Month: August 2017

Brain ‘switch’ tells body to burn fat after a meal

Scientists have found a mechanism by which the brain coordinates feeding with energy expenditure, solving a puzzle that has previously eluded researchers and offering a potential novel target for the treatment of obesity. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of […]

Published on August 1, 2017

Oregano, thyme may hold hope for wasting syndrome disease, study suggests

Fresh thyme and oregano offer a savory touch to a tasty dish, but a researcher recently discovered natural compounds in the herbs that may offer a treatment for cachexia or “wasting syndrome” as it is more commonly known. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the […]

Published on August 1, 2017

New Drug May Slow Progression of Parkinson’s Disease

A new drug known as D-512 is being developed at New York’s Binghamton University to treat Parkinson’s disease. It promises to limit the progression of Parkinson’s disease while also relieving symptoms more effectively than drugs currently available.About 60,000 Americans… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of […]

Published on August 1, 2017