New research from the University of Waikato nails down how much light travels from the outside world to babies in the womb, ...

But just like Mendel and his peas don’t fully explain the actual complexity of genetic inheritance, simple definitions for ...

A team of Chinese scientists has used targeted gene editing to develop rice that produces coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), a vital ...

Research has uncovered key differences in gene expression linked to inflammation, metabolism and cardioprotection. These findings could help inform the development of targeted therapies for ...

As many as 40% of Americans are obese, putting them at an increased risk for high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke, heart ...

As many as 40% of Americans are obese, putting them at an increased risk for high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke, heart disease and certain cancers, according to the CDC.

By identifying key differences in fat biology, researchers are paving the way for early detection, prevention, and targeted treatments, shifting the focus from weight alone to metabolic health at ...

Scientists transformed energy-storing white fat cells into calorie-burning ‘beige’ fat. Once implanted, they outcompeted tumors for resources, beating back five different types of cancer in ...

As per a 2015 research eating until you're 80% full can lead to significant weight loss and health benefits, as it helps prevent the body from storing excess calories as fat. Unlike many Western ...

We’ve come a long way from the days of low-fat or fat-free everything, as we have learned more about the nuance behind the role dietary fat can play in our overall health. Not all fat is “bad ...