Obesity News and Research

Latest Obesity News and Research

Fas-p53 pathway drives metabolic dysfunction and obesity-linked insulin resistance

Researchers unveil Fas-p53 axis as a key regulator in adipocyte metabolism, linking it to obesity and insulin sensitivity through energy expenditure and inflammation pathways.

3 Dec 2024

New food-grade natural solution created for tackling obesity

As obesity rates continue to rise, many are turning to prescription medicines like Ozempic for weight loss. But with significant side effects, accessibility and cost issues, alternatives are needed.

2 Dec 2024

Disrupted sleep patterns identified in patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease

The prevalence of MASLD (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease) is exploding in most regions of the world, boosted by increased obesity and sedentary lifestyles.

2 Dec 2024

Low levels of arsenic exposure linked to increased kidney cancer risk

New research findings from the Texas A&M University School of Public Health indicate that exposure to even low levels of arsenic poses significant health risks, including an increased risk of kidney cancer.

2 Dec 2024

Visceral fat found to contribute to Alzheimer's disease development

Researchers have linked a specific type of body fat to the abnormal proteins in the brain that are hallmarks of Alzheimer's disease up to 20 years before the earliest symptoms of dementia appear, according to a study being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

2 Dec 2024

Who gets obesity drugs covered by insurance? In North Carolina, it helps if you’re on Medicaid

After losing and regaining the same 20-plus pounds more times than she could count, Anita Blanchard concluded that diets don't work.

2 Dec 2024

Men face sharper brain aging from obesity and heart risks

Obesity and cardiovascular risk factors accelerate brain volume loss, with males experiencing earlier and more significant impacts, highlighting the importance of early interventions to prevent neurodegeneration.

1 Dec 2024

Star power eclipses science in obesity discussions on social media

Celebrity tweets about obesity and weight loss attract far more positive engagement than those from medical authorities, underscoring their potential as powerful health messengers.

1 Dec 2024

Ultra-processed foods increase active psoriasis risk, study shows

This study highlights a significant link between high ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption and active psoriasis, independent of BMI and other factors. The findings emphasize UPFs' contribution to proinflammatory pathways in individuals with this chronic skin condition.

1 Dec 2024

Nearly half of weight loss participants reduced alcohol use after starting anti-obesity medication

Researchers evaluate changes in alcohol use after initiating antiobesity medication.

29 Nov 2024

Research sheds light on how fat cells safely enlarge to store energy

A team at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), led by Professor Miguel Ángel del Pozo Barriuso, who heads the Mechanoadaptation and Caveolae Biology group at the CNIC, has identified an essential mechanism in fat cells (adipocytes) that enables them to enlarge safely to store energy.

28 Nov 2024

How genetic traits contribute to earlier diabetes onset and metabolic challenges in South Asians

The study uncovers genetic factors driving early type 2 diabetes in South Asians, highlighting risks of insulin dependence and medication response challenges.

28 Nov 2024

Expert explores the expanding applications of GLP1 therapies

Researchers review recent advancements in glucagon-like peptide-1-based therapies.

28 Nov 2024

Mandatory calorie labels boost awareness but fail to reduce intake

Mandatory calorie labeling in England's out-of-home food sector did not significantly reduce calories purchased or consumed, but increased consumer awareness and label use.

27 Nov 2024

Understanding the pathophysiological relationship between OSA and metabolic syndrome

Cardiovascular diseases remain a leading cause of mortality globally, particularly among individuals with both obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and metabolic syndrome (MetS).

27 Nov 2024

Can fasting improve diabetes outcomes? Ramadan offers insights

A study during Ramadan shows intermittent fasting improves liver health, gut microbiota richness, and metabolic markers in T2DM patients. However, benefits fade quickly after fasting ends, highlighting the need for sustained interventions.

27 Nov 2024

Philadelphia beverage tax: Did it curb childhood obesity?

The 2017 Philadelphia beverage tax aimed to reduce sugar-sweetened beverage consumption and improve pediatric health. While it significantly reduced sugary drink purchases, its impact on overall pediatric weight was limited, with minor changes observed in specific subgroups.

27 Nov 2024

Social media's role in shaping public attitudes toward obesity

Through an analysis of tweets (now rebranded X) relating to obesity published between April 2019 and December 2022, a study conducted by the Geneva University Hospitals (HUG) and the University of Geneva (UNIGE) has revealed that most of these tweets convey negative sentiments about overweight.

27 Nov 2024

GLP-1 receptor agonists reduce kidney failure risk and cardiovascular events

Researchers evaluate the effects of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists on kidney and cardiovascular outcomes.

27 Nov 2024

Insulin resistance linked to increased risk of aortic stenosis

A large new population study of men over 45 indicates insulin resistance may be an important risk factor for the development of the world's most common heart valve disease – aortic stenosis (AS).

27 Nov 2024