Blueberry Compound Boosts Muscle Fat Burning | Science News

Scientists in Japan have uncovered a blueberry and grape compound called pterostilbene that may help muscle cells burn excess fat by stabilizing a key protein, PPAR-delta. Unlike other compounds that block fat entry, pterostilbene boosts fat breakdown without stopping fat from entering cells—instead, it keeps the fat-burning protein active longer, turning up genes that manage energy use. While lab tests on mouse cells show promising results, this early-stage research needs more testing in animals and humans before it can become a real dietary solution for muscle fat buildup and metabolic health. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3a871e95db25ccb2