Eating disorders and self-harm without suicidal intent often start during teenage years. When these issues happen together, it can lead to more severe symptoms and a higher risk of suicide. This study looks into how common self-harm is among young people who have eating disorders. Researchers combi
Metabolism-disrupting agents, or MDAs, can mess with your body's metabolism, raising the risk of metabolic disorders. These troublemakers can be chemicals, infections, or physical factors. Think of some antidepressants or nasty stuff like bisphenol A. To spot these hazards, scientists need a tidy wa
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a significant worldwide health issue that lacks effective treatments. Scientists are still trying to grasp the biochemical pathways that cause this disorder. This is where metabolomics comes in—it's a promising method to understand the metabolic changes linked to AUD.
Imagine being at a healthy weight, but your body behaves as if it's overweight. This condition, known as normal weight obesity (NWO), sneaks under the radar of healthcare professionals. They often assume low health risks when the Body Mass Index (BMI) is normal. But does NWO up the odds of getting b
Ever thought about how your skin can reveal insights into your health? Scientists discovered that skin autofluorescence (SAF), which measures glycation products in your skin, is a good sign of aging. But here’s the interesting part: they compared SAF with blood-based metabolomics, known as MetaboHea
Did you ever think your body has a tiny reporter named FGF21? This protein keeps an eye on your fat tissue and liver. When you're obese, your body makes more FGF21, like a warning that things aren't right. But, after special surgery, FGF21 levels drop. Why? Because the surgery helps your fat tissue
Metabolic diseases like heart conditions and diabetes are big health issues worldwide. People are using wearables and smartphones more often to monitor and deal with risk factors for these diseases. The problem is, there's no clear guide on how to get useful info from these gadgets. This makes it ha
Did you know that tiny organisms called protists can play a big role in making the soil healthier? Scientists decided to see how these microscopic creatures affect soil when it's polluted with a heavy metal called cadmium. They focused on one type of protist called Colpoda steinii. Soil naturally h
Corynebacterium glutamicum is a critical player in the production of amino acids and valuable chemicals. Balancing the metabolic processes between cell growth and product synthesis is essential for boosting efficiency. The challenge lies in developing effective and safe gene regulation tools that ca
Ever come across Primary Hypertrophic Osteoarthropathy, commonly known as PHO? This rare genetic condition affects both bones and skin. Scientists have discovered that a significant chemical named prostaglandin E2, or PGE2 for simplicity, is crucial in this condition. But that's not all—they're also
