Can Fat Make You Thin?

Three research groups are studying “good fat,” which helps the body generate heat. This fat, called brown fat, is found around the neck and collarbone. Researchers have found that lean people have more brown fat than overweight people do. They also learned that brown fat is more active in a cooler environment. The research could one day help with weight loss. The Associated Press reported on the studies April 10.

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