An exciting new study in mice highlights the potential benefits of time-restricted feeding! You can create a "dance" of biphasic oscillations in insulin and leptin levels by syncing your meals. These rhythmic hormone surges recruit innate lymphoid type 2 (ILC2) cells through increased IL-33 levels in subcutaneous white adipose tissue (sWAT). This recruitment is crucial for the browning of adipose tissue, driven by the activation of specific gene clusters involved in metabolic processes. This leads to enhanced energy expenditure and improved metabolic flexibility.
The study shows insulin-leptin oscillations remodel sWAT by promoting cellular and functional changes. This includes the activation of genes responsible for energy metabolism and inflammation resolution.
By precisely timing your meals, you can leverage these molecular mechanisms to boost your metabolism and support a healthier lifestyle.
Mattar, P., et al., Insulin and leptin oscillations license food-entrained browning and metabolic flexibility. Cell Reports, 2024. 43(7): p. 114390.
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