-induced thermogenesis

Eating for health: how dietary interventions impact pre-diabetic oral and gut microbiome, metabolites and cytokines

RIT researchers use CRISPR to develop new treatment for degenerative disc disease

Could marine plasmalogens be the secret weapon to fight Alzheimer's and Parkinson's?

Scientists discover new role for liver tPA in regulating cholesterol levels

Can the consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables improve the management of gestational diabetes?

Study reveals pathogenic mechanism of rare pediatric neurodegenerative disorder

New study questions one-size-fits-all dietary guidelines for heart health

An update on the health benefits of olive oil

Study unveils previously unknown urinary biomarkers, revolutionizing early detection and treatment of viral infections like COVID-19

MFGM and milk protein may improve physical functioning of the elderly, study shows

Diabetes drug promotes longevity by stimulating the body's production of ether lipids

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