This cancer drug may promote weight loss
In a new study from Northwest A&F University, researchers found an anti-tumor drug promotes weight loss in mice at low doses by activating a...
Obesity may increase end-stage kidney disease risk in this people
In a new study from Nanjing University, researchers found obesity may negatively affect kidney function in people with type 2 diabetes, particularly in women.
Diabetic...
Getting more sleep reduces caloric intake, a game changer for weight loss
In a new study from the University of Chicago, researchers found the current obesity epidemic is mostly explained by an increase in caloric intake,...
Gastric balloon surgery and weight loss: what to know
Bariatric surgery helps people with severe obesity lose a lot of weight and improve their health.
Two common types of bariatric surgery are lap band...
This is the best weight loss option for people with diabetes
In a new study from Columbia University, researchers found bariatric surgery—either gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy—is recommended for people with type 2 diabetes and...
Should you mix intermittent fasting and exercise for weight loss?
Fans of intermittent fasting say consuming fewers calories by skipping meals helps lose weight and leads to other health benefits.
But what happens to your...
Men with high levels of body fat more likely to break bones, shows study
In a new study from the University of Chicago Medicine, researchers found that men with high levels of body fat have lower bone density...
How to lose weight and keep it off
A new Cal Poly study reveals the secret about how people lose weight and keep it off.
The steps include persevering despite setbacks, regularly looking...
Weight loss reduces the risk of colon cancer growth
In a new study, researchers found that overweight and obese people who lose weight may reduce their chances of developing colorectal adenoma—a type of...
How to lose weight effectively with cycling
Most people inherently know that keeping a healthy weight boils down to three things: eating healthy, eating less, and being active.
But in fact, doing...