In a groundbreaking study, scientists discovered that the brain forms “cold memories” which can later…
Browsing: Weight Loss
Weight Loss refers to the reduction of total body mass, typically through the loss of fat, muscle, or water, and is often pursued for health, medical, or aesthetic reasons. Scientific research into weight loss spans a range of disciplines, including nutrition, endocrinology, exercise physiology, and behavioral science. Studies explore how factors like diet composition, metabolism, hormones, physical activity, and gut microbiota influence body weight. With obesity linked to a variety of health risks—such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers—ongoing research aims to uncover effective, sustainable, and personalized strategies for weight management and long-term health improvement.
Researchers link GLP1 agonists to depression risk in some users and call for personalized prescribing…
A newly discovered brain circuit links motion sickness with metabolism, offering potential for obesity treatments.…
Researchers at Mass General Brigham found that by December 2023, over one-third of all new…
People taking GLP-1s consumed less processed food, although they still craved it. As a growing…
Most health professionals lack a clear understanding of how body fat is lost, often subscribing…
Pairing intermittent fasting with exercise leads to greater fat loss than exercise alone. Time-restricted eating…
A new study finds that intermittent fasting three days a week can lead to greater…
A Stanford Medicine study used artificial intelligence to discover a naturally occurring molecule, specifically, a…
MIT scientists have created a method to “paint” GLP-1 drugs onto antibodies inside the body,…
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.…
Scientists have identified the Plvap gene as a key regulator of metabolism during fasting. Disabling…
A Drexel University study tested an intervention to help reduce ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption. Over…
Repeated weight loss and gain — known as yo-yo dieting — has been linked to…
Salk scientists identify protein BCL6 as a key regulator of muscle maintenance in mice; BCL6-enhancing…
A new study uncovers a novel mechanism through which brown fat is transformed into heat,…
A Cleveland Clinic study reveals that bariatric surgery significantly reduces the risk of serious liver…