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Over 50% of adults predicted to be obese by 2050

Global obesity rates are predicted to exceed 50% among adults by 2050 without urgent action.

Lower-income countries will face the most significant increases in obesity rates.

Nigeria's obesity population could triple, highlighting urgent health concerns.

More than half of adults worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050 report

By 2050, over half of all adults and a third of children globally are predicted to be overweight or obese, straining healthcare.

New anti-obesity drugs already outperform Ozempic

Simplistic approaches to obesity are largely ineffective long-term; modern treatments show promise in addressing the condition more effectively.

Nearly half of women in Africa will be obese or overweight by 2030 study

Obesity in Africa is rising at alarming rates, particularly among women, prompting urgent health concerns and comparisons to the HIV epidemic.

Most adults, a third of children will be overweight or obese by 2050: Study

By 2050, nearly 60% of adults and a third of children could be overweight or obese without government intervention.

Genetic evidence that diabetes drug GLP-1 receptor agonists achieve weight loss primarily by reducing fat mass more than muscle

GLP-1 receptor agonists help lower blood sugar and aid weight loss by reducing fat mass more than muscle mass.

Over 50% of adults predicted to be obese by 2050

Global obesity rates are predicted to exceed 50% among adults by 2050 without urgent action.

Lower-income countries will face the most significant increases in obesity rates.

Nigeria's obesity population could triple, highlighting urgent health concerns.

More than half of adults worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050 report

By 2050, over half of all adults and a third of children globally are predicted to be overweight or obese, straining healthcare.

New anti-obesity drugs already outperform Ozempic

Simplistic approaches to obesity are largely ineffective long-term; modern treatments show promise in addressing the condition more effectively.

Nearly half of women in Africa will be obese or overweight by 2030 study

Obesity in Africa is rising at alarming rates, particularly among women, prompting urgent health concerns and comparisons to the HIV epidemic.

Most adults, a third of children will be overweight or obese by 2050: Study

By 2050, nearly 60% of adults and a third of children could be overweight or obese without government intervention.

Genetic evidence that diabetes drug GLP-1 receptor agonists achieve weight loss primarily by reducing fat mass more than muscle

GLP-1 receptor agonists help lower blood sugar and aid weight loss by reducing fat mass more than muscle mass.

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Florida death row inmate's lawyers argue he shouldn't be executed because he's 'morbidly obese'

Lawyers argue execution would be unconstitutional due to inmate's obesity and health issues complicating lethal injection.

Florida Attorney General rejects appeal for inmate's execution relief citing lack of evidence.

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Ozempic is about to get a lot cheaper. If Trump can agree to a Biden-era idea:

The Biden administration proposes covering weight-loss injectables under Medicare and Medicaid, potentially aiding millions of obese Americans.

Bernie Sanders is taking on ultra-processed foods - with RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement as an unlikely ally

Bernie Sanders is advocating for warning labels on ultra-processed foods to promote healthier choices and combat rising obesity rates among children.

RFK Jr. dares governor of West Virginia - America's fattest state - to do regular public weigh-ins

HHS Secretary Kennedy is promoting health initiatives in West Virginia, including a ban on food dyes and restrictions on SNAP benefits for soda.

NHS gets 12 years to roll out new weight-loss drug Mounjaro

A new weight-loss jab, Mounjaro, will be rolled out on the NHS, but the implementation may take up to 12 years due to service capacity concerns.

Can RFK Jr. Limit Ozempic Access as HHS Chief? Here's What to Know

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. argues that access to healthy food is key to solving obesity and diabetes, criticizing reliance on drug treatments like Ozempic.

Ozempic is about to get a lot cheaper. If Trump can agree to a Biden-era idea:

The Biden administration proposes covering weight-loss injectables under Medicare and Medicaid, potentially aiding millions of obese Americans.

Bernie Sanders is taking on ultra-processed foods - with RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement as an unlikely ally

Bernie Sanders is advocating for warning labels on ultra-processed foods to promote healthier choices and combat rising obesity rates among children.

