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Crucial Fat Metabolism Switch Identified in Human Cells For First Time

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David Nield
Crucial Fat Metabolism Switch Identified in Human Cells For First Time
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Researchers at the Weizmann Institute of Science have identified a protein called MTCH2 that regulates fat metabolism in human cells. Deleting this protein in lab tests increased cellular energy consumption, suggesting a potential new pathway for weight management without the side effects of current drugs.

Add ScienceAlert on Google (Weizmann Institute of Science) While GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic have been dramatically effective at helping people lose weight in recent years, bone and muscle loss have been noted as side effects.

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