Talking about being stuck in a rut … with a gut. You’ve tried everything to lose weight — you’re eating healthier, exercising more, managing stress better and getting adequate sleep — but nothing seems to move the needle on the scale. Have you considered your chemical exposure? Obesogens are endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) that sabotage weight … Read more
Donut worry about giving in to that extra sweet treat. Overeating is an issue that plagues many, as researchers predict nearly half of US adults will be obese by 2035. But science may have an explanation for why we still reach for extra snacks even when we’re full — and it has nothing to do … Read more
Too much of a good thing? Participants taking the highest dose of Eli Lilly’s new GLP-1 drug lost an average of 28.7% of their body weight in a late-stage trial, putting it on track to be a heavyweight in the crowded world of weight-loss and diabetes treatments. But in a surprising twist, top-line results show … Read more
A popular diet may be far less effective at helping people lose weight than fanfare suggests. Endorsed by stars like Jennifer Aniston, Hugh Jackman and Chris Hemsworth, it’s a go-to among many famous faces who are considered fit and healthy — but more and more research is casting doubt on how useful it actually is. … Read more
It’s a growing problem in relationships. About 1 in 10 couples struggles to get pregnant within a year, which is the clinical definition of infertility. The issue is becoming more common due to delayed parenthood, increased obesity, environmental toxin exposure and underlying health conditions like endometriosis and sexually transmitted infections. Infertility is divided roughly into … Read more
Heart disease and stroke deaths are falling in the US — but there’s a quiet health threat that’s spreading fast and putting millions at risk. In fact, the problem has grown so widespread that the condition landed its own chapter in the American Heart Association’s 2026 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Update, released Wednesday. The … Read more
Power down the play. Video games can be a fun way to relax and turn off your brain, and with 61% of Americans ages 5 to 90 report they play video games for at least an hour each week. But all that game time can add up, as new research shows how excessive game play can be … Read more
That’s some serious star power! Shortly after his baffling Pizza Hut commercial dropped, ex-NFL star Tom Brady was named chief wellness officer of eMed, a digital health platform for GLP-1 drugs and more. The seven-time Super Bowl champion, 48, joins the ranks of superstar athletes promoting the blockbuster weight loss and diabetes meds, a head-scratching … Read more
They’re in your pans, your makeup and your clothes — and now, scientists say they may be quietly putting teens at risk. So-called “forever chemicals” have already been linked to a long list of health problems, including several types of cancer, immune system damage and birth defects. A new study raises fresh concerns, suggesting that … Read more
New criteria for obesity are putting more Americans into that category. Researchers at Mass General Brigham have proposed a major update to how obesity is defined, which would classify nearly 70% of U.S. adults as obese, according to a new study published in JAMA Network Open. The new benchmark adds waist and body fat measurements to BMI, … Read more
At over 1,700 years old, Santa Claus could probably teach biohackers like Bryan Johnson, Dave Asprey and Gary Brecka a thing or two about longevity. But it would seem pretty clear that it’s magic — not supplements, wonder drugs like GLP-1s or high-tech “human optimization devices” — that has maximized his life span. That’s especially … Read more
The weight-loss drug market just got more crowded — and a lot less painful. The FDA on Monday approved a daily pill version of Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy, making it the first oral GLP-1 obesity treatment cleared for use without injections. “As the first oral GLP-1 treatment for people living with overweight or obesity, the Wegovy … Read more
As snow blanketed parts of the US this week, heart health experts have shared warnings of the physical strain shoveling can take — particularly for older adults. A 2025 Mayo Clinic review found that just 10 minutes of heavy snow shoveling can push the heart to about 97% of its maximum rate. Exposure to cold air … Read more
The first study to evaluate the link between Alzheimer’s disease and body weight found a significant association. Researchers at Washington University Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri, discovered that Alzheimer’s blood biomarkers increased 95% faster in people with obesity than in non-obese individuals. The study, which was presented Tuesday at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America … Read more
So much for love handles! The “happy weight” phenomenon suggests that content couples tend to soften up because they’re Netflix and chillin’ with ice cream instead of sweatin’ it out at the gym. But new UCLA research reports that high-quality marriages may actually protect against obesity, meaning that a strong emotional bond may be just … Read more
Something doesn’t smell so great for moms to be. There are tons of studies that show that what you eat while pregnant can affect your unborn baby, contributing to everything from stress to intelligence. But new research has found that certain smells may actually affect your future child’s health — and put them more at … Read more
The city of San Francisco sued Kraft, Mondelez, Coca-Cola and other makers of ultra-processed foods on Tuesday, accusing them of knowingly sickening California residents with addictive and harmful products. City Attorney David Chiu filed the lawsuit in San Francisco Superior Court, alleging that the companies employed tactics similar to those used by the tobacco industry to design and … Read more
It’s the age-old debate — at what age should kids get a cellphone? The downsides of too much screen time are well-documented, with increased anxiety, eye strain and poor attention span among the chief concerns. Plus, there are safety threats like cyberbullying and exposure to inappropriate content. New research suggests the ages at which cellphones can be … Read more
A new study published in the Journal of Lipid Research suggests that soybean oil, the most widely consumed cooking oil in the United States, may play a direct role in promoting obesity, and the effect appears tied to how the body processes one of its main components. Researchers fed mice a diet rich in soybean … Read more
Parkinson’s disease — which causes poor balance and stiff movement — affects an estimated 1 million Americans. That number is expected to rise by 20% in the next few years. While there’s no sure-fire way to prevent the neurodegenerative disorder, new research has found that a condition that affects millions could increase the chances of … Read more