RELMalpha Protein: A Female Shield Against Obesity
Female mice are more resistant to obesity and inflammation compared to males due to a higher secretion of the immune protein RELMalpha, according to a study conducted at the University of California, Riverside. The study identified a crucial 'RELMalpha-eosinophil-macrophage axis' in females, offering potential novel therapies to combat obesity. The findings emphasize the importance of considering sex differences in tackling metabolic diseases and highlight RELMalpha as a promising therapeutic target.