Research has uncovered key differences in gene expression linked to inflammation, metabolism and cardioprotection. These findings could help inform the development of targeted therapies for ...

As many as 40% of Americans are obese, putting them at an increased risk for high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke, heart disease and certain cancers, according to the CDC.

This innovative technique examines epicardial adipose tissue (EAT), a specialized fat layer that wraps around our hearts. While EAT naturally serves protective functions in healthy individuals ...

However, adipose tissue, or body fat, behaves differently based on its ... generally line certain internal body cavities as a protective layer. Among these mesothelial cells, some strangely ...

Recent research in fat grafting and adipose tissue engineering has focused on optimizing techniques, improving graft retention, and understanding the biological mechanisms that contribute to ...

Adipose tissue comes in three colors: white, brown and beige. While white fat specializes in storing lipid and expands during obesity, brown fat is thermogenic, turning energy into heat. Beige fat is ...