Air pollution during pregnancy shows varying effects by region
In the journal JAMA Network Open, ECHO Cohort Consortium researchers reported a negative association between weekly prenatal exposure to fine particulate air pollution and birth weight.
Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms: News and Research on Body Weight
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Foods with healthy-sounding buzzwords could be hiding added sugar in plain sight
Many consumers feel pride in avoiding the glazed pastries in the supermarket and instead opting for "all natural" granola that comes packed with extra protein. Same goes for low-fat yogurts "made with real fruit," organic ...
Dec 28, 2025
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Key enzyme controls both weight gain and cholesterol levels in animal models
Obesity is a global epidemic and a major cause of morbidity and mortality because it increases the risk for comorbidities, including heart disease and fatty liver disease (MASLD). Rates of these disorders have risen as the ...
Dec 24, 2025
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Novo Nordisk says US approves first GLP-1 pill for weight loss
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk announced Monday the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had approved its popular GLP-1 anti-obesity drug Wegovy to be administered in pill form for weight loss.
Dec 23, 2025
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Study finds 40% of GLP-1 prescriptions go unfilled: Is cost curbing use of weight loss drugs?
Popular new anti-obesity medications can help people lose 10% to 20% of their body weight, yet a new study indicates that about 40% of those prescriptions go unfilled. Affordability, say researchers, is likely a factor.
Dec 18, 2025
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Global food systems driving twin crises of obesity and global warming, says review
A major review in Frontiers in Science highlights how tackling unsustainable food systems—reflected by our changing food environment—is urgent for both health and climate.
Dec 18, 2025
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Pre-school health program does not improve children's diet or physical activity, prompting call for policy changes
A pre-school diet and physical activity program does not improve children's calorie intake or overall physical activity levels in nursery settings, a new University of Bristol-led study has found. The research published in ...
Dec 17, 2025
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Obesity and inflammation may accelerate lung aging and increase the risk of COPD
A Brazilian study involving nearly 900 participants under the age of 40 reinforces the idea that premature lung aging is linked not only to smoking but also to factors such as obesity and systemic inflammation. These two ...
Dec 17, 2025
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Menopause symptoms may be frequent and have negative effects, according to female endurance athletes
A new study finds menopause symptoms to be very frequently reported by female endurance athletes, with many perceiving a negative effect on their training and performance. The findings are published in PLOS One by Heather ...
Dec 17, 2025
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Nutritional imbalance detected on school lunch menus
The Microfluidics & BIOMICS Cluster, the Neuropsychopharmacology group and Biobizkaia conducted a study to assess school canteen meals. They concluded that the food served to the children does not fully comply with nutritional ...
Dec 16, 2025
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