RFK Jr. dares governor of West Virginia - America's fattest state - to do regular public weigh-ins

HHS Secretary Kennedy is promoting health initiatives in West Virginia, including a ban on food dyes and restrictions on SNAP benefits for soda.

NHS gets 12 years to roll out new weight-loss drug Mounjaro

A new weight-loss jab, Mounjaro, will be rolled out on the NHS, but the implementation may take up to 12 years due to service capacity concerns.

Can RFK Jr. Limit Ozempic Access as HHS Chief? Here's What to Know

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. argues that access to healthy food is key to solving obesity and diabetes, criticizing reliance on drug treatments like Ozempic.

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#weight-management

Kimchi reduces body fat and boosts gut health, new study reveals

Kimchi may aid in weight management and gut health for overweight adults, suggesting its potential as a dietary solution for obesity.

Your zero-calorie sweetener is actually changing how your brain works

Sucralose may increase hunger, complicating its role as a weight management aid despite being a zero-calorie sweetener.

Weed and Weight Loss?

Cannabis is being researched for its potential in weight management and combating obesity.

Kimchi reduces body fat and boosts gut health, new study reveals

Kimchi may aid in weight management and gut health for overweight adults, suggesting its potential as a dietary solution for obesity.

Your zero-calorie sweetener is actually changing how your brain works

Sucralose may increase hunger, complicating its role as a weight management aid despite being a zero-calorie sweetener.

Weed and Weight Loss?

Cannabis is being researched for its potential in weight management and combating obesity.

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'Obesity is a disease, not a moral failure - medics need to treat it as such': Professor says over a million people in Ireland would qualify for weight-loss drugs

Some doctors are neglecting to prescribe effective obesity medications like Ozempic due to misconceptions about obesity as a disease.

Scientists discover same hungry genes' make humans and labradors fat

Obesity in Labradors is linked to the same gene as in humans, revealing insights into the biology of overeating.

Scientists discover 'fat gene' that hardwires you for obesity

A newly discovered fat gene, DENND1B, may affect weight gain resistance and is linked to obesity in both humans and Labrador retrievers.

Why Do Most People Quit Ozempic after Two Years?

Weight-loss drugs like semaglutide are effective, but most patients discontinue use within two years, leading to weight regain.

Hardest Geezer suggests daily 5km runs to tackle Britain's obesity crisis

Increasing daily physical activity through initiatives like a 5km run could significantly reduce obesity rates and burden on the NHS in the UK.

'In the States, they're injecting 12-year-olds. That isn't here yet, but it's on the way' - Kathryn Thomas on her weight-loss drugs documentary

Weight-loss drugs are easily obtainable, but caution is advised due to personal and ethical concerns.

'Obesity is a disease, not a moral failure - medics need to treat it as such': Professor says over a million people in Ireland would qualify for weight-loss drugs

Some doctors are neglecting to prescribe effective obesity medications like Ozempic due to misconceptions about obesity as a disease.

Scientists discover same hungry genes' make humans and labradors fat

Obesity in Labradors is linked to the same gene as in humans, revealing insights into the biology of overeating.

Scientists discover 'fat gene' that hardwires you for obesity

A newly discovered fat gene, DENND1B, may affect weight gain resistance and is linked to obesity in both humans and Labrador retrievers.

Why Do Most People Quit Ozempic after Two Years?

Weight-loss drugs like semaglutide are effective, but most patients discontinue use within two years, leading to weight regain.

Hardest Geezer suggests daily 5km runs to tackle Britain's obesity crisis

Increasing daily physical activity through initiatives like a 5km run could significantly reduce obesity rates and burden on the NHS in the UK.

'In the States, they're injecting 12-year-olds. That isn't here yet, but it's on the way' - Kathryn Thomas on her weight-loss drugs documentary

Weight-loss drugs are easily obtainable, but caution is advised due to personal and ethical concerns.

