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Sugar, Alcohol Preferences Regulated by Hormone in Liver

New research showing that a liver hormone regulates certain food and alcohol preferences raises the possibility of new ways to eventually treat diet imbalances and alcoholism.

by John Reynolds

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New research showing that a liver hormone regulates certain food and alcohol preferences raises the possibility of new ways to eventually treat diet imbalances and alcoholism, according to UT Southwestern’s Dr. Steven Kliewer, senior author of the study. (UPI)

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