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Diabetes rates surge 18.6% in the U.S., highlighting racial and economic disparities

Researchers evaluate national trends and disparities in the prevalence of diabetes among adults in the United States.

25 Aug 2024

Anti-obesity medication may help to prevent heart attacks and other major cardiac events

The anti-obesity medication semaglutide may help to prevent heart attacks and other major adverse cardiac events among overweight people who have cardiovascular disease, whether or not they also have heart failure, according to a new study led by UCL's Professor John Deanfield.

22 Aug 2024

Very-low-calorie keto diet slashes fat and oxidative stress, boosting metabolic health in obesity

Study reveals that an 11-week, very-low-calorie ketogenic diet significantly reduces body fat and improves glucose metabolism in obese individuals, while also lowering oxidative stress markers, indicating better overall metabolic health.

14 Aug 2024

Higher BMI in early adulthood linked to increased cardiovascular disease risk

Higher BMI in early adulthood significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases in later life, emphasizing the critical need for obesity prevention and weight management during this period.

6 Aug 2024

Semaglutide may reduce smoking risks for diabetes patients

Semaglutide shows promise in reducing tobacco use disorder-related health encounters in patients with type 2 diabetes, but further clinical trials are needed to confirm its efficacy.

29 Jul 2024

GLP-1-based polyagonists: A promising weight loss alternative to bariatric surgery

Researchers highlight the unprecedented success of GLP-1-based multi-receptor drugs in achieving substantial weight loss and improved health outcomes, potentially replacing bariatric surgery for obesity treatment.

28 Jul 2024

How diet affects metabolism and the gut microbiome

In a recent review, researchers explored advances in molecular nutrition, focusing on pharmaceutical and dietary interventions for energy balance and their interactions with the gut microbiome. They also discussed emerging dietary patterns and the implications of microbiome research on nutrition.

28 Jul 2024

One size does not fit all when to comes to dieting

The POUNDS Lost study found that while different diets yield similar average weight loss, individual responses vary significantly, highlighting the need for personalized dietary approaches.

23 Jul 2024

Study identifies trends in the use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists

Investigators at Cedars-Sinai and other institutions conducted a nationwide, population-based study to identify trends in the use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) - prescription medications sold under popular drug names like Ozempic and Wegovy - in the United States.

22 Jul 2024

Weight loss reduces risky decisions and boosts mood in highly obese individuals, study finds

Researchers examine how significant weight loss in highly obese individuals influences their metabolism, psychological state, and decision-making processes.

21 Jul 2024

Exploring the impact of eating timing on health and metabolism

Accumulating evidence on the effect of the time of eating in relation to our circadian rhythm and metabolism shows that when we eat may influence our overall health and well-being.

18 Jul 2024

New four-year initiative targets cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome

About 1 in 3 U.S. adults have at least three risk factors for cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, a health disorder related to the strong connections among cardiovascular disease, kidney disease and metabolic disease (such as Type 2 diabetes and obesity).

18 Jul 2024

Massive weight loss improves metabolism, mood, and decision-making in obese individuals

People who are severely overweight (obese) not only exhibit altered risk behavior, but also changes in their metabolism and psyche.

16 Jul 2024

Twincretin drug Tirzepatide shows unmatched efficacy in weight loss and diabetes management

Tirzepatide, a novel twincretin drug, significantly improves weight loss and glycemic control in obese and type 2 diabetes patients, outperforming traditional treatments in clinical trials.

15 Jul 2024

Study reveals refined carbs heighten inflammation and cardiovascular risk

A study in Nutrients journal finds that both the quantity and quality of carbohydrates impact inflammation and cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. Higher refined carbohydrate intake is linked to greater inflammation and CVD, emphasizing the need for personalized dietary recommendations.

2 Jul 2024

Cleveland Clinic and FitNow launch comprehensive diet and health app

The USPSTF recommend clinicians refer children and adolescents 6 years or older with a high BMI to intensive behavioral interventions

Researchers at the USPSTF discussed the high prevalence of obesity among adolescents and children in the US, particularly among certain ethnic groups and those from lower-income families.

21 Jun 2024

Weight Management News and Research

Diabetes rates surge 18.6% in the U.S., highlighting racial and economic disparities

Anti-obesity medication may help to prevent heart attacks and other major cardiac events

Very-low-calorie keto diet slashes fat and oxidative stress, boosting metabolic health in obesity

Higher BMI in early adulthood linked to increased cardiovascular disease risk

Semaglutide may reduce smoking risks for diabetes patients

GLP-1-based polyagonists: A promising weight loss alternative to bariatric surgery

How diet affects metabolism and the gut microbiome

One size does not fit all when to comes to dieting

Study identifies trends in the use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists

Weight loss reduces risky decisions and boosts mood in highly obese individuals, study finds

Exploring the impact of eating timing on health and metabolism

New four-year initiative targets cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome

Massive weight loss improves metabolism, mood, and decision-making in obese individuals

Twincretin drug Tirzepatide shows unmatched efficacy in weight loss and diabetes management

Study reveals refined carbs heighten inflammation and cardiovascular risk

Cleveland Clinic and FitNow launch comprehensive diet and health app

New drug tirzepatide significantly improves sleep apnea and weight loss

New report highlights the urgent need for gender-specific cardiovascular research and care

Novo Nordisk presents key findings from semaglutide trials at ADA scientific sessions 2024

The USPSTF recommend clinicians refer children and adolescents 6 years or older with a high BMI to intensive behavioral interventions

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