Endocrinology February 2016 PMID 26653760

Intermittent Fasting Promotes Fat Loss With Lean Mass Retention, Increased Hypothalamic Norepinephrine Content, and Increased Neuropeptide Y Gene Expression in Diet-Induced Obese Male Mice.

Juliet D Gotthardt, Jessica L Verpeut, Bryn L Yeomans, Jennifer A Yang, Ali Yasrebi, Troy A Roepke, Nicholas T Bello

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The overall discussions demonstrate a reasonable interest in dietary strategies, exemplified by comments on fasting schedules and reading up on nutrition. The tone remains practical and personal, focusing on daily habits rather than technical specifics, which reflects a moderate level of engagement and perceived impact of the research.

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The discussions show general acknowledgment of the research's findings, with some users emphasizing the benefits of intermittent fasting for weight loss and metabolic health.

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Abstract in brief

  • Intermittent fasting (IMF) in obese mice leads to significant weight and fat loss, especially when combined with a low-fat diet, while also increasing lean mass.
  • Neural changes observed include higher levels of norepinephrine in the hypothalamus and increased expression of neuropeptide Y, indicating adjustments in the brain's regulation of appetite and energy.
  • These findings suggest that the weight loss benefits of IMF involve specific brain mechanisms, such as altered hypothalamic neurotransmitter levels and gene expression, which support fat loss and metabolic improvements.]

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Reference: Gotthardt, Juliet D et al. “Intermittent Fasting Promotes Fat Loss With Lean Mass Retention, Increased Hypothalamic Norepinephrine Content, and Increased Neuropeptide Y Gene Expression in Diet-Induced Obese Male Mice.” Endocrinology vol. 157,2 (2016): 679-91. https://t.co/5S36BwxDws

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molnEtt
@molnEtt · X

@Nova_covic @prippen72 @mirre7878 https://t.co/Vu90IwIwZA Har man lite pannben så kör man en lucka på 3 timmar(2mål) , eller bara ett mål om dagen Och när man väl äter kanske man kan ha spenderat 1 timme tidigare i livet att läsa lite om vad som är Nyttigt, kaloritätt och nödvändigt att faktiskt äta.

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@gengfud_Tony · X

Reference: Gotthardt, Juliet D et al. “Intermittent Fasting Promotes Fat Loss With Lean Mass Retention, Increased Hypothalamic Norepinephrine Content, and Increased Neuropeptide Y Gene Expression in Diet-Induced Obese Male Mice.” Endocrinology vol. 157,2 (2016): 679-91. https://t.co/5S36BwxDws

Oct 12, 2020 · 18 followers View post →