Scientists find new drug to treat both obesity and heart disease
Obesity is a major health issue in the United States, with over 40% of the population classified as obese, according to the U.S. Centers...
Regular dog walking strongly benefit health in older adults
New research from The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA) at Trinity College Dublin reveals that regular dog walking offers significant benefits for older...
How obesity, diabetes, and heart disease are linked in seniors
As we age, our bodies change, and maintaining good health becomes even more important. For many seniors, obesity and diabetes are significant health challenges...
Tips to prevent muscle loss as you age
As we get older, maintaining muscle strength and size becomes more challenging.
Starting around the age of 30, people begin to lose muscle mass at...
Benefits and risks of popular weight-loss drugs
The demand for weight-loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro has surged, with a recent study estimating that one in eight Americans has used...
Research shows a big hidden cause of obesity crisis
Obesity has become a worldwide issue, with rates tripling since 1975, according to the World Health Organization.
While unhealthy diets and sedentary lifestyles are often...
Obesity is not solely defined by BMI, study shows
Experts worldwide are suggesting a new approach to define and diagnose obesity, aiming to improve how we identify people who need help with health...
How obesity increases cancer risk
Obesity is a growing global health issue linked to a higher risk of many cancers.
A detailed review published in Frontiers of Medicine explores the biological pathways...
Scientists find new cause of obesity in the brain
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have identified a gene called OTP that plays a critical role in controlling hunger and body weight.
This discovery,...
Sedentary jobs and irregular hours may harm sleep
A new study highlights a troubling link between sedentary jobs and poor sleep health, revealing that modern work environments may be contributing to a...