Why are we in the middle of an obesity epidemic? Here is a possible explanation

byUniversity of CopenhagenCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSince 2010, the number of people with obesity in Denmark has doubled, while other countries have seen an even greater increase. But wh

Updated on: December 30,2023

Why are we in the middle of an obesity epidemic? Here is a possible explanation

byUniversity of CopenhagenCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSince 2010, the number of people with obesity in Denmark has doubled, while other countries have seen an even greater increase. But wh

Updated on:December 30,2023

New devices could change the way we measure blood pressure

Updated on: August 21,2024

New devices could change the way we measure blood pressure

Updated on:August 21,2024

Biological clock disruptions sound Alzheimer's alarm

by Josh Barney,University of VirginiaIncreased sensitivity to light could disrupt the body’s biological clock and contribute to sleep disorders among people with Alzheimer’s disease, UVA researc

Updated on: January 22,2024

Biological clock disruptions sound Alzheimer's alarm

by Josh Barney,University of VirginiaIncreased sensitivity to light could disrupt the body’s biological clock and contribute to sleep disorders among people with Alzheimer’s disease, UVA researc

Updated on:January 22,2024

Semaglutide and tirzepatide lead to better blood sugar control and weight loss in type 1 diabetes, study finds

byDiabetologiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSemaglutide and tirzepatide treatment lead to significant weight loss and improve blood sugar control in individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1D) wh

Updated on: September 13,2024

Semaglutide and tirzepatide lead to better blood sugar control and weight loss in type 1 diabetes, study finds

byDiabetologiaCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSemaglutide and tirzepatide treatment lead to significant weight loss and improve blood sugar control in individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1D) wh

Updated on:September 13,2024

A new bacteria, made in Belgium

by Université catholique de LouvainResearchers from University of Louvain (UCLouvain) have discovered a new bacterium in the human intestine, they called Dysosmobacter welbionis. The UCLouvain sc

Updated on: April 01,2024

A new bacteria, made in Belgium

by Université catholique de LouvainResearchers from University of Louvain (UCLouvain) have discovered a new bacterium in the human intestine, they called Dysosmobacter welbionis. The UCLouvain sc

Updated on:April 01,2024

Weight-loss medications alone are not a quick fix, says obesity expert

by DeeDee Stiepan, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: CC0 Public DomainOne of the most common New Year's resolutions is to lose weight. Many may be wondering if weight-loss medications can help them

Updated on: April 02,2024

Weight-loss medications alone are not a quick fix, says obesity expert

by DeeDee Stiepan, Mayo Clinic News NetworkCredit: CC0 Public DomainOne of the most common New Year's resolutions is to lose weight. Many may be wondering if weight-loss medications can help them

Updated on:April 02,2024

Canadians' feelings about the causes of obesity are often harmful to self-esteem, new study shows

by Patrick Lejtenyi,Concordia UniversityMean Weight Bias Internalization by Body Mass Index Distribution. Credit:BMC Public Health(2023). DOI: 10.1186/s12889-023-16454-5The causes be

Updated on: May 21,2024

Canadians' feelings about the causes of obesity are often harmful to self-esteem, new study shows

by Patrick Lejtenyi,Concordia UniversityMean Weight Bias Internalization by Body Mass Index Distribution. Credit:BMC Public Health(2023). DOI: 10.1186/s12889-023-16454-5The causes be

Updated on:May 21,2024

Exercise can reduce risk likelihood of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and hypertension during menopause

by Rachel Churm,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe menopause affects all women differently—and each person's experience is unique. While some women view menopause as a new

Updated on: September 13,2024

Exercise can reduce risk likelihood of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and hypertension during menopause

by Rachel Churm,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe menopause affects all women differently—and each person's experience is unique. While some women view menopause as a new

Updated on:September 13,2024

Is Obesity Genetic?

Having obesity isn’t due to genetic factors aloneByHeather JonesMedically reviewed byKarina Tolentino, RDGenetics can play a role inhaving obesity. Twin studies have foun

Updated on: April 01,2024

Is Obesity Genetic?

Having obesity isn’t due to genetic factors aloneByHeather JonesMedically reviewed byKarina Tolentino, RDGenetics can play a role inhaving obesity. Twin studies have foun

Updated on:April 01,2024

Diabetes drug may significantly lower women's risk of substantial weight gain after giving up smoking

byBritish Medical JournalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe diabetes drug dulaglutide (Trulicity) may significantly lower a woman's risk of substantial weight gain after she has given up s

Updated on: December 28,2023

Diabetes drug may significantly lower women's risk of substantial weight gain after giving up smoking

byBritish Medical JournalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainThe diabetes drug dulaglutide (Trulicity) may significantly lower a woman's risk of substantial weight gain after she has given up s

Updated on:December 28,2023

Researchers in Japan discover new antidiabetic compound

byKumamoto UniversityHPH-15 offers multiple benefits for managing type 2 diabetes, including effective blood glucose control, reduced risk of lactic acidosis, improved insulin resistance, and su

Updated on: December 11,2024

Researchers in Japan discover new antidiabetic compound

byKumamoto UniversityHPH-15 offers multiple benefits for managing type 2 diabetes, including effective blood glucose control, reduced risk of lactic acidosis, improved insulin resistance, and su

Updated on:December 11,2024

Semaglutide may increase ED risk in non-diabetic men

Updated on: June 17,2024

Semaglutide may increase ED risk in non-diabetic men

Updated on:June 17,2024