Being male or overweight can lead to more serious COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that being male or obese reduces the chance of survival from severe coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
The findings come from...
Early obesity linked to dangerous blood clots in men
In a new study, researchers found that Men with a history of obesity in their late teens are, in adult life, more at risk...
This cancer-fighting compound could fight diabetes and obesity
Obesity affects 40% of adults in the United States, resulting in health conditions that include heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and...
People with brown fat may burn 15% more calories
In a new study, researchers found that short-term cold exposure may help people with brown fat burn 15% more calories than those without.
The research was conducted by a team at the Medical...
High blood pressure, diabetes, obesity common in COVID-19 patients in U.S.
In a new study, researchers found that the most common comorbidities among patients hospitalized with COVID-19 in the New York City area are high...
This type of olive oil may help reduce obesity
In a new study, researchers have confirmed that orujo (pomace) olive oil (POCTA), when introduced into the diet, could lead to a big reduction...
Obesity may cause sleep loss, new study shows
Can staying up late make you fat?
A growing body of research has suggested that poor sleep quality is linked to an increased risk of...
Obesity is a driver of pancreatic cancer, new study shows
Pancreatic cancer is expected to become the second-deadliest cancer in the United States by 2030, driven in part by rising obesity rates.
In a new...
Obesity is a key risk factor for type 2 diabetes, regardless of genetics
In a new study, researchers found that obesity increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by at least 6 times, regardless of genetic...
Obesity may increase your risk of severe COVID-19
In two new studies, researchers found that obesity may put even younger people at higher risk of more severe COVID-19 and increase the death...