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Weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are used by over 15 million adults in the U.S., or 4.5% of the population. Despite their effectiveness, they have drawbacks. Their effect may not last after discontinuing use, and side effects including osteoporosis and muscle loss have raised concerns about long-term harms. They also induce nausea, which can make it difficult to …

Published on: Sept 01, 2025 06:33 pm IST Colon cancer contributes to the one of the most common cancer-related deaths. This is why knowing the symptoms for early detection becomes all the more vital.  Colon cancer contributes to one of the most common cancer-related deaths globally. It is the second leading cause. In a WHO report from July 2023, 1.9 …

Athlete Keltie O’Connor has weight-trained for 15 years. Five years ago, she added in Pilates. ‘Today, I’m settling the debate over which is better – or maybe you don’t have to choose,’ she says over on her YouTube channel. As female physiologist Dr Stephanie Estima previously told us, the two have very ‘different applications to your muscles and therefore have …

Scientists discovered how to switch aging fat cells back into calorie-burning mode, hinting at a way to fight weight gain and disease without freezing temperatures. Credit: Stock Scientists at Cornell have uncovered a way to potentially reverse age-related weight gain by reactivating a special type of fat called beige fat. Unlike ordinary white fat that stores calories, beige fat burns …

Weight loss drugs can reduce by half the risk of heart patients being hospitalised or dying early, according to the largest study of its kind. The class of drugs, known as GLP-1 agonists, have been found to offer “dramatic benefits” to heart patients, significantly cutting their risk of falling seriously ill or dying prematurely from any cause. The discovery, revealed …

Weight loss jabs can slash the risk of heart patients dying or being admitted to hospital by more than half, the largest study of its kind suggests. Researchers said millions more patients could soon be offered the likes of Mounjaro and Wegovy to extend their life as they hailed their ‘dramatic benefits’. The drugs, known as GLP-1 agonists, were initially …

The medical mystery behind a Houston woman’s unexplained 100-pound weight gain  Houston Chronicle Source link

Tufts scientists have created a next-generation weight loss drug that combines four hormone targets, potentially offering stronger and safer results than today’s popular options. Their discovery could bring medicine closer to matching the effects of bariatric surgery. Credit: Stock By merging components of four different hormones into a single drug, researchers aim to combat obesity while also tackling related conditions …

Scientists Say These Foods Could Be Quietly Wreaking Havoc on Your Gut and Hindering Weight Loss  AOL.com Ultra-processed diet decreases male sex hormones, new study suggests  The Washington Post Ultra-processed foods cause negative health effects within weeks, study finds  Le Monde.fr Ultra-processed foods vs minimally processed foods: how can you tell the difference?  The Conversation The five ultra-processed food ingredients to avoid – and …

Novo Nordisk (NVO) stock was down on Tuesday, despite a lack of news from the pharmaceutical company. Instead, investors can turn to rival drug maker Eli Lilly (LLY) to learn why shares of NVO stock have fallen today. Elevate Your Investing Strategy: Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 50% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and expert analyst insights …