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
Talk about doomscrolling. You’ve probably heard that screen time can mess with your sleep — but it turns out, it can mess with a lot more than beauty rest. Looking at your phone or laptop may also affect your physical health, possibly contributing to obesity, diabetes and cancer, some research suggests. Looking at phone or … Read more
A teaspoon a day may keep cholesterol away. A popular spice used to flavor curry dishes like paneer is packed with health-boosting nutrients that can lower cholesterol and protect the immune system. And new research out of Japan finds that the flavorful seeds also show potential for fighting fat. A daily teaspoon of this popular … Read more
With new agreements from President Donald Trump promising lower prices on popular weight-loss drugs, the use of GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Mounjaro could soon surge even higher — a trend already spreading unevenly across the US, with some states seeing greater uptick than others. Based on insurance claims data from Purple Lab, a Pennsylvania … Read more
We are sofa-king screwed. Our sedentary lifestyles aren’t just slothful; they could wreak havoc on both our health and looks. Experts at the step-tracking app WeWard have digitally imagined what we’ll look like in 2050 if we don’t change our couch potato ways — and we’ll reportedly have poor posture, premature aging, and other sitting-induced … Read more
Fat chance she’ll be keeping that gig. An Uber driver is going viral after allegedly denying a passenger service for being too “fat” — and even threatening to pull a gun on them. The customer, Michael, who posts under @FattyMcFatFuh on X, documented the appalling encounter in an X video with over 50 million views. … Read more
A new UC Irvine study may have finally uncovered how dietary fiber protects the body from sugar’s damage, and how protecting yourself starts in the gut. Researchers at the UCI School of Medicine found that inulin, a naturally occurring fiber found in vegetables like onions, garlic and artichokes, can reshape the bacteria living in your gut to … Read more
New research suggests there’s an unholy trinity of ways that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) can sabotage men’s health. A team of researchers from the University of Copenhagen in Denmark set out to determine how the processed nature of food affects men, assuming that calories and nutrients are kept consistent. UPFs include packaged goods, drinks, cereals and … Read more
This could really move the needle in the GLP-1 weight loss market. Semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, is injected into the fatty tissue just under the skin of the stomach, thigh or upper arm to treat obesity or Type 2 diabetes. Soon, there may be a promising alternative for the needle-averse, as … Read more
Five months after ending development of its own obesity treatment, Pfizer is accelerating its push into the rapidly growing field with a nearly $5 billion acquisition. The COVID-19 vaccine and treatment maker said Monday that it will pay $47.50 in cash for each share of development-stage drugmaker Metsera. That represents a premium of more than 42% to … Read more
She wants fat shamers to experience the full weight of the law. A plus-size model in France has launched a petition to outlaw fatphobia after getting ripped for her weight at a bakery. “Will fatphobia ever really be punishable by law?” Harmony Albertini asked Jam Press regarding the petition, which she linked in her bio … Read more
Fad diets that trigger extreme weight loss could be a waist for seniors, a new study finds. Shedding pounds can be difficult as we age because our metabolism naturally slows, leading to fewer calories burned. You can also blame sarcopenia, the age-related loss of muscle mass, and hormonal shifts in women that influence fat storage. … Read more
Researchers believe they may have the next, better version of Ozempic in the works. At Tufts University, scientists have developed a new drug that aims to boost weight loss while also reducing the nausea, muscle loss, and weight regain associated with popular GLP-1 medications. The goal is for the “quadruple-action” medication to achieve long-lasting weight loss of up to … Read more
Neuron the right track! It’s essential to embrace healthy habits that enhance the brain’s ability to absorb information while staving off mental decline. Alzheimer’s disease is the leading cause of cognitive decline in older adults. Over 6 million Americans have the progressive brain disorder, which affects memory, thinking, reasoning, language and behavior. Dr. Giulio Taglialatela, … Read more
Fat-blocking microbeads made with green tea, vitamin E, and seaweed could offer a new way to lose weight and a potential alternative to popular GLP-1 drugs and bariatric surgery, according to exploratory new research. While human trials are still needed, scientists in China found that rats fed a high-fat diet lost about 17% of their body … Read more
Your waistline isn’t the only part of your body that could be putting your health at risk. A growing body of research suggests that neck size may also serve as an early warning sign, indicating a higher likelihood of developing serious conditions like heart disease, diabetes and sleep disorders. Even more surprising: A thick neck … Read more
Finally, some good news for the millions of Americans living with cancer or heart disease. Experts have consistently warned that drinking alcohol and being overweight significantly increase the risk of developing several cancers and heart disease. But an observation called “Cuomo’s paradox” suggests that certain factors that increase the odds of chronic disease — like … Read more
Eating a Mediterranean diet — including lots of produce, whole grains and healthy fats — while also adding a few healthy lifestyle behaviors, could lower your diabetes risk by almost a third. That’s according to research published Aug. 25 in Annals of Internal Medicine, which found that following a Mediterranean-style diet along with calorie control, … Read more
Needle-less to say, it’s effective! Eli Lilly’s experimental GLP-1 pill caused participants in a late-stage trial to shed an average of 10.5% of their body weight — nearly 23 pounds — over 16 months, according to data released Tuesday. The daily medication, known as orforglipron, has also been shown to reduce hemoglobin A1C —average blood … Read more
Here’s something to chew over. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions — a large waistline, high triglycerides, high blood pressure, high fasting blood sugar and little “good” cholesterol — that significantly increase the risk of heart disease, stroke and Type 2 diabetes. You need three out of five of those risk factors to be … Read more