Newest type 2 diabetes drug reduces blood sugar and body weight faster
Previously, a study showed that the drug tirzepatide lowers blood sugar and supports weight loss better than other drugs for type 2 diabetes (T2D).
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People with overweight or obesity often don’t recognize their weight problems
Scientists found that more than 40% of U.S. adults overweight and nearly 10% with obesity did not consider themselves to be overweight.
Common diabetes drug can lead to better weight loss
In a study from the University at Buffalo, scientists found that people with Type 2 diabetes who were prescribed SGLT2 inhibitors lost more weight...
Oranges may hold the key to reducing obesity and diabetes
A recent study from Western University found a molecule in sweet oranges and tangerines called nobiletin may help reduce obesity and prevent diabetes and...
Whole grains may protect your blood pressure, blood sugar, waist size
A recent study from Tufts University found that middle- to older-aged adults who ate at least three servings of whole grains daily had smaller...
Common weight-loss drug can lower body fat, protect heart health
A recent study from UT Southwestern found a commonly prescribed weight-loss drug called liraglutide could benefit heart health.
In people who are overweight or have...
Healthy weight control: Balancing eating and exercise
Keeping off weight during the holiday season can be tough. But there are many reasons to maintain a healthy weight all year round.
A healthy...
Overweight women may be at highest risk of long COVID, shows study
In a new study, we found that women who are overweight are at the highest risk of developing long COVID.
Light alcohol drinking may still increase risk of obesity, metabolic syndrome
Drinking more than half a standard alcoholic drink a day is linked to an increased risk of obesity and metabolic syndrome.
Overweight women most likely to suffer long COVID
Long COVID is a complex condition that develops during or after having COVID, and it is classified as such when symptoms continue for more...