Ozempic and other drugs that aid in weight loss are a hot topic in the nutrition space. Celebrities like Oprah Winfrey are revealing that their weight loss journeys had some help from products like Ozempic. Now, patients are asking their doctors about the diabetes treatment, and doctors are prescribing them for more than blood sugar…

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LONDON — Can fasting for seven days be healthy for the human body? In a pioneering study that sheds light on the age-old practice, European researchers have discovered that the human body undergoes extensive and systematic changes across multiple organs after just three days of abstaining from food. This research not only confirms the health…

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Budget Ozempic is in fact not at all related to Ozempic, nor does it contain semaglutide – the drug component which is the active ingredient in Ozempic.

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ROCKVILLE, Md. — Don’t have time to work out during the week? No need to worry! A new study reveals that being a weekend warrior is the way to go if you’re looking to lose weight. Researchers from The Obesity Society reveal that squeezing in physical activity on Saturdays and Sundays can be just as effective…

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Over the last several years, you’ve probably heard tons of weight loss advice, with much of it contradicting each other. One day, you should be drinking celery juice, while other days, you need to go keto or only drink smoothies for all three “meals.” More often than not, the advice is peddled by people without…

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Whether you’re scrolling through TikTok or watching the local news, you’re probably going to have a new “hot tip” for weight loss thrown in your face. While there’s been many trends, volume eating has made its way back into the conversation as a tool to shed excess pounds. So, does it actually work? Volume eating…

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ANSEONG, South Korea — Kimchi could be the secret to a slimmer waistline for men and women, a new study reveals. The traditional Korean dish primarily uses two vegetables, cabbage and radish, both of which are rich in dietary fibers, microbiome-enhancing lactic acid bacteria, vitamins, and polyphenols. Now, researchers report that consuming up to three daily…

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SEOUL, South Korea — Obesity’s standing as a major health concern among humans is no secret, but our four-legged friends aren’t immune to the epidemic either. Estimates show that roughly 50 percent of all pets worldwide are obese! Now, researchers in South Korea are offering up a new way for obese dogs to shed some of…

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PHILADELPHIA — With so many tasty snacks and fatty foods to choose from, many people have eaten something they later regretted. In the middle of a diet, these lapses in judgment can feel like a devastating failure, but new research is serving as a reminder not to beat yourself up too badly the next time your…

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BOSTON — Losing weight, in many contexts, is a positive. Whether looking to slim down for the summer or find a few hidden abs, weight loss routinely ranks among the most common goals people work toward, usually through a mix of dieting and exercise. However, if you’ve been losing weight without even trying lately, a…

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HONG KONG, China — Weight loss alone often is not enough to permanently cure Type 2 diabetes, a new study contends. According to the research, only six percent of individuals who attempt to manage their diabetes through weight loss remain free of the condition after eight years. The study, which focused on real-world conditions rather…

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NEW YORK — The average active American quits on their health-related resolutions about seven weeks into the new year, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 people who work out at least once a week examines how closely people stick to health-related resolutions and finds that 29 percent confess they’d last less than a month.…

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XIANGTAN, China — Getting out on the dancefloor can be an effective way for individuals who are overweight to lose weight, according to a new study. Dancing throughout the night leads to significant improvements in body mass, waist circumference, body fat, and fat mass in those who are overweight or obese. Additionally, researchers in China…

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For many people, maintaining a healthy weight can be a lifelong struggle. It’s easy to fall into the pressures of weighing yourself every day and only eating lettuce buns. However, that isn’t sustainable for a large majority of people, and it is also just plain tiring. There’s a reason why most people who lose a…

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ORLANDO, Fla. — Obesity rates continue to rise in the United States, with over two in five American adults currently classifying as obese. Despite bariatric surgery being a valid and effective weight loss option, a new national survey from Orlando Health suggests many people are actively avoiding the procedure. The main reason is the social stigma…

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ATHENS, Ga. — Stocking stuffers are a key part of a festive Christmas, but many people wind up feeling overly stuffed themselves well past the end of the holidays. If you’re trying to avoid that extra weight come January 2nd, one study offers a novel suggestion. Researchers say that taking a minute each day to simply step…

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Weight management is a crucial part of maintaining good health. Being overweight or obese can lead to various diseases that shorten lifespans. Understanding the science of weight loss can help you make healthier choices. Excess weight can contribute to serious health issues like high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. These risks are…

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CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — A vibrating stomach pill could be an affordable method of combating obesity, according to a new study. This innovative device transmits signals to the brain, inducing a sensation of fullness and reducing the user’s urge to eat. In trials with animals, administering the pill 20 minutes before feeding led to a notable…

