Treating fatty liver disease by shrinking the stomach
Have you heard of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)? This liver condition is becoming more common, especially among people who are overweight.
Now, researchers from...
Deaf weight wise: A weight loss program made for the deaf, by the deaf
a specialized weight loss program called Deaf Weight Wise is making a difference. This program was created by Deaf people for Deaf people.
Telephone-based weight loss program can help people with breast cancer lose weight
In a new clinical trial, a telephone-based weight loss program has demonstrated effectiveness in helping patients with breast cancer who are overweight or obese...
Scientists make a breakthrough in battling obesity
Did you know that over 40% of Americans are overweight? That's almost half of the population! And it's not just about looks.
Being overweight can...
Weight cycling may increase diabetes risk, study finds
Most people regain their lost weight within a few years. This process, known as weight cycling, can increase the risk of diabetes more than obesity itself.
How leaky gut bacteria drives obesity: A new study
Scientists at Nottingham Trent University have made an important discovery about how bacteria in our guts can affect obesity.
They found that small parts of...
Weight loss prior to heart procedure improves outcomes in overweight people
A new clinical trial led by researchers at UHealth—the University of Miami Health System and the Miller School of Medicine found that overweight and...
Too much food imagery may suppress appetite: New study
We've all seen pictures of mouth-watering dishes on social media or news sites.
While these images are typically used to make us crave certain foods,...
Unseen risk: Muscle fat ups the chances of health problems and early death
We all know fat. It's the stuff that sits around our bellies and we try to lose at the gym.
But there's another type of...
A fresh look at cryostimulation for weight loss
Unpacking Cryostimulation
Have you heard about cryostimulation before? It's a treatment where your body is exposed to extremely cold temperatures for a short time.
Think of...