Why our brain cells may prevent us burning fat when we're dieting

mTORC1 in AGRP neurons integrates exteroceptive and interoceptive food-related cues in the modulation of adaptive energy expenditure in mice. A study carried out in mice may help explain why dieting can be an inefficient way to lose weight: key brain cells act as a trigger to prevent us burning calories when food is scarce. "If food is available, they make us eat, and if food is scarce, they turn our body into saving mode and stop us from burning fat." The team used a genetic trick to switch the AGRP neurons 'on' and 'off' in mice so that they could rapidly and reversibly manipulate the neurons' activity. The researchers tested the role of a group of neurons in a brain region known as the hypothalamus.

Nutritionist claims working out can STOP your body burning fat

Jessica Sepel, who is also a best-selling author, has said that too much exercise can do more harm than good to your weight. Jessica Sepel has said that too much exercise can do more harm than good to your weightClick to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)AN AUSTRALIAN nutritionist has claimed that working out can actually stop your body burning fat. She recommends restorative exercise such as walking and Pilates and claims her clients have experienced great results. She added: "Overdoing the exercise may be making it harder for you to lose weight."We pay for your stories! "Then, when you stress out about working out, your cortisol levels go CRAZY.


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