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Carbs, especially bread, have been villainized for decades. Wellness gurus say that they make you fat, cause diabetes, and ruin your gut. These hyperbolic views have made it so that people fear bread and other high-carb foods, especially if they want to lose weight. It gets people thinking that it’s impossible to eat these foods…

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New Year’s Eve always seems like the perfect time to make a resolution to lose 10 pounds or finally start hitting the gym more. Many people start fad diets and completely new routines that they don’t even stick with into February! Using the new year to start building healthier habits is one thing, but doing…

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If you need a pick-me-up and want to consume a beverage with a few extra health benefits, try a cup of freshly brewed tea instead of grabbing another coffee. Besides being great for soothing a sore throat or being full of free radical-fighting antioxidants, tea is also known to impact weight loss. Keep reading to…

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PORTLAND, Ore. — Weight loss can be a tough task for anyone, but obese individuals often find it especially difficult to shed excess pounds. Now, researchers from Oregon Health & Science University are shedding some much-needed light on the relationship connecting personal weight with how and when the body burns energy. Study authors say people with…

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BATON ROUGE, La. — A popular diabetic and weight loss drug may have a third life-changing benefit — lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease. Researchers for Pennington Biomedical Research Center at Louisiana State University have discovered that semaglutide, better known under the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy, can reduce the risk of major heart-related problems by…

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There’s no question water is vital for your health. At the same time, lemons are a great source of nutrition. However, where did people get the thought that combining the two makes you lose weight?! For some reason, lemon water has been proclaimed as a weight loss elixir in media diet culture for several years…

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Fiber is becoming an unsung hero among influencers and journalists, just as drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have become a saving grace for people with Type 2 diabetes and obesity. Given the research we have available so far, the results are promising. However, since Ozempic was only approved in 2017, there isn’t much long-term data.…

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COPENHAGEN, Denmark — Most people assume it’s naturally easier to keep up with healthy routines during the summer. After all, the Sun is shining and the days are longer. Interestingly, new research actually suggests the winter months may promote healthier eating habits. Scientists at the University of Copenhagen explain that the amount of natural light exposure…

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STORRS, Conn. — It makes a certain amount of sense for couples to embark on a weight loss journey together. It should be easier to resist caloric temptations and cultivate consistent gym motivation with one’s partner in tow, right? Not necessarily, according to researchers from the University of Connecticut. In fact, study authors did not find…

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ST. LOUIS — Do you remember those cringe-worthy moments from the television show “Fear Factor” where contestants ate crunchy insects to compete for cash? Research has long shown that eating certain bugs can actually benefit our health. Now it turns out that munching away on those crispy exoskeleton shells left behind by insects like cicadas…

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What do British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and singer Bruce Springsteen have in common? They’re among an ever-growing group of public figures touting the benefits of eating just one meal a day. As a result, the one meal a day (OMAD) diet is the latest attention-grabbing weight loss trend. Advocates claim it leads to fast, long-term…

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VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Popular diabetes medications, such as Ozempic, are gaining a reputation as effective solutions for weight loss. Scientists from the University of British Columbia, however, are warning of potentially severe gastrointestinal side-effects after using these drugs — including stomach paralysis. The study discovered that drugs classified as GLP-1 agonists, encompassing brand names…

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NEWCASTLE, United Kingdom — Those aiming to shed belly fat and reduce their cholesterol levels might want to consider substituting red meat with Quorn protein. Northumbria University researchers revealed participants switching up their mealtime proteins showed notable improvements in just two weeks. The study found that participants who ate Quorn products, a popular meat alternative…

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Many people looking to clean up their health fast want to detox in the easiest way possible. This is why the traps of expensive supplements and juice cleanses are everywhere you look. However, there is little to no solid research supporting the need to do anything like that to support your body’s ability to process…

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Are you going to automatically get fat from eating fat? No. There isn’t a single nutrient that will inherently make you fat when you eat them in reasonable amounts, and not in excess. In the 1950s, the “saturated fat causes heart disease” hypothesis was born. This stirred up lots of fear about saturated fat that…

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BOULDER, Colo. — If you’ve ever pondered the question, “Should I be taking a probiotic?” you’re not alone. Dr. Maggie Stanislawski, assistant professor in the University of Colorado Department of Biomedical Informatics (DBMI), encounters this query frequently. Her advice, however, isn’t a straightforward “yes” or “no.” Every person’s gut health is individual, meaning the probiotics you…

