Weight gain/loss patterns may predict dementia risk
Dementia is a growing global public health concern currently affecting 50 million people and is expected to rise dramatically to more than 150 million...
Widely used weight-loss drug can protect heart, lower body fat
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...
Low glycemic diet could reduce blood sugar, cholesterol, weight in people with diabetes
A recent study from the University of Toronto found for people with diabetes, sticking to a low glycemic diet results in small but important...
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).
A...
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...