"It's not blood flow per se that we're interested in, it's what the blood flow indexes," adds Dr. Peterson. Metabolism is driven by increased cellular activity. Hypermetabolism results when cells use ...

It's often suggested that individuals with MND may have a "hypermetabolism", meaning their bodies burn through energy at a faster rate than average. The NHS advises those looking to shed pounds to ...

Dr Vivienne Cox, 67, worked as a microbiologist for two leading pharmaceutical companies and co-founded two biotech firms.

It's often suggested that people with MND are likely to have a "hypermetabolism" - meaning their body burns more energy than most. A study recently suggested this can have significant implications ...

Dr Michael Mosley pioneered the 5:2 diet. (Image: GETTY) “I had gained a little weight, so signed up to the 5:2 diet with great enthusiasm. I lost a stone immediately and felt pretty good. I cut ...