Common weight-loss drugs cause too much muscle loss in older adults and women
A popular weight-loss drug called semaglutide may work well for shedding pounds, but researchers are now warning that it might cause some people—especially older...
New pill may help people lose weight without diet or exercise
Obesity is one of the biggest health problems in the world today. It can lead to serious illnesses like heart disease, type 2 diabetes,...
Cholesterol drugs bring heart benefits but may harm lungs, brain and body weight
Doctors often give people medicine to lower their cholesterol, especially as they get older. These drugs help reduce the risk of heart disease, high...
This popular cooking oil is fueling obesity in the U.S.
Soybean oil is the most commonly used cooking oil in the United States. You’ll find it in countless processed foods, from salad dressings to...
How gut bacteria may hold the key to fighting obesity and diabetes
Scientists at Harvard University have discovered a group of tiny chemical compounds, called metabolites, that travel from the intestine to the liver and then...
This weight loss drug can help prevent heart disease
A major new study has found that a drug called semaglutide can greatly improve heart health in people who are overweight or obese—even if...
New pill shows powerful weight loss results
A new once-daily weight loss pill developed by Novo Nordisk has shown strong results in helping people with obesity lose weight.
The pill contains 25...
New oral pill could be a game-changer for weight loss and diabetes management
A new pill called orforglipron might help adults with obesity and type 2 diabetes lose weight and improve their blood sugar levels.
This news comes...
Dangerous body fat you can’t see may be harming your heart
A large new study from McMaster University has revealed that fat stored deep in the body, such as around the organs and in the...
Depression drug may cause long-term weight gain, study warns
A new study has found that people who take antidepressants are more likely to gain weight over time. In fact, those who take these...