Intermittent fasting is not only a useful tool for weight loss, it’s also shown to have many benefits for metabolic health—independent of weight loss. Yet many people may find intermittent fasting to be a challenge, […]
Weight-loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro have attracted widespread attention, making headlines across pop culture and scientific sectors alike. But it appears that hearing about these medications is a lot easier than actually […]
Innovative weight-loss drugs burst onto the scene about 10 years ago, promising a healthier, slimmer world. The downside, however, is that these drugs lead to a decline in muscle mass.This article was originally published on […]
Body Mass Index, or BMI, is a number that reflects the relationship between your height and weight. It’s widely used in health care and public health to categorize body size and estimate potential risk for […]
More than 2.5 billion adults worldwide are overweight or obese. Many develop type 2 diabetes (T2D) and other complications. Bariatric surgery is an effective treatment option for significantly reducing weight and reducing the risk of […]
More than 2.5 billion adults worldwide are currently overweight or obese, according to estimates from the World Health Organization. This staggering number highlights a growing global health crisis. Obesity isn’t just about weight—it’s a powerful […]
Drugs that bind to and activate the receptors for the hormones GLP-1 and GIP are effective in the treatment of obesity and diabetes. Surprisingly, active substances are currently being developed that not only activate the […]
New research suggests that lycopene, which gives fruits like tomatoes and watermelons their bright red color, supports healthy liver functioning and may help prevent weight gain. Researchers will present their work this week at the […]
In the past 20 years, the average rate of obesity among adults in the United States has risen by approximately 30%, but the rate of those with the most severe forms of obesity, or those […]
Between 1990 and 2017 the global deaths attributed to high body mass index more than doubled from 2.2 million to 4.7 million people. Obesity levels also track closely with type 2 diabetes, where the figure […]
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