Agrp-Specific Ablation of Scly Protects against Diet-Induced Obesity and Leptin Resistance

Agrp-Specific Ablation of Scly Protects against Diet-Induced Obesity and Leptin Resistance

Selenium, an essential trace element known mainly for its antioxidant properties, is critical for proper brain function and regulation of energy metabolism. Whole-body knockout of the selenium recycling enzyme, selenocysteine lyase (Scly), increases susceptibility to metabolic syndrome and diet-indu...

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Main Authors: Daniel J. Torres, Matthew W. Pitts, Ann C. Hashimoto, Marla J. Berry
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-07-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
agrp
hypothalamus
leptin
scly
selenium
selenoprotein
thermogenesis
type 2 diabetes
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/11/7/1693

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