This healthy diet may counter the harmful effects of obesity
In a new study, researchers found a healthy quality Mediterranean-like diet could change the link between obesity and heart-disease-related death.
The research was conducted by...
Why people with obesity and diabetes more likely to have severe COVID-19
In a new review study, researchers found that COVID-19 works with bacteria to increase disease severity in obesity and diabetes.
The combined effects of the...
This surgery could benefit people with high blood pressure
In a new study, researchers found metabolic surgeries, such as gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgery, are not only effective for treating Type 2...
Two common wholegrain foods may reduce liver inflammation and weight gain
In a recent study at the University of Eastern Finland and elsewhere, researchers found eating dietary fiber from oat and rye brans could support...
Herb supplements may not help you lose weight, study shows
In a new study, researchers have conducted the first global review of herbal medicines for weight loss in 19 years, finding insufficient evidence to...
Strong early weight loss can lead to longer-term success
In a new study, researchers found that a stronger start in the first three weeks of a diet is linked to greater weight loss...
Fatter legs linked to lower risk of high blood pressure
In a new study, researchers found adults with fatter legs — meaning they have a higher percentage of total body fat tissue in their...
These popular fad diets may boost heart health and weight loss in short-term
In a new study, researchers found trendy ketogenic and intermittent fasting diets do seem to help people lose weight in the short-term and may...
Clear evidence shows more serious COVID-19 disease in people with obesity
In a new study, researchers found a clear link between obesity and the severity of COVID-19 disease.
They reported French data from the earlier part...
Scientists find the cause of higher COVID-19 death rate in obese people
In a new study, researchers found that there are overlaps between the immunological disturbances in both COVID-19 disease and patients with obesity.
This finding could...