After a week of fierce competition, Backpack emerged victorious as Fat Bear Week champion, the heftiest bear of Alaska’s Katmai National Park and Preserve. The nonprofit running the longstanding contest announced that the bear, known for his pacifist nature, was the winner Tuesday with more than 100,000 votes, giving him a close win over Bear … Read more
The fat bears have landed. Fat Bear Week — a bracket-style, single-elimination tournament where 16 brown bears in Alaska’s Brooks River will compete to be this year’s fattest bear — kicks off tomorrow, with voting open to the public on September 22 and concluding on September 29, when the chubby champion will be crowned. The … Read more
Go ahead and pour another cup. While some may find extra padding more attractive, too much body fat can be harmful to health, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke and more. However, a leaner physique could be one drink away, according to research out of Finland, and it’s one of the … Read more
Fat Sal’s has never been known for subtle sandwiches, but its Big Fat Fatty takes things to another level. The massive food challenge, offered at select Fat Sal’s locations, stretches 30 inches, can weigh up to 14 pounds and gives diners 40 minutes to finish every bite on their own. Competitive eater and social media … Read more
The thought of pumping her breasts full of a dead person’s fat didn’t give Nicole goosebumps. Neither did she flinch at the $10,000 cost of AlloClae, a trendy non-surgical route to breast enhancement that uses “ethically sourced” cadaver filler. The slight, 40-something Californian, who spoke to The Post on the condition that her privacy be … Read more
One and done. The CDC and other health agencies recommend adults aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity, along with two muscle-strengthening sessions a week. However, research suggests you may need much less than that to shed as much fat as three weekly workouts. A once-a-week workout may be just as effective at burning … Read more
A dad’s diet can affect a baby’s health before they’re even conceived, a new study from Brazil suggests. Researchers found that the more ultra processed food (think soda and chips, fast food, boxed cereal) a dad eats, the heavier the baby will be at birth, and the more fat in their thighs and suprailiac region … Read more
The “fauxzempic” era is well underway. Many brands are marketing alternatives to GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, but certain foods may also boost the effects of the naturally occurring hormone responsible for reducing hunger and stabilizing blood sugar. A recent study found one diet that not only boosted GLP-1 but also increased longevity and reduced body fat. … Read more
Could a single protein hold the key to a new generation of obesity treatments? Mitch, please! That’s what scientists are saying and hoping after discovering the surprising role of MTCH2 — a protein they’ve nicknamed Mitch — that appears to have a major influence on how cells manage energy and store fat. In a new … Read more
Bronx rapper Fat Joe saw something this weekend that he never thought he would see in his lifetime. But those dreams came true Saturday night when the Knicks hoisted the Larry O’Brien Trophy after defeating the Spurs in five games for their first NBA championship in 53 years. Fat Joe went on “The Beat with … Read more
Forget the face — the latest frontier when it comes to body modifications in Hollywood is happening down under. Marcela Iglesias, the self-proclaimed “human Barbie,” is preparing for her latest cosmetic transformation: a designer vagina makeover that will use donor-derived tissue, commonly known as cadaver fat. The Argentinian reality TV personality told The California Post … Read more
Think all clothing sizes are priced equally? Fat chance. The bigger the person, the bigger the price tag. It’s the crushing reality that shoppers of a certain size claim to face, per trending allegations that Target imposes “fat tax” surcharges on plus-size clothing. “I brought a size [Large] and a 3x [Extra Large] to the … Read more
A doctor is calling out some popular but problematic pieces of dieting advice. With nearly 3 in 4 US adults being obese or overweight many among us are thinking about healthy, sustainable ways to slim down. But according to one expert, there’s a handful of slim-down solutions that could be sabotaging your end game. According to one … Read more
Sometimes, seeing isn’t believing. Across the country, Americans are losing weight faster than ever thanks to blockbuster obesity drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound, with roughly one in eight US adults now turning to GLP-1s to slim down. But for some users, the dramatic physical changes come with an unexpected psychological twist. Users of GLP-1 drugs … Read more
Fat Joe was having a moment where he was so excited before Game 2 of the NBA Finals on Friday night. The rapper and huge Knicks fan joined the “Inside the NBA” crew’s ESPN pregame show before the Knicks took on the Spurs in San Antonio, and he made his voice heard and felt. He … Read more
From snack bars and “proffee” to carnivore diets, protein consumption is being hyped up everywhere these days. Getting enough is crucial not just to build bigger muscles, but to help fight infection, provide energy and support wound healing as well. And the newest addition to “protein-maxxing”? Clear protein, a superstar nutrient that’s not your typical … Read more
Body bank. Cosmetic surgeons are increasingly fielding requests for “fat banking,” with patients planning for the future with a literal pound of flesh. “Fat banking is the process of removing a patient’s own fat, typically through liposuction, and then freezing and storing it for potential use in future cosmetic procedures,” Dr. Claudia Kim, board-certified cosmetic … Read more
Talk about some sky-high baggage fees. Furious Southwest Airlines customers are sounding off over the carrier’s controversial new policy — which critics have slammed as a so-called “fat tax” after one traveler was allegedly forced to cough up nearly $1,000 for a second seat. Earlier this year, Southwest Airlines enacted its eyebrow-raising policy change, requiring … Read more
Jaxson Dart’s father didn’t mince many words with CBS Sports’ Danny Kennel, who doesn’t seem to think the Giants should get too comfortable with the rookie as their franchise quarterback. “I don’t know if Jaxson Dart is the long-term answer for the Giants,” Kanell, a former NFL quarterback and current TV analyst, said on the … Read more
Meowzempic is here. Experts estimate that more than half of the world’s pet cats are overweight — and now the flabby tabbies might soon have their own version of Ozempic. Pet meds company OKAVA Pharmaceuticals has announced that the first clinical trial — dubbed MEOW-1 (ManagEment of OverWeight cats with OKV-119) — for a feline … Read more