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The Psychology of Addiction and Obesity: New Treatments

Addiction and obesity share neurological pathways, reinforcing compulsive behaviors.

GLP-1 receptor agonists may help regulate both appetite and addictive cravings.

Emerging compounds, such as MEAI, are being studied for its potential in addiction treatment.

A holistic approach combining therapy, medication, and new research offers hope.

Have we accidentally bred some dogs for obesity?

Genetic risk influences obesity in Labradors, highlighting the role of selective breeding and diet in dog training and health.

#health-risks

Marriage triples risk of obesity in men but not women, study reveals

Marriage greatly increases obesity risk for men but not women.

Fatty muscles raise the risk of serious heart disease regardless of overall body weight

Intermuscular fat increases the risk of heart attacks and heart failure, regardless of BMI.

Reframing obesity may end the diagnosis debate, but the health challenges remain

Obesity is a serious health issue affecting various organs and increasing disease risks, necessitating better diagnosis methods beyond just BMI.

Redefining Obesity With New Global Guidelines - News Center

New guidelines aim to redefine obesity diagnosis beyond BMI, utilizing objective health measures.

Two new categories, clinical and pre-clinical obesity, assist in better categorizing obesity-related health risks.

Emphasis on stigma-free treatment approaches for all individuals living with obesity.

Marriage triples risk of obesity in men but not women, study reveals

Marriage greatly increases obesity risk for men but not women.

Fatty muscles raise the risk of serious heart disease regardless of overall body weight

Intermuscular fat increases the risk of heart attacks and heart failure, regardless of BMI.

Reframing obesity may end the diagnosis debate, but the health challenges remain

Obesity is a serious health issue affecting various organs and increasing disease risks, necessitating better diagnosis methods beyond just BMI.

Redefining Obesity With New Global Guidelines - News Center

New guidelines aim to redefine obesity diagnosis beyond BMI, utilizing objective health measures.

Two new categories, clinical and pre-clinical obesity, assist in better categorizing obesity-related health risks.

Emphasis on stigma-free treatment approaches for all individuals living with obesity.

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#healthcare

Obesity starts in the brain

Recent study links insulin sensitivity in the brain to obesity, suggesting diet's direct impact on brain function and health.

Obesity, recognized as a disease, poses challenges for healthcare systems globally.

Sizing up: how stadiums, hospitals and airlines are adapting to rise in obesity

Industries worldwide are adapting to accommodate increasing rates of obesity, reflecting a shift in societal norms around body size.

Move aside BMI: There's a better way to define obesity, commission finds

A committee has proposed redefining obesity to include more metrics beyond BMI, aiming for a better assessment of body composition.

Biden administration pushes anti-obesity drug pressure to Trump

Medicare and Medicaid are expanding access to anti-obesity drugs, addressing a significant barrier in treating obesity for millions of Americans.

Biden proposes Medicare and Medicaid cover costly weight-loss drugs for millions of obese Americans

Millions of Americans with obesity may gain Medicare/Medicaid coverage for weight-loss drugs, marking a significant policy shift and potential cost-saving.

Obesity Drugs Would Be Covered by Medicare and Medicaid Under Biden Proposal

Biden administration proposes Medicare and Medicaid coverage for obesity medications, allowing millions more Americans to access treatment for obesity.

Obesity starts in the brain

Recent study links insulin sensitivity in the brain to obesity, suggesting diet's direct impact on brain function and health.

Obesity, recognized as a disease, poses challenges for healthcare systems globally.

Sizing up: how stadiums, hospitals and airlines are adapting to rise in obesity

Industries worldwide are adapting to accommodate increasing rates of obesity, reflecting a shift in societal norms around body size.

Move aside BMI: There's a better way to define obesity, commission finds

A committee has proposed redefining obesity to include more metrics beyond BMI, aiming for a better assessment of body composition.

