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technology1 month ago•5 min saved

New handheld breathalyzer flags fat burning in real time

A handheld breathalyzer developed with ETH Zurich researchers detects acetone in breath to indicate real-time ketosis and fat burning, enabling at-home weight-management monitoring. It uses a smartphone-guided exhalation and separates acetone before measurement, and its readings aligned with a gold-standard PTR-MS method in a small 12-person trial. If validated in more people, it could help users manage weight without waiting for scale changes; further testing is needed before widespread use.

via Nature|

#acetone #breathalyzer #fat-burning

health1 month ago•5 min saved

Protein Mitch Reprograms Fat Metabolism, Hinting at Next-Gen Obesity Therapies

Researchers at the Weizmann Institute identified MTCH2, nicknamed Mitch, as a key regulator of fat fate and energy use. Blocking Mitch in muscle and precursor fat cells drives increased fat oxidation and suppresses new fat-cell formation, and mice lacking Mitch stayed lean with more muscle and improved heart function. The findings suggest a potential obesity treatment that boosts fat burning while preserving muscle, though human therapies are not yet available and further research is needed.

via New York Post|

#fat-burning #health #metabolism

science3 months ago•4 min saved

New Enzyme Pocket Regulates Brown Fat Heat and Bone Health

McGill researchers identified a glycerol pocket in the TNAP enzyme that activates the futile creatine cycle in brown fat, providing a separate heat-producing pathway from the classic UCP1 system in mice. The work links TNAP activity to bone mineralization, with genetic data suggesting glycerol-pocket mutations correlate with lower bone density. While promising for new therapies for skeletal disease and possibly obesity/diabetes, the findings are early and focus on enzyme activation and potential TNAP activators.

via ScienceAlert|

#bone-health #brown-fat #fat-burning

health4 months ago•51 min saved

Zone 2 cardio: the sustainable fat-burn pace experts favor over HIIT

Experts are embracing Zone 2 training—maintaining roughly 60-70% of your maximum heart rate (max HR is commonly estimated as 220 minus your age)—as a sustainable path to fat loss and heart health. Zone 2 workouts like brisk walking, steady cycling, swimming, or easy jogging stay oxygen-rich and promote fat as fuel longer than high-intensity efforts. While HIIT can yield faster VO2 max gains, meta-analyses show similar or variable effects on body fat when comparing HIIT and steady aerobic training. Athletes often mix intensities, commonly with an 80/20 split favoring Zone 2 most of the time, and overreliance on Zone 2 alone may limit improvements. A smartwatch or fitness tracker can help you stay in the right zone.

via Daily Mail|

#endurance-training #fat-burning #health

health-and-fitness8 months ago•3 min saved

5 Standing Moves to Flatten Your Lower Belly Faster After 50

A fitness expert shares five effective standing exercises to help flatten the lower belly faster than floor exercises, especially beneficial for those over 50, by engaging core muscles and improving stability against gravity.

via Eat This Not That|

#core-workout #fat-burning #fitness-after-50

health-and-fitness8 months ago•4 min saved

Does Walking Build Muscle, Burn Fat, or Both?

Walking is a low-impact, accessible activity that boosts overall health, enhances creativity, reduces stress, and supports brain growth, but it doesn't significantly build muscle size unless combined with resistance training. It can help burn fat, especially when performed at higher intensities or with added weight, making it a valuable foundation for physical activity and health maintenance.

via GQ|

#cardiovascular-health #exercise-benefits #fat-burning

health-and-fitness8 months ago•3 min saved

Debunking the Myth of 36 Hours of Fat Burning and Sprinting

High-intensity sprinting can boost metabolism and fat burn for up to 36 hours through a process called EPOC, which increases resting energy expenditure after strenuous activity. While effective, sprinting should be part of a balanced regimen and performed gradually to avoid injury, as it stimulates hormonal and metabolic responses that aid in fat loss and insulin sensitivity, but it is not a quick fix for weight loss.

