Obesity may limit some heart disease drugs’ effectiveness
In a new study, researchers found that heart drugs used to treat irregular heartbeat are less effective in patients who are obese.
The research was...
This exercise could protect bone health in older people with obesity
Successful weight loss approaches in older adults with obesity can, unfortunately, lead to bone loss and an increased risk of fractures.
In a new study,...
This diet may help you lose weight, balance blood sugar
In a new study, researchers found that a diet that follows the body clock may help with weight loss and blood sugar balance.
This diet...
Eating more protein in your holiday diet may help lose weight, gain muscles
While some diets load up on protein and other diets dictate protein sources, it can be hard to know what to consume while managing...
Common gum disease linked to obesity
Obesity and gum (periodontal) disease are among the most common diseases in the United States.
In a new study, researchers found that these chronic conditions...
Scientists find new way to accelerate weight loss
In a new study, researchers found that the brain mechanism that enables us to maintain a constant body temperature may also be the key...
The most effective weight-loss method only needs 15 minutes a day
In a new study, researchers found that the single best predictor of weight loss success is monitoring and recording calorie and fat intake throughout...
Obesity could cause the most common type of irregular heartbeat
Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib, is the most common type of irregular heartbeat, and it is associated with increased mortality.
Previous research has identified...
Obesity and smoking may harm bone health, impact fracture healing
Both obesity and smoking can have negative effects on bone health.
In a new study, researchers found the two things may also impact healing in...
Weight loss may harm hip bone health in older people
In a new study, researchers found that obese and overweight older people who lose weight have a lower bone mineral density in their hips.
The...