Why weight loss surgery may prevent heart failure
A new study led by researchers from University College London (UCL) suggests that weight loss surgery can significantly improve heart health in people with...
Study shows heatstroke can cause heart disease and obesity
Heat injuries are becoming more common as global temperatures rise, with over 100,000 people treated for heat-related conditions in the U.S. each year.
While most...
What are the side effects of GLP-1 medications? A researcher explains
GLP-1 medications initially were used to help people with diabetes improve their insulin resistance and hunger cravings.
However, over the past few years, these medications...
Why muscles weaken when we get older
Many people assume that losing muscle strength is a natural part of aging. We often think our muscles simply wear out over time, leading...
Staying active can keep the mind sharp in older adults
For the first time, researchers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa have studied how work, volunteering, and leisure activities affect brain health in...
The link between sleep and dementia risk you need to know
Getting enough quality sleep is essential for brain health, and research has shown that poor sleep can increase the risk of developing dementia later...
How metabolic syndrome may influence Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) remains one of modern medicine’s biggest challenges, affecting millions worldwide. As a progressive brain disorder, it leads to memory loss and...
Lowering blood sugar along with weight loss can better prevent diabetes
People with prediabetes are often advised to lose weight to lower their risk of developing type 2 diabetes. However, a new study suggests that...
Obesity and medication: When does bodyweight matter?
How can we best treat infectious diseases in people with obesity? Hospital pharmacist and Ph.D. researcher Koen van Rhee studied how obesity affects blood...
New drug may help boost weight loss and liver health
Scientists from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio have discovered a new drug that could help people lose weight and...