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“Researchers found that a glucocorticoid receptor in fat tissue can affect the way the brain controls stress and metabolism. Initially, such signals from the receptor can be lifesavers, directing the brain to regulate its energy balance and influencing stress responses in a beneficial way.”

“Similarly, mono- and diglycerides impaired glucose and lipid metabolism, but they also raised markers of inflammation and increased bacterial encroachment into the gut mucus layer, potentially impairing immune function.”

“FTA: > Emulsifiers, which are added to most processed foods to aid texture and extend shelf life, can alter the gut microbiota composition and localization to induce intestinal inflammation that promotes the development of inflammatory bowel disease and metabolic syndrome, new research shows.”

“Both black and green tea changed the ratio of bacteria in the gut which corresponded with lean body mass. Polyphenols specifically in black tea stimulate the growth of a species of gut bacteria called Pseudobutyrivibrio which increased levels of short-chain fatty acids, a type of bacterial metabolites that have been shown to alter the energy metabolism in the liver.”

“Instead, gut microbes may convert oat compounds into bioactive molecules that influence cholesterol metabolism alongside fiber fermentation. The participant groups were relatively small and the diet interventions could not be blinded.”

“The balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fats in the blood may influence a person's risk of developing metabolic syndrome—a cluster of conditions that raise the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.”

“Cardiovascular exercise on a stationary bike induced levels of a master hormonal regulator of glucose, lipids, ketogenesis, and overall energy metabolism (called FGF21) 3-times higher than strength training exercises in a randomized crossover study. Just more evidence of why it is important to engage in both aerobic exercise and strength training exercise.”

“The gut microbiome also differed between high and low responders, with microbial pathways involved in carbohydrate metabolism more active in those with larger blood sugar spikes. These findings suggest that a one-size-fits-all approach to managing blood sugar may fall short.”

“"But in analyzing data from foundational gut microbiome studies, we uncovered evidence that one type of bacteria associated with meat consumption can take the TMA, as well as precursors to TMA, and metabolize them without producing any TMAO.”

“The researchers attributed these improvements in muscle endurance to naringenin’s capacity to increase the number of oxidative myofibers (muscle fibers that use oxygen) and improve the overall efficiency of aerobic metabolism in the body.”