Sub-erythemal ultraviolet radiation reduces metabolic dysfunction in already overweight mice

What is it about?

The effects of sun exposure on the development of obesity are not well understood. Here we describe that low dose ultraviolet radiation reduces weight gain and signs of type-2 diabetes in already overweight mice fed a high fat diet. These studies suggest that safe sun exposure could be harnessed as part of a lifestyle package to potentially reduce weight gain and the development of obesity.

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