via Times of India|

#epoc #exercise-science #fat-burning

science9 months ago•4 min saved

Scientists Find Diet That Mimics Cold Exposure to Boost Fat Burning

Scientists at the University of Southern Denmark discovered that reducing the amino acids methionine and cysteine in mice's diets can mimic cold exposure, significantly increasing energy expenditure and fat burning, which could lead to new obesity treatments. However, further research is needed to confirm if these effects occur in humans.

via SciTechDaily|

#amino-acids #diet #fat-burning

health-and-fitness10 months ago•2 min saved

Quick and Effective: Top Short Walking Techniques for Better Fitness

Interval walking, a Japanese method alternating brisk and slow walking, can burn more fat and improve cardiovascular health than jogging, especially benefiting older adults and sedentary individuals, with scientific backing from Shinshu University studies.

via The Times of India|

#cardiovascular-health #exercise-benefits #fat-burning

health1 year ago•3 min saved

Nighttime Brain Activity Regulates Blood Sugar and Fat Burning

Researchers at the University of Michigan discovered that specific neurons in the hypothalamus help regulate blood sugar levels during routine activities like fasting, by promoting fat breakdown to maintain glucose and prevent hypoglycemia overnight, which could have implications for understanding prediabetes and diabetes management.

via ScienceDaily|

#brain #diabetes #fat-burning

health-and-fitness1 year ago•5 min saved

Incline Walking or Running: Which Burns More Fat?

A recent study validates the 12-3-30 incline walking workout's effectiveness in burning fat, showing it uses a higher percentage of fat for fuel than running at the same calorie expenditure, but running burns more total calories in less time, making it more efficient for weight loss. The best exercise depends on individual preferences and goals, with incline walking being a joint-friendly alternative for those unable to run.

via GQ|

#12-3-30-workout #calorie-expenditure #fat-burning

health-and-fitness1 year ago•3 min saved

Enhance Your Walking Routine for Better Health and Fat Burn

A 15-minute home walking workout designed by YouTube trainer Grow with Jo offers a low-impact, fast-paced way to burn fat, boost metabolism, tone lower body muscles, and improve joint mobility, making it an effective exercise option for busy individuals or those preferring indoor workouts.

via Tom's Guide|

#fat-burning #health-and-fitness #home-exercise

health-and-fitness1 year ago•3 min saved

Essential Exercises for Staying Fit and Mobile After 60

This article provides five simple walking tricks—such as adding weights, using hiking sticks, incorporating intervals, doing mini-strength sets, and varying routes—to maximize fat burning and muscle building, emphasizing consistency and mindful engagement for effective outdoor workouts.

via Eat This Not That|

#exercise-tips #fat-burning #health-and-fitness

health-and-fitness1 year ago•2 min saved

Boost Fat Loss by Walking at Optimal Speed, Study Finds

A recent study published in the journal Nutrients suggests that walking at a slower pace can significantly enhance fat loss in postmenopausal women compared to faster walking. The study followed 25 women over 30 weeks, revealing that those who walked at 3.2 miles per hour lost 2.73 times more fat than those walking at 4.1 miles per hour. Researchers theorize that slower walking may promote fat burning over glucose usage, though more research is needed to understand the mechanism.

via AOL|

#exercise #fat-burning #health-and-fitness

health-and-fitness2 years ago•3 min saved

"Weekend Workouts: An Effective Strategy for Weight Loss, Study Finds"

A new study suggests that exceeding weekly exercise recommendations over two days, such as the weekend, can effectively reduce fat, challenging the notion that daily workouts are necessary. The research found no difference in fat reduction between weekend warriors and those who exercise regularly throughout the week, as long as the weekend workouts are of higher intensity and longer duration. The study, which used an objective body scan, revealed that both weekend warriors and regular exercisers had lower levels of belly fat and overall body fat compared to those who did not exercise regularly.

via CNN|

#exercise #fat-burning #health-and-fitness