Eating milk chocolate in the morning boosts fat metabolism: study

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Not rendering correctly? View this email as a web page here. July 1, 2021 Advertisement Editorial: Labs, Leaks, and Liability By Bob Grant The resurfaced conversation surrounding the idea that SARS-CoV-2 might have leaked from a lab in Wuhan, China, represents an opportunity to reexamine the confluence of science, politics, and public discourse. Q&A: Eating Milk Chocolate in the Morning Boosts Fat Metabolism By Amanda Heidt A study of 19 postmenopausal women found that eating a bar of chocolate in the morning affected their bodies differently than eating it at night, but neither led to weight gain. Advertisement China Is Malaria-Free, Says World Health Organization By Stephanie Melchor The certification, a major accomplishment for the world's most populous nation, may serve as an example to other countries struggling with malaria eradication. ICYMI: Signs of Ancient Microbial Life Abundant in Earth's Crust By Catherine Offord Researchers report chemical and molecular signatures of microbial activity from millions of years ago in mineral samples from abandoned mines in Sweden and nearby countries. Multimedia Join Us for the Next The Scientist Book Club Discussion! By The Scientist Staff Chelsea Wald's Pipe Dreams daringly profiles the growing army of scientists, engineers, philanthropists, entrepreneurs, and activists worldwide who are overcoming their aversions and focusing their formidable skills on making toilets accessible and healthier for all. Join us on August 20 to discuss the book with Wald and our book club community. Advertisement Sponsored Resources High-Throughput Phenotypic Assays With hiPSC-Derived Neural Cells By The Scientist Creative Services Team Functional Profiling of Immune Cells Uncovers Targetable Mechanisms Underlying Lung Inflammation in Severe COVID-19 Disease By The Scientist Creative Services Team Advertisement   Never miss an email from The Scientist. Click here to add The Scientist to your safe-sender list. The Scientist, 1000 N West Street, Suite 1200,  Wilmington, Delaware, United States, 19801   Toll-Free: (888) 781-0328 | Phone: (705) 528-6888 Email: privacy@labxmediagroup.com www.the-scientist.com You received this email because you are subscribed to The Scientist Daily from The Scientist. Click to Unsubscribe | View Privacy Policy Stop receiving email from The Scientist