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Jan 12, 2026 8 min

Astrocytes and metabolism

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A new study reveals that astrocytes, a type of brain cell previously considered supportive, play a crucial role in both behavioral flexibility and metabolism. In mice, dysfunctional astrocytes contribute to overeating and metabolic imbalances, offering a potential new target for obesity treatments. Read the full article at https://www.paperleap.com/blog/articles/astrocytes-and-the-future-of-weight-management-0ccc2z

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