Biden administration pushes anti-obesity drug pressure to Trump

Medicare and Medicaid are expanding access to anti-obesity drugs, addressing a significant barrier in treating obesity for millions of Americans.

Biden proposes Medicare and Medicaid cover costly weight-loss drugs for millions of obese Americans

Millions of Americans with obesity may gain Medicare/Medicaid coverage for weight-loss drugs, marking a significant policy shift and potential cost-saving.

Obesity Drugs Would Be Covered by Medicare and Medicaid Under Biden Proposal

Biden administration proposes Medicare and Medicaid coverage for obesity medications, allowing millions more Americans to access treatment for obesity.

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Binge Now, Pay Later: The Effects of Junk Food on Your Brain

Short-term junk food binges can alter brain function, leading to long-term challenges with appetite regulation.

#neuroscience

Are Ultraprocessed Foods Addictive?

Ultraprocessed foods may be addictive, impacting our tendency to overeat them and contributing to obesity.

Room for dessert? Here's why your brain says yes to sugar

Sugar hijacks the body's satiety signals, leading to increased cravings and potential overconsumption.

Ever Wonder Why You Can Always Find Room for Dessert?

Opioid signaling in brain circuits drives sugar cravings after meals, despite satiety.

Are Ultraprocessed Foods Addictive?

Ultraprocessed foods may be addictive, impacting our tendency to overeat them and contributing to obesity.

Room for dessert? Here's why your brain says yes to sugar

Sugar hijacks the body's satiety signals, leading to increased cravings and potential overconsumption.

Ever Wonder Why You Can Always Find Room for Dessert?

Opioid signaling in brain circuits drives sugar cravings after meals, despite satiety.

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#nutrition

Teens suffering from obesity have a broken circadian clock

Circadian disruptions and irregular eating routines significantly contribute to rising obesity rates among adolescents.

Why High-Fructose Corn Syrup Must Be Removed from Our Food

High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is metabolized differently than table sugar, contributing to obesity.

HFCS's lax label regulations mislead consumers about its presence in food products.

Opinion: Weight-loss drugs are great, but real food still matters

Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are a start, but solving obesity requires addressing underlying food system issues.

A Survivor's Guide to Ultra-Processed Foods

Ultra-processed foods comprise about 58% of the American diet, affecting health negatively.

Opinion | Overcoming Obesity, With Diet and Physical Education

Diet plays a crucial role in obesity; promoting home cooking and nutritional education is essential.

Physical education must be prioritized in schools to combat childhood obesity effectively.

Teens suffering from obesity have a broken circadian clock

Circadian disruptions and irregular eating routines significantly contribute to rising obesity rates among adolescents.

Why High-Fructose Corn Syrup Must Be Removed from Our Food

High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is metabolized differently than table sugar, contributing to obesity.

HFCS's lax label regulations mislead consumers about its presence in food products.

Opinion: Weight-loss drugs are great, but real food still matters

Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are a start, but solving obesity requires addressing underlying food system issues.

A Survivor's Guide to Ultra-Processed Foods

Ultra-processed foods comprise about 58% of the American diet, affecting health negatively.

Opinion | Overcoming Obesity, With Diet and Physical Education

Diet plays a crucial role in obesity; promoting home cooking and nutritional education is essential.

Physical education must be prioritized in schools to combat childhood obesity effectively.

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Life expectancy in Europe is no longer growing as it used to

Life expectancy growth in Europe is slowing due to rising obesity and alcohol consumption.

#weight-loss

Oprah Winfrey reveals taking GLP-1 weight-loss drug made her realize what she got wrong about 'thin people'

Oprah Winfrey's perspective on weight and hunger changed after using GLP-1 drugs, challenging misconceptions about thin people and willpower.

Johann Hari, journalist: It's so ingrained in our culture that obesity is a sin'

Dozens of new obesity drugs are coming: these are the ones to watch

Cook's experience underscores the emerging treatment strategies for obesity, focusing on Appetite suppression and muscle preservation.

