A research group has identified the so-called PNOC/NPY nerve cells in the brains of mice. When activated, these cells ...

Potential for novel obesity treatmentsObesity is a global health problem that affects many people. In recent years, very ...

Nerve cells in the hypothalamus: These neurons influence eating behavior and weight gain. Hormone-controlled: These nerve ...

Leptin, a hormone produced by the body's fat cells and involved in the regulation of body weight, was first discovered in 1994. It was thought leptin itself would be a key to curing obesity in ...

You’ve always got leptin in your body. It’s mostly made by your fat cells. But your stomach releases some when you eat. It circulates in your bloodstream and travels to your brain. And that ...

Though a complex interplay of genes, diet, and environment contribute, 90% of cases share one thing in common: leptin resistance. In lean individuals, fat cells produce the hormone leptin ...

With over 800,000 customers across more than 20 countries, PhytAge Labs has carved out a reputation as a leader in ...

Leptin is a hormone produced by fat cells. During periods of food shortage or starvation, leptin levels decrease. The hormone was discovered in 1994 and has been studied ever since for its ...

You’ve always got leptin in your body. It’s mostly made by your fat cells. But your stomach releases some when you eat. It circulates in your bloodstream and travels to your brain.

Though a complex interplay of genes, diet, and environment contribute, 90% of cases share one thing in common: leptin resistance. In lean individuals, fat cells produce the hormone leptin ...

A combination of hormones and neurotransmitter interactions contributes to sweet cravings during the premenstrual phase.