Munchies Mystery Solved: Cannabis Lights Up Brain’s Hunger Circuit
New research reveals that cannabis activates certain brain cells to stimulate appetite, paving the way for potential treatments for appetite-related disorders. While it is well…
New research reveals that cannabis activates certain brain cells to stimulate appetite, paving the way for potential treatments for appetite-related disorders. While it is well…
A plant-based diet has been proven for the first time to improve metabolism and liver and kidney function. At least three-quarters of type 2 diabetes…
Findings from research conducted in mice suggest that engaging the immune system with certain types of fiber may help counteract obesity. Who can forget the…
Cat owners want their pets to be happy, yet overfeeding can lead to unintended outcomes. The prevalence of feline obesity is increasing, affecting cats’ health,…
The first detailed explanation of why individuals with obesity and Type 2 diabetes face a heightened risk of pancreatic cancer. A recent study conducted by…
In experiments with mice, scientists at the State University of Campinas observed changes in eating patterns, weight growth, signs of anxiety, and heightened inflammation in…
A study by Weill Cornell Medicine shows a genetic variant in the GIP receptor could aid in obesity resistance by enhancing metabolism and insulin release,…
Higher amounts of visceral abdominal fat in midlife are linked to the development of Alzheimer’s disease, according to research being presented next week at the…
High-sugar diet in fruit flies leads to insulin resistance in the brain and impairs cleanup of neuronal waste. Researchers led by Mroj Alassaf at the…
The hormone reduces appetite in animals and occurs at concentrations 100 times higher in pregnant women. Research from the University of Copenhagen has now discovered…
Recent research from the Karolinska Institute, published in The International Journal of Obesity, has demonstrated that early intervention in treating childhood obesity is effective in…
An innovative nanogel delivery system created at the University of Massachusetts Amherst enabled mice with obesity to revert to a normal weight while maintaining a…
Recent research led by CU Anschutz researcher Richard Johnson, MD, unifies a number of hypotheses behind the dietary cause of obesity that once seemed incompatible….
Researchers have discovered molecular markers in cheek cells that could predict obesity, potentially allowing for early interventions and a shift towards preventative healthcare measures. A…
The inclusion of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists in widely used weight loss medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy may pose a potential risk to children’s…
A phase 3 clinical trial has found that the injectable prescription medication tirzepatide, in combination with intensive lifestyle intervention, resulted in an additional 21.1% weight…
In a study involving 46 participants, it was discovered that individuals with untreated obstructive sleep apnea experienced faster telomere shortening, an indicator of cell aging….
In a recent Editorial, Cynthia Bulik and Andrew Hardaway discuss the advancements in medical treatments for obesity and weight loss. “With the emergence of new,…