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.

The overall average body fat percentage in the United States is about 39.9% for women and 28.1% for men, so below these amounts would technically be “below average.” However, most people in the United ...

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 ...

A new atlas of cells in fat tissue could help to explain why some overweight people stay healthy, while others do not. Although obese individuals are at greater risk of diabetes, high blood ...

Our body fat may turn out to be a secret weapon in our everlasting fight against cancer. A new study released this week suggests that fat cells can be engineered into a treatment that literally ...