Incretin hormones, produced in our gut, play a pivotal role in managing metabolism and weight, akin to the function of drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic, and…
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A study has identified genes that influence obesity risk differently across sexes and age groups, offering new insights into the biological pathways of obesity. These…
An investigation by The BMJ highlights the failure of UK regulatory bodies, including the MHRA and ASA, to effectively enforce laws governing prescription drug advertisements,…
Recent research has identified distinct brain pathways for fat and sugar cravings, explaining why combinations of these can lead to overeating. This discovery sheds light…
Washington State University researchers have discovered that cannabis stimulates appetite by activating specific hypothalamic cells in mice. This breakthrough, using calcium imaging technology, offers potential…
A recent study reveals that consuming chitin, found in insect exoskeletons, activates the immune system in mice, reducing weight gain and offering potential as a…
A study by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign reveals the impact of overeating on cats’ digestive systems and gut microbiota. The research involved 11 cats…
New research reveals significant metabolic and health risks associated with long-term coconut oil supplementation, including alterations in hormones, weight gain, and inflammation. Lead researcher Marcio…
A study to be presented at the RSNA meeting shows that higher levels of visceral abdominal fat in midlife are linked to an increased risk…
A study has linked a high-sugar diet to insulin resistance in the brain, impairing the removal of neuronal debris and potentially increasing the risk of…
Researchers have found that GDF15, a hormone known to suppress appetite, also improves insulin sensitivity in rodents, a discovery that could lead to new treatments…
A recent study has found that early treatment of childhood obesity is beneficial over the short and long term. Involving over 170 children from Sweden…
Washington State University researchers have found an epigenetic signature in the cheek cells of obese twins that differs from their non-obese siblings, pointing to a…
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which leads to interrupted breathing during sleep, can accelerate the natural shortening of telomeres, contributing to premature cellular aging. Now, a…
Recent weight-loss drugs show promise in treating obesity, but concerns include high costs, health disparities, and potential lifelong commitment. Despite challenges, this marks a turning…
Researchers discovered that chemicals in cooked foods, AGEs, increase hunger and impact health. Derived from the Maillard reaction, AGEs enhance food appeal but cause health…
Researchers have uncovered new immune cell types in fat tissue using advanced technologies. Their study on mice revealed diverse reactions of macrophage subtypes during obesity,…
In African countries such as Zimbabwe, being overweight is seen as a mark of prosperity, but the rise in obesity presents a concerning health paradox.…