Scientists from Texas have identified a gene that can help you lose weight
Scientists working with the University of Texas have identified a new gene called RCAN1. In the course of research, experts have identified its unique properties. It turned out that if RCAN1 function is blocked, even high-calorie food will not contribute to a person's weight gain. A detailed report on the study was published in the scientific journal EMBO Reports.
In the human body, there are two types of adipose tissue (white and brown). The first is responsible for the reserve energy for the body. White adipose tissue is most often collected in the abdomen, thighs and buttocks. The brown type of fat provides heat production and is present mainly in infancy.
The advantage of brown deposits over white is the continuous process of thermogenesis. Due to it, excess calories are burned much more intensively. As a result, the body remains in good shape.
By examining both types of fat, the team found that the hormone RCAN1 is present in the human body. Its main task is to prevent the transformation of white fat into brown fat. Without the influence of this hormone, the energy received during the oxidation of substances would be converted into heat. Until recently, it was believed that it was impossible to suspend the influence of RCAN1.
But now experts are confident that neutralizing the action of the hormone will lead to a change in the ratio of brown and white fat. Experiments on animals have shown that the discovery really works. The next step, scientists say, is to test its effectiveness in humans.
Subject to successful experiments, doctors will be able to "disable" the gene in people who are obese.
At the moment, the most effective way to lose weight is still proper nutrition and exercise. IN
this section you will find everything you need to do sports.
In the human body, there are two types of adipose tissue (white and brown). The first is responsible for the reserve energy for the body. White adipose tissue is most often collected in the abdomen, thighs and buttocks. The brown type of fat provides heat production and is present mainly in infancy.
The advantage of brown deposits over white is the continuous process of thermogenesis. Due to it, excess calories are burned much more intensively. As a result, the body remains in good shape.
By examining both types of fat, the team found that the hormone RCAN1 is present in the human body. Its main task is to prevent the transformation of white fat into brown fat. Without the influence of this hormone, the energy received during the oxidation of substances would be converted into heat. Until recently, it was believed that it was impossible to suspend the influence of RCAN1.
But now experts are confident that neutralizing the action of the hormone will lead to a change in the ratio of brown and white fat. Experiments on animals have shown that the discovery really works. The next step, scientists say, is to test its effectiveness in humans.
Subject to successful experiments, doctors will be able to "disable" the gene in people who are obese.
At the moment, the most effective way to lose weight is still proper nutrition and exercise. IN
this section you will find everything you need to do sports.
