Enhance your Wellness with Light | Dr. Alexis Cowan
The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show
Exploring Light Receptors and POMC in Regulating Obesity
The chapter explores the potential existence of additional light receptors, particularly red and infrared, and delves into how POMC regulates obesity by suppressing appetite and increasing energy expenditure. It emphasizes the significance of UVB light exposure for activating and synthesizing POMC, discussing its role in different body parts and the effects of dysregulation on fat sensing and leptin resistance.
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