A study published in Nature Communications has shown a strand of protein is responsible for controlling the conversion of fat. Protein MKK6 controls the conversion of fat stores, known as white fat, into brown fat, in which lipids are burned to maintain body temperature and reduce obesity. The research team analysed fat tissue samples from […]
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Diabetics’ nerve pain caused by single protein
DIABETES-fuelled nerve pain – suffered by one million Britons – is caused by a single protein, according to new research. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Diabetics’ nerve pain caused by single protein
The discovery by British scientists offers hope of developing drugs for the chronic condition. Around one in four diabetics develop the misery of diabetic neuropathy (PDN) due to high blood sugar. Symptoms include prickling and tingling sensations as well as sharp, shooting pains and extreme sensitivity to touch in the feet and hands. This can […]
Dementia treatment: Unlocking rogue protein could be KEY to curing Alzheimer’s
ALZHEIMER’S disease and Parkinson’s disease cures could both come from unlocking a key rogue protein in the brain, say scientists. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Best diet for older people: Three reasons why eating MORE protein can be anti-ageing
THE BEST diet for older people is one rich in protein, with stroke prevention and increased muscle strength among the benefits. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Best diet for older people: Three reasons why eating MORE protein can be anti-ageing
Protein is a macronutrient – a type of food required in large amounts in the diet – along with carbohydrates and fats. It is broken down by the body into amino acids, which are the ‘building blocks’ of cells, and vital for numerous processes in the body. Animal products, such as meat, milk and eggs […]
Skin cancer treatment news: Protein could help KILL deadly tumours
SKIN CANCER treatment may soon involve targeting a particular protein, after scientists discovered it could both drive and inhibit tumour growth. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Protein warning: Eating more than TWO eggs in one sitting could lead to weight gain
PROTEIN has been presented as a quick-fix for getting in shape, but gym-goers and healthy eaters should be aware there’s a top limit to how much of the nutrient our bodies can absorb and it’s as little as 30g – or two eggs – in one sitting. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Protein warning: Eating just TWO eggs in one sitting could lead to weight gain
Research has found the macro-nutrient that is protein can both help people lose weight and build muscle. In a study by McMaster University, overweight participants lost more fat, and gained more muscle, when they ate a high protein diet. Even the government’s latest Eatwell guidelines recommend getting enough protein from both animal and plant-based sources […]
Alzheimer’s disease: Scientists discover how a ROGUE protein triggers the brain disease
ALZHEIMER’S disease is the most common cause of dementia, and affects 850,000 people in the UK. Daily Express :: Health Feed