How much of a role does genetics play in obesity?Sometimes it’s bad genes, not just bad diet, that leads an individual to gain weight more easily than others. Scientists have found that genetic mutations that make an individual feel less satisfied after a meal may be more common than previously… May 08 23May 08, 2023Article at National Geographic
Why do some love to exercise? It might be their microbiome.Some mice are more inclined to run on an exercise wheel than their less active counterparts. That’s because, according to a recent study, these mice carry microbes in their guts that send signals to their brains boosting their desire to exercise.… Mar 24 23March 24, 2023Article at National Geographic
Low-calories sweeteners might not be as good for us as we thoughtYou know the feeling. You slurp that diet soda relishing the sweet taste without the guilt or calories associated with sugar. But a new study suggests that these artificial sweeteners may not be as harmless as once thought; they may even increase the… Sep 10 22September 10, 2022Article at National Geographic
