Weight Loss

Obesity strongly increases heart failure risk in these women

Scientists from the University of California Davis found that obesity strongly increased heart failure risk among women who experienced late menopause—at age 55 or...

Why diet drinks make you gain more weight

Scientists from Johns Hopkins found that overweight and obese adults who drink diet beverages take in more calories from solid foods—especially snacks—than those who...

Obesity can boost your risk of asthma

Scientists from Rutgers University found that obesity changes how airway muscles function, which increases the risk of developing asthma. The research is published in the Journal...

Scientists find a new way to treat obesity

When dieting and exercise aren't enough, weight-loss surgery can be an effective obesity treatment. Scientists from the University of Ulsan found people who don't want...

Overweight people need weight loss before treating this heart problem

Scientists from Gentofte University Hospital found overweight patients with atrial fibrillation are more likely to experience a return of the heart rhythm disorder after...

4 big signs of metabolic syndrome

Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions that together raise your risk of coronary heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and other serious health problems. Metabolic syndrome...

The keto diet for weight loss: Pros and cons

Scientists from the University of Alberta reviewed the pros and cons of the keto diet, a popular diet for weight loss. The study is published...

Low-gluten, high-fiber diet may help you lose weight

Scientists from the University of Copenhagen found that eating a low-gluten, high-fiber diet changes bacteria in the gut, decreases gastrointestinal discomfort such as bloating...

Type 2 diabetes remission is possible for these people

Scientists found that remission from type 2 diabetes is possible for people with lower BMIs. They found that remission of type 2 diabetes is possible...

How to treat metabolic syndrome effectively

Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions that together raise your risk of coronary heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and other serious health problems. Metabolic...