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MUNICH, Germany — The myth of being “fat but fit” is, again, being debunked by a new study. Researchers found that obese individuals, even if they appear healthy, have an increased risk of diabetes and heart disease. In an in-depth study by German researchers, the phenomenon of metabolically healthy obesity (MHO), often referred to as…

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HAMBURG, Germany — Israeli researchers have discovered that the drug semaglutide — which goes by the popular brand names Wegovy and Ozempic — can significantly improve blood sugar control and promote weight loss in adults with Type 2 diabetes over a period of up to three years. Type 2 diabetes is a condition where the…

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GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Could reaching your ideal weight be as easy as popping a pill? It may sound like fantasy, but researchers from the University of Florida suggest modern science isn’t so far off from such a fitness feat after all. Scientists say they have created a new compound that helps users lose weight by mimicking…

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THESSALONIKI, Greece — A new drug treatment for patients with Type 2 diabetes appears to do a better job of controlling blood sugar levels and aiding in weight loss than the popular medication semaglutide. Greek researchers discovered that the drug tirzepatide outperforms semaglutide — available under brand names Ozempic and Wegovy. Both semaglutide and tirzepatide…

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AMHERST, Mass. — What if you could combat obesity by using a medication that directly targets the fat cells in your body? In a groundbreaking new study, researchers from the University of Massachusetts Amherst have developed a new way to combat obesity, using nanogel carriers — tiny molecules that transport substances within the body —…

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ADELAIDE, Australia — While nuts are often overlooked in weight loss plans due to their high-fat content, Australian researchers are challenging this notion, revealing that almonds can actually aid in slimming down. Touted as the largest-of-its-kind study, University of South Australia scientists discovered that when people added almonds to a calorie-restrictive diet, not only did…

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ROCKVILLE, Md. — Want to lose weight? It’s time to become an early riser. A new study finds engaging in moderate to vigorous exercise between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. is the optimal time for weight loss. Researchers from Franklin Pierce University found that individuals who worked out in the early morning displayed a lower…

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BUFFALO, N.Y. — Living with Type 1 diabetes can be a challenging experience. Patients have to worry about daily insulin injections, manage dangerous fluctuations in blood sugar levels, and strive to improve their control of blood sugar levels. As a result, they can feel a significant amount of burden daily. However, researchers from the University…

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DAEJEON, South Korea — For many individuals struggling with obesity and weight loss, nothing is more difficult than limiting themselves to just one true serving of their favorite foods. Now, people could soon be eating all they want without putting on weight following a breakthrough discovery of an obesity switch in the brain. Scientists have found what controls…

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TULSA, Okla. — A new treatment for anorexia may soon be on the horizon, and it’s probably not what you’re expecting. New research out of Oklahoma suggests the key to beating this common eating disorder may involve a lack of light and plenty of salt water. Anorexia nervosa is a dangerous eating disorder characterized by low…

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ROCKVILLE, Md. — Deciding to undergo a gastric bypass or other forms of bariatric surgery in order to lose weight is a big decision for anyone. Now, new findings by researchers with the Obesity Society suggest there may be another major benefit linked to these surgeries. A team at the University of Utah has found that…

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IRVINE, Calif. — Semaglutide, available under the brand name Wegovy, has become a popular prescription drug for weight loss. Now, researchers from the University of California-Irvine indicate that the drug may be very useful when it comes to avoiding heart attack, stroke, and other adverse cardiovascular events. More specifically, Nathan D. Wong, PhD, professor and director…

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The headlines squeal with delight: Latest wonder drug will “cure” obesity. We’ve encountered these headlines before. Time and again, dubious and ineffective solutions for obesity gain prominence. Pills, tonics, elixirs, Zumba, Noom and now Ozempic. The latest wonder drug is a semaglutide drug invented to help diabetics regulate blood glucose levels, but has the notable…

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It’s often claimed that if you’re trying to lose weight, one of the things you should do each day is drink plenty of water – with some internet advice even suggesting this should be as much as a gallon (about 4.5 liters). The claim is that water helps burn calories and reduce appetite, which in…

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DARLINGHURST, Australia — A tiny molecule could be the key to unlocking a new wave of drugs that treat obesity and bone diseases, a new study reveals. A team in Australia says this molecule plays a central role in how cells detect physical pressures, such as pushing or pulling. It regulates sensors crucial to numerous…

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LAS VEGAS — Weight loss surgery could hold the key to treating diabetes for good. According to a recent study, more than half of diabetes patients who underwent metabolic surgery experienced remission of their diabetes, regardless of how much weight they lost. Researchers from the Mayo Clinic, the University of California-San Francisco, and Stony Brook…

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