Diabetes and obesity are two highly prevalent chronic illnesses within today’s society, projected to cause millions of fatalities annually. This video will take you through an overview of these conditions, including a discussion of the pathology and symptoms, with a major focus on brown fat and its potential as a treatment option in the foreseeable future.

This video was made by McMaster students Aniqa Chaudhry, Mohammad Farzbod, and Danial Aminaei in collaboration with the McMaster Demystifying Medicine Program.

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This video is provided for general and educational information only. Please consult your health care provider for Information about your health.

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