Critics are once again questioning the efficacy of BMI as a tool for diagnosing obesity,…
Browsing: Obesity
Obesity is a complex medical condition characterized by excessive body fat that can negatively affect health, increasing the risk of diseases such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, certain cancers, and more. It results from a combination of genetic, behavioral, metabolic, and environmental factors, including diet, physical activity levels, and socio-economic influences. As obesity rates rise globally, it has become a major focus of public health research, with scientists exploring its biological mechanisms, long-term health impacts, and effective prevention and treatment strategies—from lifestyle interventions to medications and bariatric surgery. Understanding obesity is key to addressing one of the most pressing health challenges of the modern era.
New research presented at the European Congress on Obesity reveals significant differences in body composition…
Pooled data analysis shows that it is particularly effective in women and middle-aged or older…
A study finds that significant weight loss increases the risk for individuals with cardiovascular disease.…
New research reveals that visceral adipose tissue helps maintain brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels, but…
UD researchers discover that differences in gene expression in fat could be the key to…
Scientists have identified the Plvap gene as a key regulator of metabolism during fasting. Disabling…
New research suggests that mangos may help reduce insulin resistance in overweight or obese adults.…
A study from Tübingen reveals that the brain plays a central role in the development…
Obesity is set to reach catastrophic levels by 2050, affecting over half the global adult…
A study by the Hospital del Mar Research Institute found that individuals who took antidepressants…
Semaglutide may help reduce alcohol cravings and intake, according to a clinical trial. Participants receiving…
A Drexel University study tested an intervention to help reduce ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption. Over…
A study on adolescents uncovered a crucial link between circadian rhythms and eating habits, showing…
A study in The American Journal of Pathology reveals an unexpected discovery: mice lacking the…
The most extensive study on how dietary polyphenol consumption affects the risk of cardiometabolic issues…
Scientists have discovered new fat cell subpopulations with specialized functions, revealing differences between subcutaneous and…
Nerve cells that signal when we are full also trigger cravings for sweets. Most people…