Study links night shift work to higher diabetes and weight gain risk due to disrupted brain-liver communication.

Recent research published in Science links night shift work to increased diabetes and weight gain risk. The study reveals that the liver communicates with brain feeding centers via the vagus nerve, and disrupting this communication due to irregular hours can lead to overeating and metabolic issues. By targeting parts of the vagus nerve, future therapies might help manage these health risks.

November 11, 2024
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