Blocking Mitch, a protein that regulates energy control, prevents fat from accumulating in human cells.…
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.
After adjusting for the weight loss benefits of surgery, GLP-1 drugs were linked to a…
A new head-to-head study reveals tirzepatide achieves 47% more weight loss than semaglutide in people…
Obesity causes temporary disruptions, but not permanent structural changes, in the liver’s molecular network that…
Despite semaglutide’s popularity for weight loss, experts are sounding the alarm on its major shortcomings—limited…
Estrogen generated in the brain may play a role in regulating appetite, potentially opening new…
New research reveals that semaglutide significantly improves liver health in MASH patients. A new study…
Metformin may reduce knee pain in overweight patients with osteoarthritis, offering a low-cost alternative to…
Early antibiotic use is linked to higher BMI and increased obesity risk in children, according…
Drugs that both activate and block the GIP receptor reduce weight through different brain mechanisms,…
Scientists discovered a new stem cell type, CP-As, that fuels belly fat growth in middle…
The drug enhances outcomes in a high-risk patient population with a significant unmet need. Tirzepatide…
Potatoes can aid weight loss and blood sugar control when prepared properly, offering a satisfying,…
Waist circumference is a stronger predictor of obesity-related cancer risk than BMI in men, but…
Researchers link GLP1 agonists to depression risk in some users and call for personalized prescribing…
A study finds that diet can cause brain inflammation even without any metabolic changes. A…
Long-term obesity is linked to progressive brain decline, while reducing obesity helps preserve brain health,…
A newly discovered brain circuit links motion sickness with metabolism, offering potential for obesity treatments.…