This uncommon weight loss surgery better reduces diabetes
For people with obesity, a procedure rarely performed in the US more effectively eliminates type 2 diabetes than Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, a small study...
‘Tummy tuck’ may strongly benefit people with obesity
In a new study, researchers found tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty) yields high patient satisfaction and improved quality of life in patients who are overweight...
Obesity may offer a survival benefit to people with heart failure
In a new study, researchers found while obesity increases the chances of heart failure, for those with heart failure it may confer a survival...
This behavior may lead to overeating and weight gain
In a new study, researchers found that people are not very good at judging the energy-density of what they consume.
Inaccurate judgments about food energy...
Scientists find new way to treat high blood pressure in obese people
There's no question that as body weight increases, so too does blood pressure.
In a new study, researchers have identified what may be a new...
Scientists now have a new therapy for obesity
In a new study, researchers have developed a new therapy against excessive weight.
They found virtual reality (VR) could positively affect the body perception of...
Eating this food everyday may help prevent weight gain and obesity
In a new study, researchers found increasing nut consumption by just half a serving (14 g or ½ oz) a day is linked to...
Obesity linked to abnormal bowel habits—not diet
In a new study, researchers found a strong link between obesity and chronic diarrhea.
The link is independent of an individual's dietary, lifestyle, psychological factors...
Want to lose weight effectively? Sign a contract with yourself
In a new study, researchers found people who sign a contract committing themselves to work out are more likely to meet their weight loss...
This popular ingredient in food may increase your diabetes and obesity risk
Food ingredient propionate is widely used in baked goods, animal feeds, and artificial flavorings.
It is a naturally occurring short-chain fatty acid that helps prevents...