Surgery or weight-loss drugs? A bariatric surgeon weighs in
With over 40% of Americans classified as obese, the need for effective long-term weight-loss solutions is greater than ever.
Obesity can lead to serious health...
Popular weight loss drugs could protect kidneys and heart
A major new study has shown that a group of drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists offer strong protection for both the kidneys and the...
This new drug shows promise for treating obesity
Obesity is a major health problem all over the world. It increases the risk of many serious diseases, including heart problems and diabetes. Despite...
This therapy can boost weight loss in middle-aged women
A new study shows that using tirzepatide together with menopause hormone therapy can lead to greater weight loss in postmenopausal women who are overweight...
Study shows the real cause of obesity
A new study from Duke University challenges the popular belief that people are gaining weight because they are becoming less active.
Researchers found that in...
New diabetes drug works faster for blood sugar and weight loss
A new study has found that a diabetes medicine called tirzepatide can help people lower their blood sugar and lose weight faster than other...
Can Ozempic quiet the urge to binge eat? What we know so far
Drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro are becoming increasingly popular for treating obesity and type 2 diabetes.
These medications belong to a group called GLP-1 agonists,...
Popular weight loss drug may increase vision loss risk
A new study from Mass Eye and Ear suggests that people taking semaglutide, a drug sold as Ozempic and Wegovy, may have a higher...
New drug could offer hope for treating obesity without diet or exercise
Obesity is a serious global health problem that raises the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and some types of cancer. Yet, there are still...
New obesity drug may slow breast cancer growth
A new study has found that a drug used for treating obesity and type 2 diabetes may also help slow the growth of breast...