Browning

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Browning (medical term)

Browning (/ˈbraʊnɪŋ/) is a medical term used to describe the process of adipose tissue turning from white to brown. This process is significant in the field of metabolism and obesity research.

Etymology

The term "browning" is derived from the color change that occurs in the adipose tissue during this process. The tissue turns from white to brown, hence the term "browning".

Process

Browning involves the transformation of white adipose tissue (WAT) into beige adipose tissue (BeAT) or brown adipose tissue (BAT). This process is induced by various factors, including cold exposure, exercise, and certain hormones and drugs. The browning of white adipose tissue is associated with increased thermogenesis, which can lead to weight loss and improved metabolic health.

Related Terms

  • Adipose tissue: A type of connective tissue that stores energy in the form of fat.
  • White adipose tissue (WAT): The most common type of adipose tissue in adults, which stores excess calories and releases them when energy is needed.
  • Brown adipose tissue (BAT): A type of adipose tissue that burns energy to generate heat, playing a key role in thermogenesis.
  • Beige adipose tissue (BeAT): A type of adipose tissue that has characteristics of both white and brown adipose tissue. It can be induced to behave more like brown adipose tissue under certain conditions, such as cold exposure or exercise.
  • Thermogenesis: The process of heat production in organisms, which can be stimulated by factors such as cold exposure, diet, and exercise.

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