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“Junk” DNA in Fat Cells May Hold New Keys to Obesity Treatments

June 27, 2018

Researchers have identified thousands of molecules—produced by “junk” DNA—that are found only in human fat cells and play an important role in how we store and use fat.

Poor Body-Size Judgment Can Lead to Increased Tolerance of Obesity

Study: Mothers and children who are overweight fail to recognize abnormal weight, which may lead to distorted perceptions of what is acceptable and healthy.

Study Shows How Common Obesity Gene Contributes to Weight Gain

Researchers discovered how common obesity gene contributes to weight gain

Childhood Obesity: Can the Outcome Be Changed?

Dr. Lori Zeltser talks about her research findings, which may lead to a change in approaches to treating childhood obesity.

Obese Children More Susceptible to Asthma from Air Pollution

Obese children exposed to high levels of air pollutants are nearly three times as likely to have asthma, compared with non-obese children and lower levels of pollution exposure.

Women with PTSD Gain Weight More Rapidly than Women Without the Disorder

Women with PTSD gain weight more rapidly and are more likely to be overweight or obese than women without the disorder, find researchers at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health and Harvard School of Public Health.

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