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The Skeptics Guide #1027 - Mar 15 2025

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

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The Fascinating Science of Brown Fat

This chapter explores brown adipose tissue, or brown fat, and its vital role in thermal regulation and exercise capacity. By discussing recent research and experiments with mice, it highlights how brown fat may influence longevity and metabolic health. The conversation also delves into therapeutic implications of proteins involved in regulating fat metabolism, paving the way for potential advancements in treating obesity and age-related diseases.

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