Genetic and behavioral risks combine synergistically for liver disease
This work offers a unique opportunity to study the prognostic roles of gene PNPLA3, obesity and excessive alcohol use in the risk of liver disease.
Read More
Scientists propose that obesity is a neurodevelopmental disorder
The findings provide new evidence that developmental changes are likely involved in both early environmental and genetic influences on obesity risk.
Read More
The benefits of exercise in a pill? Science is closer to that goal
Researchers identified a molecule in the blood that is produced during exercise and can effectively reduce food intake and obesity in mice.
Read More
Estrogen-regulated brain circuit helps females control obesity
An estrogen-activated brain circuit connects specific brain regions, providing anti-obesity benefits in an animal model.
Read More
Tipping the scale: How to make weight discussions more empathetic
On a beautiful Texas day, I settle in for a coaching appointment with my third patient of the day. As we discuss their success, obstacles
Read More
Repairing altered novel brain circuit could tackle coinciding obesity and depression
Study reveals key regulatory mechanism for coinciding obesity and mental disorders and suggests the possibility of pharmacological treatment.
Read More
Obesity and COVID-19: What you should know
Baylor College of Medicine’s Dr. Samer Mattar discusses the health risks that are linked to obesity and COVID-19.
Read More
Early postnatal overnutrition sets the body on a fast track to aging
Overnutrition during early infancy can have adverse health consequences later in life. Although researchers have known this for quite some time, the explanations have been
Read More
A new gut-brain connection that keeps weight off (or on) the scale
Eating extra servings typically shows up on the scale later, but how this happens has not been clear. In his lab at Baylor College of
Read More
Afraid of food? The answer may be in the basal forebrain
After fasting for 24 hours the typical laboratory mouse spends much time eating. Surprisingly, this is not what Jay M. Patel saw when he was
Read More