A number of studies have found decreased omega-3 content in the blood of depressed patients. Omega-3 fatty acids play a critical role in the development and function of the central nervous system. Emerging research is establishing an association between omega-3 fatty acids (alpha-linolenic, eicosapentaenoic, docosahexaenoic) and major depressive disorder. This article includes the effects of [...]
Leptin and Obesity – Does Leptin Help Burn More Calories?
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Leptin has become a hot area for obesity research since the discovery of a mutation in the mouse leptin gene that increases the animals’ appetite while lowering their metabolic rate.
CLA Supplements Do Not Lower Blood Fat Levels
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CLA supplements may be more beneficial for animals than it is for people. CLA supplements did not lower blood fat levels or improve any of the other health indicators a research team examined. CLA, short for conjugated linoleic acid, is found in beef and some other meats, as well as in dairy products such as [...]
