Dossier
Metabolic disease
Coverage of Metabolic disease in the Nexus archive.
- Scientists discover the nutrient that can supercharge cellular energy
Researchers have discovered that leucine, an amino acid found in protein-rich foods, can enhance mitochondrial function by protecting energy-producing proteins within cells. This breakthrough reveals a significant connection between diet and cellular energy production, with potential applications in treating cancer and metabolic diseases.
- Surprising obesity discovery rewrites decades of fat metabolism science
A key protein in fat metabolism has been discovered to maintain healthy fat tissue and balance in the body, beyond its previously understood role in fat release. Disruption of this protein leads to harmful effects, reshaping scientific understanding of obesity and metabolic disease.