The way osteoporosis is typically treated often misses the mark. It doesn't tackle the core issues related to how cells use energy and how genes are turned on and off. This is a big problem because these factors are key to understanding and treating osteoporosis. So, what if there was a way to hit two birds with one stone? That's the idea behind some new research. It...

Environmental pollutants are now recognized as key players in the development of diabetes mellitus (DM). This is a condition marked by issues with glucose regulation and insulin production. While lifestyle choices and genetics have long been blamed, pollutants like particulate matter, heavy metals, and persistent organic pollutants are increasingly under the spotligh...

Obesity is a major health concern that goes beyond just weight. It is linked to a higher chance of developing cancer. This connection is not just about how much someone weighs. It is about how fat cells behave and interact with other cells in the body. This interaction can lead to cancer in various ways. First, let's talk about hormones. Obesity can cause hormonal i...

Cells have clever ways to handle stress. They use special proteins to manage changes inside and outside the cell. These proteins, known as lysine acetyltransferases (KATs) and deacetyltransferases (KDACs), play a big role in how cells react to stress. They do this by adding or removing tiny chemical tags, called acetyl groups, on other proteins. This process, called ...