Weight loss surgery may reduce risk of colorectal cancer
In a new review study, researchers found that weight loss surgery may reduce the risk of developing colorectal cancer by one-third.
The research was conducted...
Lower BMI means lower diabetes risk, even in non-obese people
In a new study, researchers found that lower body mass index (BMI) is consistently linked to reduced type 2 diabetes risk, among people with...
These 3 diets may help lose weight, lower blood pressure and blood sugar
In a new study, researchers found that there were some weight loss and health benefits for overweight adults who followed the Mediterranean, Intermittent Fasting...
Traditional Chinese herb may help treat obesity
Overweight and obesity have become a severe public health problem around the world.
Current anti-obesity strategies are mainly aimed at restricting calorie intake and absorption.
In...
Belly fat linked to repeated heart attacks
In a new study, researchers found that heart attack survivors who carry excess fat around their waist are at increased risk of another heart...
Weekend ‘eating jet lag’ may increase obesity risk
In a new study, researchers found that irregularity in eating schedules during the weekend, which they call "eating jet lag," could be related to...
Surgical and non-surgical options for weight loss: Which is the best?
Losing weight may not be easy, but there are many options available to help with the journey.
People often start the weight loss process by...
Obesity, heart disease, and diabetes may be transmissible between people
In a new study, researchers found that many diseases may be transmissible between people through microbes (including bacteria, fungi, and viruses) that live in...
This common mistake may lead to overeating and weight gain
A recent study from the University of Otago and elsewhere found that people are not very good at judging the energy-density of what they...
Scientists develop new way to treat type 2 diabetes, obesity
Gastric bypass surgery is a highly effective treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes.
However, very few eligible patients, only around 1%, are offered surgery...