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Study suggests obesity contributes to anxiety and cognitive impairment
With rates of obesity and anxiety both on the rise—especially among younger Americans—new research suggests that the two conditions may be connected through interactions between the gut and the brain. The study, conducted ...
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Plant-based diet reduces weight and hot flashes in postmenopausal women, finds new study
A diet that replaces animal products with plant-based foods—whether unprocessed or ultra-processed—and includes soybeans can lead to significant weight loss and a reduction in severe hot flashes in postmenopausal women, ...
May 30, 2025
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Genetic variation may explain why some children exposed to diabetes in utero become obese and others don't
Children exposed to gestational diabetes in utero with a specific variation of a common gene are at a higher risk of becoming overweight or obese during childhood, according to a new study by researchers at the University ...
May 30, 2025
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Anti-malarial medicines can help reduce body weight, researchers discover
In recent years, overweight and obesity have become a serious global health problem, posing significant risk factors for various diseases. Longing for a civilized and healthy lifestyle, more and more people are starting to ...
May 29, 2025
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Size matters when it comes to antibiotics. Obese patients may need customized doses of certain drugs
Obesity can have a distinct impact on the absorption, effectiveness and excretion of antibiotics, medications that have been in use for more than 80 years, but only now have consensus guidelines been proposed on prescribing ...
A high-fat diet sets off metabolic dysfunction in cells, leading to weight gain
Consuming a high-fat diet can lead to a variety of health problems—not only weight gain but also an increased risk of diabetes and other chronic diseases.
May 28, 2025
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Shedding pounds in middle age could add years to your life, study finds
Losing just 6.5% of body weight in midlife may lower later risk of disease and premature death, new research shows.
May 28, 2025
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ASCO: GLP-1 receptor agonists may reduce risk for obesity-related cancer, all-cause death
For adults with diabetes and obesity, glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) are associated with a reduced risk for obesity-related cancer compared with dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors, according ...
May 28, 2025
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Weight-loss drugs may lower risk of obesity-related cancers
Popular GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Zepbound can help reduce a woman's risk for as many as 14 cancers associated with obesity, a new study says.
May 28, 2025
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Trump won't force Medicaid to cover GLP-1s for obesity: A few states are doing it anyway
A report published in November by KFF, a health information nonprofit that includes KFF Health News, found only 13 states were covering GLP-1s for the treatment of obesity for Medicaid beneficiaries as of August. South Carolina ...
May 28, 2025
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Boys who are overweight in their early teens risk passing on harmful epigenetic traits to future children
A new study suggests that boys who become overweight in their early teens risk damaging the genes of their future children, increasing their chances of developing asthma, obesity and low lung function.
May 27, 2025
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Midlife weight loss linked to longer, healthier lives
Losing weight via lifestyle adjustments can deliver significant long-term health benefits, without the need for surgery or anti-obesity drugs. Alongside preventing diabetes, it can help ward off chronic conditions including ...
May 27, 2025
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Leptin-sensitive nerve cells reveal potential pathway for regulating appetite and weight
A research group has identified the so-called PNOC/NPY nerve cells in the brains of mice. When activated, these cells increase food intake and lead to obesity. Interestingly, these nerve cells are also present in the human ...
May 27, 2025
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The role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in the management of obesity
As Australia faces a turning point in obesity management, researchers from Monash University have contributed new insights into the rapidly evolving use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) such as Ozempic ...
May 27, 2025
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Location matters: Belly fat compared to overall body fat more strongly linked to psoriasis risk
Researchers have found that central body fat, especially around the abdomen, is more strongly linked to psoriasis risk than total body fat, particularly in women. This link between central fat and psoriasis remained consistent ...
May 27, 2025
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Post-kidney transplant adverse outcomes increased with BMI-BSA obesity
Combined body mass index (BMI)-body surface area (BSA) obesity is associated with an increased risk for post-kidney transplant (KT) adverse outcomes, according to a study published online May 21 in Transplantation Direct.
May 27, 2025
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Aussies support government action on sugary and sweetened drinks to tackle obesity
Public health experts are urging the new Albanese Government to prioritize tackling obesity, with new research showing widespread public support for the implementation of strong measures to curb the consumption of sugary ...
May 27, 2025
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Brain stimulation combined with cognitive training can curb impulsive eating
Scientists at the Mind, Brain, and Behavior Research Center at the University of Granada (CIMCYC) have revealed how, when faced with highly appetizing and unhealthy food stimuli, many overweight people or those prone to binge ...
May 26, 2025
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Weight loss linked to nerve cells in the brain
Semaglutide belongs to a group of drugs called GLP-1R agonists and has been shown to effectively reduce food intake and body weight. The drug is already well established as part of the treatment for obesity and type 2 diabetes, ...
May 23, 2025
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FDA halts sale of off-brand Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs
A federal deadline ending sale of off-brand weight-loss and diabetes medications is now in effect, cutting off access to drugs many patients count on.
May 23, 2025
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Study shows pizza is eaten faster than chopstick-based meals
Fujita Health University scientists found that the type of food consumed affects eating speed more than the sequence in which food is eaten. Meals served in individual portions and eaten with utensils prompted longer meal ...
Twin study sheds light on how mitochondria influence the gene regulation behind obesity
Mitochondria play a central role in energy metabolism and overall health. In obesity and its comorbidities, mitochondrial activity is often impaired, yet it has remained unclear whether this impairment increases the risk ...
May 22, 2025
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Looking to cut calories? Try adding chilis, study suggests
Throwing a little heat on your meal might be an effective strategy for cutting back on calories, according to a new study led by researchers at Penn State.
May 22, 2025
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Newfound mechanism rewires cellular energy processing for drastic weight loss
Mice genetically engineered to lack the ability to make the amino acid cysteine, and fed a cysteine-free diet, lost 30% of their body weight in just one week, a new study shows.
May 21, 2025
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Study links residual inflammation in psoriasis patients to obesity and fatty liver disease
New research shows that in patients with psoriasis, even though their skin responds well to treatment with biologics, inflammation can linger, leading to broader health implications such as obesity and cardiovascular and ...
May 20, 2025
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