descriptive
PGC-1alpha helps control how the body uses sugar and fat for energy
Scientific Claim
PGC-1alpha participates in the regulation of both carbohydrate and lipid metabolism
Original Statement
“it participates in the regulation of both carbohydrate and lipid metabolism”
Evidence Quality Assessment
Claim Status
appropriately stated
Study Design Support
Design supports claim
Appropriate Language Strength
definitive
Can make definitive causal claims
Assessment Explanation
This is a well-established function of PGC-1alpha that has been demonstrated in multiple studies. The study correctly states this relationship without implying causation beyond what is known.
Evidence from Studies
Supporting (1)
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0
PGC-1alpha: a key regulator of energy metabolism
Narrative Review
2006 DecContradicting (0)
0
No contradicting evidence found