In an effort to find better ways of supporting bone growth for transplants, a study in vitro and in vivo…
Medical News Today: Breast cancer: Blood test may predict relapse
New research introduces an innovative blood test that may predict the chances of breast cancer recurring by measuring a person’s…
Exercise improves brain function in overweight and obese individuals
New findings show that, on top of its benefits for metabolism, mood, and general health, exercise also improves brain function.…
Food and alcohol reduce activity in ‘hunger neurons’ via different brain pathways
How does the brain process rewards? Researchers are investigating how the brain responds differently to two commonly ingested rewards —…
Brain stimulation enhances motivation to work for food
Electrical stimulation of the brain through the vagus nerve increases the motivations to work for food, according to recent findings.…
‘Hunger hormone’ enhances memory
Neuroscience researchers have identified a surprising new role for the ‘hunger hormone’ ghrelin. Ghrelin has previously been recognized for its…
Perception of lower socioeconomic standing stimulates appetite
Recent research suggests that the psychological consequences of being in a disadvantaged position in society may stimulate appetite and increase…