Will drinking hot water help me lose weight, clear my skin or treat cramps

You may have noticed an unexpected wellness trend gaining traction online. People are claiming a daily cup of hot water (with nothing else in it)...

New gut-based compound could help reduce fat absorption and support weight loss

Scientists in Singapore have developed a new oral compound designed to help people manage their weight by reducing how much dietary fat the body...

Caffeine could help reduce body fat and diabetes risk

Scientists from Karolinska Institutet and other institutions have found that higher levels of caffeine in the body may help reduce body fat and lower...

Why many people stick with Ozempic for weight loss—even when it makes them nauseous

A new study suggests that people taking semaglutide for weight loss, including the brand Ozempic, are often willing to tolerate unpleasant side effects if...

Body weight and inflammation could shape your brain health after 50, study finds

As we grow older, many changes take place in the body. One of them is a slow rise in inflammation. This ongoing, low-level inflammation—sometimes called...

Weight loss drugs work fast but with big nutrition risks

Newer weight loss medications have helped many people lose a large amount of weight in a short time. Drugs such as semaglutide and tirzepatide have...

12-week vegan diet linked to weight loss and improved blood sugar levels

A 12-week vegan diet can lead to meaningful weight loss and modest improvements in blood sugar control in overweight adults and people with type...

This hidden body fat may be shrinking your brain

Obesity is usually discussed in terms of body weight or body mass index, often shortened to BMI. For many years, doctors have relied on...

A surprising old drug may fight against obesity effectively

Obesity has become one of the most serious health challenges in the modern world. Severe obesity greatly increases the risk of heart disease, type...

‘Yo-yo dieting’ may quietly harm women’s metabolism

Many people try to lose weight more than once in their lives. They diet, lose weight, then slowly gain it back. This pattern is...