Weight loss surgery can offer much more than a healthy weight
In a study from the University of Pittsburgh, scientists found improvements in pain, physical function and work productivity largely endure for at least seven...
Ultra-processed food causes weight gain – firm evidence at last
We know we should eat less junk food, such as crisps, industrially made pizzas, and sugar-sweetened drinks, because of their high-calorie content.
These “ultra-processed” foods,...
17 surprising things determine how long older people will live
In a study from Duke Health, scientists found the life expectancy of older people relies less on their specific disease diagnoses and more on...
Regularly exercising with weights may lower death risk
In a study from National Cancer Institute, scientists found regularly exercising with weights is linked to a lower risk of death from any cause,...
Weight loss beneficial for people with obesity, but not for the lean
In a study from Harvard University, scientists found intentionally losing weight can bring long-term health benefits for individuals with obesity, regardless of the method...
Sleep is good for your heart, researchers suggest
Sleep isn't just a way to pass the time. It's essential to health, right through to your heart.
This June, the American Heart Association (AHA)...
Eating a high-fat diet for a long time increases waistline and shrinks brain
In a study from the University of South Australia, scientists found that fatty foods may not only be adding to your waistline but also...
Healthy overweight people may have higher risk for chronic kidney disease
In a study from Koc University, scientists found metabolically healthy overweight and obese individuals may have an increased risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD).
CKD...
Drinking coffee is linked to increased longevity, shows study
In a study from the Baker Heart and Diabetes Research Institute, scientists found drinking two to three cups of coffee a day is linked...
COVID-19 virus can infect fat tissue, shows Stanford study
The findings could explain why obese people have a higher risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection and are more likely to progress to severe disease and...