Genetic Evidence Supporting Fibroblast Growth Factor 21 Signalling as a Pharmacological Target for Cardiometabolic Outcomes and Alzheimer’s Disease
Fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21) is a human metabolic hormone whose effects include modification of macronutrient preference and energy homeostasis. In animal models, FGF21 has been shown to have beneficial effects on cardiometabolic outcomes, Alzheimer’s disease risk and lifespan. In this study,...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-04-01
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Series: | Nutrients |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/5/1504 |