Heart disease risk lowered by 20% in people with no diabetes or obesity

In a groundbreaking study, scientists have discovered that a medication called semaglutide can significantly improve heart health in people who are overweight or obese,...

Exercise is a key to combat obesity-induced cognitive decline

Obesity, a prevalent health concern worldwide, is not only a major risk factor for cardiovascular and metabolic diseases but also for neurodegenerative conditions, including...

Can imperfect diet tracking harm your weight loss?

A study conducted by researchers from UConn, the University of Florida, and the University of Pennsylvania, and published in Obesity, provides new insights into...

Night shift workers need to take care of body weight and metabolic health

A Monash University-led review emphasizes the need for targeted workplace policies to help night shift workers manage weight and metabolic health, addressing the unique...

How body weight change over time affects health in older people

A recent study conducted by researchers from SCHARR has delved into the relationship between changes in Body Mass Index (BMI) and health outcomes as...

Metabolically healthy obesity: is it really healthy?

At the Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), Professor Matthias Blüher discussed the concept of "metabolically healthy obesity"...

Hearing loss may strongly affect body weight in older people

A new study from the University of Oulu in Finland offers fresh insights into the health implications of environmental noise. Long-term exposure to noise, particularly...

How to achieve healthy weight loss

Rapid weight loss might seem appealing, but experts warn that it's neither sustainable nor healthy. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend a...

Common drug shows promise in reducing obesity, fatty liver, and heart problems

A groundbreaking study from Johns Hopkins Medicine has revealed that a drug initially created for Alzheimer's and schizophrenia could be a game-changer in treating...

The volumetrics diet is a top-ranked plan for healthy weight loss

The Volumetrics diet has consistently garnered attention in the U.S. News & World Report's annual rankings, emerging as a top choice in various categories...