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Scientists Find Brown Fat Master Switch |
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Written by Craig - GKA Staff
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Thursday, 12 July 2007 |
Researchers have identified a long-sought "master switch" in mice for the production of brown fat, a type of adipose tissue that generates heat and counters obesity caused by overeating. The findings suggest that turning up the equivalent switch in people might be a new strategy for treating overweight and obesity. The investigators said their next step is to rev up the control in mice and overfeed them to see if they are resistant to becoming obese.
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