Metabolic surgery can be a lifesaver for people with heart disease
You've probably heard of weight-loss surgery, also known as metabolic or bariatric surgery. It's a big step, mainly considered by people who have tried...
Are the newest weight loss drugs too good to be true?
With three-quarters of Americans obese or overweight, interest in weight-loss treatments is at an all-time high.
Three injectable medications have dominated the spotlight of late:...
Weight loss is the key for managing type 2 diabetes, study finds
New research from the University of Alabama at Birmingham suggests that for people with type 2 diabetes (T2D), the focus should be on overall...
Exercise stress test reveals more than just heart health, study finds
The treadmill exercise test with an electrocardiogram (ECG), commonly known as an exercise stress test, is a standard way to check for heart problems.
But...
Scientists find new connection between sleep apnea and Alzheimer’s disease
A recent study, published in Neurology, has highlighted a link between sleep apnea and brain volume in areas related to Alzheimer's disease.
This adds to...
Why sipping is bad for your tooth health
If you think sugar, soda, and sticky sweets are bad for your teeth, you're right. But there's something even worse: sipping.
Think about that coffee...
Sleep pills could reduce Alzheimer’s proteins in brain, study finds
A groundbreaking study led by researchers from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis offers a glimmer of hope in the battle against...
Dental health suffers in weight loss surgery patients, says study
Have you ever thought about the connection between weight loss and dental health?
It might seem unrelated, but a recent study from Brazil has found...
Better sleep could be the key to fighting opioid addiction, says new study
Opioids, like oxycodone, are drugs often used to manage pain but come with the heavy risk of addiction.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease...
Vegan diet outperforms Mediterranean diet in weight loss and heart health, study finds
A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition reveals that a low-fat vegan diet is more effective than a...