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“Children with overweight or obesity can develop nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) – an inflammatory condition in which fat builds up in the liver, replacing healthy tissue. Without intervention, NASH can progress to more advanced forms of liver disease, including cirrhosis and cancer.”

“For more on meal timing and time-restricted eating...check out my podcasts with the experts, Dr. Satchin Panda and Dr. Ruth Patterson on youtube and iTunes. Satchin Panda, Ph.D. on Time-Restricted Feeding and Its Effects on Obesity, Muscle Mass & Heart Health.”

“Disruptions in circadian rhythms can lead to metabolic impairments, increasing the risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. A recent study found that personal light exposure patterns predict the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.”

“The researchers used national data to estimate cancer cases and deaths for 30 types of cancer. They examined the effects of modifiable risk factors such as smoking, obesity, alcohol consumption, diet, physical inactivity, and ultraviolet light exposure on cancer risk.”

“Satchin Panda, Ph.D. Episode: Satchin Panda, Ph.D. on Time-Restricted Feeding and Its Effects on Obesity, Muscle Mass & Heart Health. Episode: Satchin Panda, Ph.D. on Practical Implementation of Time-Restricted Eating & Shift Work Strategies.”

“Germ-free mice also exhibited reduced glucose storage and usage, impairing their capacity to fuel physical activity. Additionally, their fat tissue adapted by breaking down more fat, making them leaner and less prone to obesity, but at the cost of reduced energy availability during physical activity.”

“These changes were diminished among participants with a higher BMI, suggesting that obesity (or the metabolic disturbances that accompany it) may block the benefits of exercise. These findings provide insights into the molecular mechanisms that drive the widespread cardiometabolic benefits of exercise and support public health recommendations to engage in regular physical activity.”

“The study involved 18 men with overweight and obesity who engaged in four different activities on separate days: sitting uninterrupted for 8.5 hours, or sitting interrupted by a single 30-minute walk, ten three-minute walks (every 45 minutes), or ten three-minute squat sessions (every 45 minutes).”

“Approximately 43% of postmenopausal women in the U.S. have obesity, markedly increasing their risk for breast cancer. Sulforaphane, a bioactive compound derived from broccoli, exerts potent anticancer effects. Learn more in this episode featuring Dr. Jed Fahey.”

“Disturbances in these rhythms may increase susceptibility to metabolic disorders, such as diabetes and obesity. Findings from a new study indicate that diurnal circadian variations in brown adipose tissue activity may contribute to metabolic disorders.”