Obesity News and Research

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National disease prevention policies key to pandemic preparedness

A new study has found that countries which had national policies aimed at preventing disease fared better during the global pandemic than those which did not.

18 Mar 2024

Study reveals safety and acceptability of very low calorie diets in teenagers with obesity

Short-term very low calorie diets are safe for teenagers living with moderate to severe obesity when closely monitored by an experienced dietitian, new research to be presented at the European Congress on Obesity (ECO 2024), has found.

18 Mar 2024

Unraveling the complexities of muscle repair in diabetes: A call for targeted research and therapies

Review outlines the impact of diabetes on skeletal muscle regeneration, highlighting the need for focused research and innovative therapies to tackle this growing health issue.

17 Mar 2024

Nanoparticles turbocharge turmeric's curcumin for enhanced health benefits

Study explores nanoparticle-enhanced curcumin formulations, promising to significantly boost its health benefits including anticancer, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects by improving bioavailability and bioactivity.

17 Mar 2024

Study shows the economic benefits of reducing socioeconomic disparities in youth physical activity

What would happen if the existing disparities in physical activity levels between youth of lower and higher socioeconomic statuses were eliminated?

15 Mar 2024

Socioeconomic status shapes the gut microbiome in diverse U.S. population

Study using data from the FAMiLI project reveals socioeconomic status (SES) significantly impacts the gut microbiome's diversity and composition across a diverse U.S. population, underscoring SES's role in gut health and potential health disparities.

14 Mar 2024

Anti-inflammatory gene variant shields men under 75 from severe COVID-19

A certain variant of a key anti-inflammatory gene protects men under age 75 from severe illness and death when hospitalized from COVID-19, a genetic analysis of their blood shows.

14 Mar 2024

High-intensity exercise increases adiponectin concentrations in human breast milk

Although women have breastfed since the beginning of time, there is very little scientific research on how exercise affects breast milk.

14 Mar 2024

Ultra-processed foods: The new silent killer

From fizzy drinks to cereals and packaged snacks to processed meat, ultra-processed foods are packed with additives.

14 Mar 2024

Study explores changes in home food availability and nutrient intake for young children

Early childhood is an important time for learning about nutrition and establishing healthy eating behaviors.

14 Mar 2024

Study offers insight into state Medicaid coverage for anti-obesity drugs

Mounting evidence suggests that FDA-approved weight loss medications, such as Wegovy, not only help patients lose weight but also protect against complications from obesity such as cardiovascular disease.

14 Mar 2024

Study highlights how bariatric surgery substantially improves heart health

Bariatric surgery may result in significant cardiometabolic improvements, particularly among younger, female, or white people and those without comorbidities, according to new research published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society.

14 Mar 2024

Innovative plasma-activated hydrogel dressings revolutionize chronic wound care

An effective treatment for chronic wounds that does not involve antibiotics, but an ionized gas to activate a wound dressing, has been developed by a team of international scientists.

13 Mar 2024

Study reveals decline in cancer mortality among middle-aged people in the UK

A study by Cancer Research UK has revealed that fewer middle-aged people are dying from cancer in the UK than at any point over the last 25 years.

13 Mar 2024

Obesity drug tirzepatide reduces bodyweight, waist circumference regardless of the duration of disease

New research to be presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity (Venice, Italy, May 12-15) shows that the obesity medication tirzepatide consistently reduces bodyweight and waist circumference regardless of the length of time the person has been living with overweight or obesity.

13 Mar 2024

Many people living in extreme poverty have CVD-related conditions, study reveals

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Obesity News and Research

Latest Obesity News and Research

National disease prevention policies key to pandemic preparedness

Study reveals safety and acceptability of very low calorie diets in teenagers with obesity

Unraveling the complexities of muscle repair in diabetes: A call for targeted research and therapies

Nanoparticles turbocharge turmeric's curcumin for enhanced health benefits

Study shows the economic benefits of reducing socioeconomic disparities in youth physical activity

Socioeconomic status shapes the gut microbiome in diverse U.S. population

Anti-inflammatory gene variant shields men under 75 from severe COVID-19

High-intensity exercise increases adiponectin concentrations in human breast milk

Ultra-processed foods: The new silent killer

Study explores changes in home food availability and nutrient intake for young children

Study offers insight into state Medicaid coverage for anti-obesity drugs

Study highlights how bariatric surgery substantially improves heart health

Innovative plasma-activated hydrogel dressings revolutionize chronic wound care

Study reveals decline in cancer mortality among middle-aged people in the UK

Obesity drug tirzepatide reduces bodyweight, waist circumference regardless of the duration of disease

Many people living in extreme poverty have CVD-related conditions, study reveals

Age-related changes in the shape of brain neurons lead to middle-age obesity

Study offers new hope for patients suffering from end-stage renal disease and obesity

Obesity in early childhood linked to higher rates of musculoskeletal consultations

Apple cider vinegar shows promise in weight loss and metabolic health

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

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Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

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