Just one workout a week may help reduce belly fat
A new study from researchers at the University of Hong Kong suggests that people with excess belly fat may not need to exercise several...
Scientists found the age when physical decline begins
A remarkable long-term study from Sweden has revealed an important truth about aging and the human body.
Researchers discovered that physical performance, including fitness, strength,...
Popular weight-loss drug helps older adults lose significant weight
Obesity is becoming an increasingly serious health problem around the world, especially among older adults.
As people age, carrying excess body weight can place extra...
Gut may hold the key to diabetes recovery after weight-loss surgery
Weight-loss surgery has become one of the most effective treatments for severe obesity and type 2 diabetes. Many people who undergo these operations lose...
One simple pill may help people sleep better and protect heart health
Your heart never gets a break. Every second of the day and night, it keeps pumping blood through your body to carry oxygen and...
Why restaurant meals could make the world gain weight faster than ever
A huge international study has found that people who eat meals prepared outside the home are more likely to become overweight or obese, no...
This drug may help older people fight obesity and improve heart health
Obesity is no longer seen as only a problem of middle age. In many countries, especially wealthier nations, a large number of adults over...
Why belly fat could be dangerous for your memory and brain
As people grow older, many worry about memory loss and diseases such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Scientists around the world are searching for...
New pill may offer easier treatment for sleep apnea without a mask
A recent study suggests that people with obstructive sleep apnea may one day be able to treat their condition with a pill instead of...
Hidden belly fat may be aging your brain faster, scientists warn
Many people focus on body weight when thinking about health. Doctors often encourage people to lose weight to lower the risk of heart disease,...