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Licorice found to fight pancreatic cancer in lab studies

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Typically thought of as a bendy black confection, the root form of licorice has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a range of conditions. Now, a new study shows that a compound from the root is highly effective at fighting pancreat… Continue reading Licorice found to fight pancreatic cancer in lab studies→

Enzyme depletion suppresses appetite to stop weight gain in obese mice

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The pursuit of next-generation treatments for obesity has scientists hunting for singular enzymes that can be targeted to switch off certain functions of the metabolism, and studies continue to turn up some promising candidates. The latest comes from s… Continue reading Enzyme depletion suppresses appetite to stop weight gain in obese mice→