metabolism
Coverage of metabolism in the Nexus archive.
- Why losing weight isn’t just about counting calories — and what to do about it
The article explains that weight loss is not solely about calorie counting due to complex factors influencing how the body processes calories. Diet quality and individual biological differences, such as digestibility and genetic variations, play significant roles. A lawsuit against David protein bars highlighted discrepancies in calorie labeling, but the article emphasizes that usable calories depend on factors like food processing and metabolism.
- What doctor says about meal frequency and weight loss
An endocrinologist at Vanderbilt University, Dr. Anna Beth Bradley, states that eating five to six small meals daily does not lead to greater weight loss compared to three balanced meals when calorie and macronutrient intake are equal. She notes that more frequent meals may increase hunger and not boost metabolism, and meal frequency alone does not determine weight loss success.
- Pennington Biomedical seeks volunteers for weight-loss study
Researchers at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center are conducting a clinical trial to study the effects of a new hormone-based drug on metabolism and weight loss in adults with a BMI of 30 or higher.
- Good news for sweet tooths: Going sugar-free can mess with your gut and metabolism: study
A study suggests that going sugar-free may negatively impact gut health and metabolism. The research highlights unexpected effects of sugar-free diets on digestive systems and metabolic processes.
- How to eat carbs like a biohacker — without gaining weight
Biohacker Dave Asprey claims that following specific methods can improve metabolism to better handle carbohydrates without weight gain. The article highlights his assertion that these techniques allow the body to process carbs more effectively.
- This new diabetes pill burns fat without the downsides of Ozempic
Scientists have developed an experimental diabetes and obesity pill that activates metabolism in skeletal muscle to lower blood sugar and increase fat burning while preserving muscle mass. Early clinical results indicate the treatment is safe and well tolerated, differing from drugs like Ozempic which reduce hunger.
- ‘Are we just going to give up and die like every other generation?’
Robby Wade, CEO of Rythm Health, led a mass blood draw event in Berkeley, California, using Tasso devices to collect health data on hormones, metabolism, and biological age from around 100 participants.
- What is freekeh? The high-protein, fiber-rich ancient grain that’s good for your brain and metabolism
Freekeh is an ancient Middle Eastern grain with high protein and fiber content, offering benefits for brain health and metabolism. Its nutritional profile rivals that of quinoa, a well-known powerhouse carbohydrate.
- New AI body map reveals obesity’s hidden attack on facial nerves
Scientists developed an AI-powered system to map a mouse body in detail, revealing that obesity damages facial sensory nerves and triggers systemic inflammation. The study shows obesity's impact extends beyond metabolism to affect touch-related nerves and cause widespread inflammation.
- New study debunks the biggest fear about yo-yo dieting
A new study debunks the fear that yo-yo dieting causes long-term harm to metabolism, finding little evidence of lasting damage after analyzing decades of studies. Regaining weight may erase some health improvements, but doesn't make people worse off than before. The study's findings suggest that the negative effects of yo-yo dieting may be overblown.
- The 'healthy' high-fibre daily diet staple that could be silently changing your metabolism and making you MORE prone to gaining weight
A high-fibre daily diet staple could be changing metabolism and making people more prone to gaining weight. This staple is considered healthy but may have unintended consequences. The exact nature of this staple is not specified in the given content.
- Warming waters are supercharging an invasive salmon predator in Alaska
Warming waters in Alaska are causing invasive northern pike to become more aggressive predators, with young pike increasing their fish consumption by over 60%. This heightened activity threatens already struggling salmon populations as pike metabolism accelerates in warmer conditions.
- Simple “gut reset” may stop weight gain after Ozempic or Wegovy
A new minimally invasive procedure called duodenal mucosal resurfacing may help prevent weight regain after discontinuing Ozempic or Wegovy. Clinical trials showed participants who underwent the treatment regained less weight compared to others, as the procedure renews the upper small intestine lining and potentially resets metabolism.
- ‘Jumping genes’ help a bacterium that causes hospital infections to adapt quickly
Mobile DNA sequences called transposable elements have proliferated in the genome of Enterococcus faecium over three decades, enabling the bacterium to adapt its metabolism rapidly and contribute to hospital infections. These 'jumping genes' alter gene activity and replication, aiding clinical adaptation.
- How to lose weight when perimenopause sabotages your metabolism: I'm a PT but when I hit 46, I piled on the pounds overnight. This is the 12-week programme that totally reset my body
A personal trainer experienced rapid weight gain at 46 due to perimenopause and developed a 12-week program to reset her metabolism and body. The program successfully addressed weight loss challenges during perimenopause by targeting metabolic sabotage.
- How to lose weight when perimenopause sabotages your metabolism: I'm a PT but when I hit 46, I piled on the pounds overnight. This is the 12-week programme that totally reset my body
A personal trainer shares her experience of unexpected weight gain at 46 due to perimenopause and the 12-week program that helped reset her metabolism and body. The article highlights challenges of perimenopause on weight management and offers a structured solution.
- How to lose weight when perimenopause sabotages your metabolism: I'm a PT but when I hit 46, I piled on the pounds overnight. This is the 12-week programme that totally reset my body
A personal trainer (PT) shares her experience of sudden weight gain at age 46 due to perimenopause and details a 12-week program that successfully reset her metabolism and body. The article highlights strategies to combat perimenopause-related weight challenges.
- How to lose weight when perimenopause sabotages your metabolism: I'm a PT but when I hit 46, I piled on the pounds overnight. This is the 12-week programme that totally reset my body
The article details a 12-week weight loss program developed by a personal trainer who experienced unexpected weight gain during perimenopause. The program successfully reset her metabolism and body.
- Can sparkling water boost metabolism and help with weight loss?
Sparkling water may slightly boost metabolism and aid in weight loss by improving blood sugar and energy processing, though the effect is minimal. Experts emphasize it is not a substitute for diet and exercise.
- Scientists discover natural hormone that reverses obesity
Scientists discovered that the hormone FGF21 reverses obesity in mice by activating a brain circuit in the hindbrain linked to metabolism. Unlike GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, FGF21 boosts energy burning instead of suppressing appetite, offering potential for new weight-loss and liver disease treatments.
- Scientists discover why bread can cause weight gain without extra calories
Scientists discovered that carbohydrates like bread, rice, and wheat may alter metabolism, causing weight gain in mice without increased calorie intake. The study shows weight gain occurs due to reduced energy burning, not overeating.