Category Archives: NIH – National Institute Health

Protein linked to Parkinson’s disease may regulate fat metabolism

National Institutes of Health researchers have found that Parkin, an important protein linked with some cases of early-onset Parkinson’s disease, regulates how cells in our bodies take up and process dietary fats. Parkinson’s disease is a complex, progressive, and currently … Continue reading

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QUALITY OF PARENT-TODDLER RELATIONSHIPS COULD AFFECT RISK FOR CHILDHOOD OBESITY

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Toddlers who do not have a secure emotional relationship with their parents, and particularly their mothers, could be at increased risk for obesity by age 4 ½, according to new research. The study suggests that children at … Continue reading

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Study shows how discrimination hurts: lack of fair treatment leads to obesity issues

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – People, especially men, who feel any kind of discrimination, are likely to see their waistlines expand, according to research from Purdue University. “This study found that males who persistently experienced high levels of discrimination during a … Continue reading

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New strategic plan for NIH obesity research seeks to curb epidemic

To combat the obesity epidemic, the National Institutes of Health is encouraging diverse scientific investigations through a new Strategic Plan for NIH Obesity Research. More than one-third of adults in the United States and nearly 17 percent of the nation’s … Continue reading

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