Shift work linked to overeating and higher illness risks
Monash University has led research showing that shift workers who rotate shifts tend to eat more junk food, and fewer nutritious foods, and have...
Death risk in obesity has remained the highest of all diseases, study finds
The rates of all metabolic diseases have increased globally between 2000 and 2019.These diseases are linked to obesity, insulin resistance, glucose, and lipid metabolism, inflammation, and cytokines.
Sugary drinks can cause weight gain, new evidence shows
In a study from the University of Toronto and Harvard University, scientists found that sugar-sweetened beverages promote weight gain in children and adults.
The review...
Getting better sleep may help you stick to a weight-loss plan
In a study from the University of Pittsburgh, scientists found that getting better sleep at night may help you stick to a weight-loss plan.
Eating healthy is the key to maintaining weight loss
Shedding excess pounds is challenging, but it is only half the weight loss journey.
After reaching a goal weight, patients must commit to healthy eating...
Onions may reduce body fat in overweight people
Scientists found that onions may help reduce body fat and improve metabolic health in overweight people.
A low-fat vegan diet may protect health in obese and overweight people
In a study from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, scientists found that a vegan diet improves diet quality, leading to decreased weight and...
Obesity drugs and lifestyle change can bring long-lasting weight loss
Overweight and obese people maintained an average weight loss of 10.6% over 3 to 5 years with a program of lifestyle changes in combination with anti-obesity medications.
Whole grains may protect your blood pressure, blood sugar, waist size
Scientists from Tufts University recently found that middle-aged and older people who ate at least three servings of whole grains every day had smaller...
A low-fat vegan diet may improve health in overweight and obese people
In a study from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, scientists found that a vegan diet improves diet quality, leading to decreased weight and...