Fat metabolism is a fascinating process and essential for human survival. It involves the digestion, absorption, transportation and utilization of lipids as a source of energy or as an energy reserve.

Alterations in bile acid metabolism have been described in type 2 diabetes mellitus, and are also associated with dysregulated lipid and glucose metabolism. This Review outlines the interplay ...

What Is Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)? HRT is a possible treatment for menopause symptoms. Your doctor may also refer to the treatment as hormone therapy, menopausal hormone therapy ...

Acromegaly is a hormonal disorder in which there is an overproduction of growth hormone. If the disorder begins in puberty, it is called gigantism. Most cases of acromegaly are caused by a benign ...

Unlike regular lipid droplets, which store energy in the cytoplasm, these nuclear droplets may weaken the nucleus by disrupting critical cellular processes. The authors suggest that excessive ...

The endocrine system circulates hormones, which perform various functions throughout the day. Even small changes in hormone levels can have negative effects, including extra stress on the body.

Thyroid disease is caused by over- or underproduction of thyroid hormones. An overproduction of thyroid hormones is called hyperthyroidism, and an underproduction of thyroid hormones is called ...

Objectives: Evidence suggested that thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) and lipid levels were associated with major depressive disorder (MDD). However, its role in suicide attempts in adolescents with ...