Olive oil fat linked to obesity risk, study shows
A new study published in Cell Reports suggests that a high-fat diet rich in oleic acid—a major fatty acid found in olive oil—may increase...
Obesity raises colon cancer risk by 50%, study finds
Colorectal cancer is one of the top causes of cancer-related deaths around the world. While age and family history are well-known risk factors, researchers...
This ‘exercise pill’ might help people lose weight without working out
In today’s busy world, many people find it hard to make time for exercise. Now, scientists may have discovered a way to help people...
Healthy diets can improve health even without weight loss, study finds
A new international study led by researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Ben Gurion University in Israel has found...
This drug can treat diabetes and obesity much better
A new research review presented at a major diabetes conference in Europe has found that a drug called Tirzepatide works better than another popular...
Osteoarthritis may strongly increase risks of serious chronic diseases
Osteoarthritis is a common condition where the protective cartilage between bones wears down over time, often leading to joint pain and stiffness.
While it’s long...
New drugs could help treat obesity, diabetes—and even addiction
Obesity and type 2 diabetes continue to affect millions of people worldwide, often leading to serious health issues like heart disease and stroke.
While bariatric...
Waist-to-height ratio may better predict heart failure risk than BMI, study finds
A new study presented at Heart Failure 2025, a scientific congress of the European Society of Cardiology, has found that the waist-to-height ratio (WtHR) is...
How a high-fat diet affects the body—and how antioxidants might help
Eating too much fat doesn’t just lead to weight gain. It can also increase the risk of diseases like diabetes.
Scientists have long known this,...
Sustained weight loss in midlife can help you live longer
A long-term study led by researchers at the University of Helsinki has found that overweight adults who lose a modest amount of weight in...