Could this vitamin A derivative cure liver cancer?

Researchers reveal how a compound called acyclic retinoid, which is a synthetic form of vitamin A, can target and destroy liver cancer stem cells.

New drug could ‘shrink’ harmful fat cells

Researchers reveal how blocking an enzyme called NNMT ‘shrunk’ harmful white fat cells and led to weight loss in mice fed a high-fat diet.

How a green tea compound could prevent Alzheimer’s

Researchers reveal how a compound in green tea called EGCG prevents the formation of toxic beta-amyloid plaques, which are a hallmark of Alzheimer’s.

White fat converted to ‘good’ brown fat with anticancer drug

Researchers reveal how a drug used to treat a form of skin cancer converted white fat into beneficial brown fat and reduced weight gain in mice.

How does a high-protein diet aid weight loss? Study sheds light

Researchers reveal how an enzyme produced through digestion of protein suppresses hunger to reduce food intake and cause weight loss.

Gut reaction: Smart pill smells out the body’s fiber factor

First trials of smart gas sensing pills reveal how low & high-fiber diets affect gut.

How a Big Mac affects your body in 1 hour

A new infographic claims to reveal how the world-famous Big Mac from fast food giant McDonald’s affects the body 10, 20, 30, 40 and 60 minutes after eating it.