Promising pill offers new hope for type 2 diabetes and obesity
Type 2 diabetes and obesity affect millions of individuals worldwide, and effective treatments often come with risks and high costs.
However, researchers at the University...
Chronic kidney disease affects body weight after weight loss surgery
A recent study published in Obesity Surgery sheds light on the influence of early-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) on weight loss outcomes following bariatric...
Obesity may reduce effectiveness of hormonal drugs in breast cancer
Breast cancer survivors often take hormonal drugs as part of their post-treatment regimen to reduce the risk of cancer recurrence.
These drugs can be particularly...
Fruit sugar plays a big role in weight gain in obesity
For years, the obesity epidemic has baffled researchers and healthcare experts, leading to debates over the primary cause. Is it excessive calorie intake?
Specific foods...
Drug tirzepatide can be a breakthrough in weight loss treatment
Tirzepatide, a novel drug developed by Eli Lilly & Company, has demonstrated remarkable effectiveness in aiding weight loss among individuals who have previously undergone...
Research shows big contributors of obesity
Since 1975, the number of obese individuals worldwide has nearly tripled, according to alarming statistics from the World Health Organization (WHO). This concerning trend...
Can coffee help you avoid weight gain? Here’s what the science says
Coffee is well recognised as having a positive impact on long-term health.
Drinking the equivalent of three to four cups of instant coffee a day...
Scientists find why obesity could cause inflammation
The Important Role of Fat
Fat is not just an energy storage in our bodies; it plays vital roles in hormone production and other essential...
What is the OMAD diet? Is one meal a day actually good for weight...
What do British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and singer Bruce Springsteen have in common?
They’re among an ever-growing group of public figures touting the benefits...
Obese elderly more likely to have poor sleep, lower muscle strength, and worse mental...
In the scenario of globally ageing populations, a study from the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil, published in Scientific Reports, signals alarming...