Maybe that fridge cigarette isn’t so toxic after all. Diet soda has long promised a hit of sweetness without the sugar overload that can fuel weight gain. But sobering research has linked artificial sweeteners to a higher risk of heart attack, stroke and cardiovascular disease. Now, a landmark new study finds that cracking open a … Read more
A costly jab. As more information is coming to light about one of the newest’s weight loss drug, the FDA’s Adverse Event Reporting System received reports of two deaths from bootleg versions of the medication. The products claimed to be the super-effective drug that’s nearing the end of clinical trials but has yet to be … Read more
Incorporating a few nutritious staples into the diet can help reduce belly fat and, in turn, lead to underlying health benefits. A surplus of fat around the stomach area can be an indication of visceral fat, which lies deep inside the abdomen and is linked to multiple health issues. Overweight individuals with excess fat around … Read more
The choices humanity makes in the next 75 years could determine the fate of billions of lives — and whether our species makes it past the 21st century. In an extraordinary report from dozens of scientists, researchers compiled 17 of the most urgent health threats humanity will face before 2100. They estimated amenable disability-adjusted life … Read more
When it comes to cancer, carrying extra weight has long been considered dangerous. The two in five American adults with obesity are at an increased risk of thirteen types of cancer — like breast, colon, and pancreatic cancers — which make up 40% of all cancers diagnosed in the country every year. But thanks to … Read more
The number of children taking GLP-1 drugs has exploded in the years since Ozempic hit the market. A new study published today by NYU Langone found that GLP-1 prescriptions given to kids aged 8 to 11 were 310 times higher in June 2026 than they were in 2019. This is despite the fact that no … Read more
Talk about an unwanted triple-threat. A new study found that nearly 80% of young adults are diagnosed with a newly named condition that consists of three distinct medical issues. Not only does the triple-threat complex disorder affect most of the major organs, but 1 in 3 Americans have at least three of the risk factors … Read more
By the time he turned ten, Jenna Ceriani’s son was too heavy to play football. The local league kicked the budding ballplayer out after he tipped the scales at 155 pounds — well above their 125-pound cap. The middle schooler’s weight had become a safety liability for smaller players on the team, they explained. “Every time … Read more
Born thin? Slim chance. While some people agonize over tracking every calorie to maintain their figures, others seem to have won the genetic lottery with a naturally speedy metabolism — and all the health benefits that come with it. Now, scientists have found a specific “skinny gene” mutation that’s keeping about one in 7,000 people … Read more
An unapproved weight loss drug is about to become available to more patients. Retatrutide — also known as “reta” — has been shown to produce dramatically greater weight loss than blockbuster drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro. The experimental drug delivers a triple whammy by mimicking three hormones involved in appetite and metabolism: GLP-1, GIP and … 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
Even on a flight to paradise, the cruelty of fatphobia is weighting in the wings. Ashlyn, a Big Apple-based influencer, was met with severely unfriendly vibes while traversing the friendly skies, targeted by elderly body-shamers who secretly snapped her picture and texted it to strangers in outrage over being seated next to the “only fat person on … Read more
July 22 (Reuters) – The risk of hair loss in patients taking GLP-1 drugs for obesity or diabetes, while low, is higher than with other diabetes drugs, new studies suggest. At two or more years after starting treatment, the odds of a new diagnosis of alopecia in GLP-1 users were 37 percent higher than in … Read more
The gap between America’s healthiest and least healthy cities is growing. The 2026 American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Fitness Index has released their annual report revealing the nation’s “fittest cities” — and the top 10 may not be what you’re expected. The Fitness Index evaluated the 100 largest US cities using 35 evidence-based indicators … Read more
America is slimming down — one shot at a time. The number of US adults turning to blockbuster GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss has hit a record high, nearly quadrupling in just two years. Now, the shift is showing up on the scale, with national obesity rates edging lower after years … Read more
Cancer diagnoses worldwide are expected to climb to 35 million annually by 2050, up from 20.6 million in 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a new report. Despite major progress in some areas — like decreased tobacco use that’s associated with 16 types of cancer — cancer is still a leading cause of … 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
More men than ever are on testosterone. But experts say boosting this sex hormone may not solve your woes. “Signs and symptoms of low testosterone are often very generalizable and can be due to something else, either in addition to or separately from having low testosterone,” Dr. Justin Dubin told The Post. Part of the … Read more
Could being a tough guy become a deadly mistake? Women live longer than men, all over the world. In the US, men live around 76 years, while women live til 81. Experts have been watching this trend for decades. Even as infectious disease has plummeted, other lethal health conditions like heart disease have affected men … Read more