Holiday Weight Loss Tips: How To Lose Weight This Holiday

Planning ahead during the holidays can help maintain weight loss goals.

Dizzy after one drink? Social drinkers on obesity drugs lose the taste for alcohol

Obesity medications like Mounjaro can reduce alcohol cravings and consumption among users, with many reporting decreased enjoyment in alcohol.

Experts create controllable gastric balloon to aid weight loss

An innovative gastric balloon can inflate and deflate to improve weight loss effectiveness by simulating food intake.

Oprah Winfrey reveals taking GLP-1 weight-loss drug made her realize what she got wrong about 'thin people'

Oprah Winfrey's perspective on weight and hunger changed after using GLP-1 drugs, challenging misconceptions about thin people and willpower.

Johann Hari, journalist: It's so ingrained in our culture that obesity is a sin'

Dozens of new obesity drugs are coming: these are the ones to watch

Cook's experience underscores the emerging treatment strategies for obesity, focusing on Appetite suppression and muscle preservation.

Holiday Weight Loss Tips: How To Lose Weight This Holiday

Planning ahead during the holidays can help maintain weight loss goals.

Dizzy after one drink? Social drinkers on obesity drugs lose the taste for alcohol

Obesity medications like Mounjaro can reduce alcohol cravings and consumption among users, with many reporting decreased enjoyment in alcohol.

Experts create controllable gastric balloon to aid weight loss

An innovative gastric balloon can inflate and deflate to improve weight loss effectiveness by simulating food intake.

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#glp-1-drugs

The weight loss drug revolution is shrinking America's waistline

GLP-1 drugs are potentially reversing America's obesity crisis with projected usage rising to 18 million by 2029.

An Unexpected Irony of Popular Weight-Loss Therapy

GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may pose risks to vision, highlighting an ironic medical paradox.

The weight loss drug revolution is shrinking America's waistline

GLP-1 drugs are potentially reversing America's obesity crisis with projected usage rising to 18 million by 2029.

An Unexpected Irony of Popular Weight-Loss Therapy

GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may pose risks to vision, highlighting an ironic medical paradox.

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A Promising New Development for the Millions of People with Liver Disease

Weight-loss surgery significantly reduces complications in patients with fatty liver disease and cirrhosis.

Why is obesity linked to irregular heart rhythms? Researchers found 1 potential mechanism

Obesity significantly impacts heart rhythm, primarily through the enzyme NOX2, increased oxidative stress, and cardiac remodeling.

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Science in 2025: the events to watch for next year

Emerging obesity treatments like orforglipron and retatrutide show significant potential, possibly transforming the landscape of weight loss drugs in 2025.

Verdiva launches with $410M for weight loss drugs to challenge Ozempic, Wegovy

Verdiva has raised $410 million to develop oral drugs for obesity, challenging established players by addressing unmet medical needs in weight loss.

Biden proposes Medicare and Medicaid cover weight-loss drugs for 7.4m people

The Biden administration aims to provide free weight loss drugs to low-income individuals and retirees to combat obesity.

Biden proposes Medicare and Medicaid cover costly weight-loss drugs for millions of obese Americans

New Medicare and Medicaid rule could cover popular weight-loss drugs for millions of obese Americans, representing a significant shift in healthcare policy.

Weight-loss drugs are sending Americans back to their doctors. And it's not why you think

Powerful weight-loss drugs are increasing patient engagement and diagnoses of obesity-related conditions in the U.S. healthcare system.

Pharmacists in warning over weight-loss jab sales

Online sales of weight-loss drugs pose safety risks, demanding stricter regulations and face-to-face consultations to ensure patient well-being.

Science in 2025: the events to watch for next year

Emerging obesity treatments like orforglipron and retatrutide show significant potential, possibly transforming the landscape of weight loss drugs in 2025.

Verdiva launches with $410M for weight loss drugs to challenge Ozempic, Wegovy

Verdiva has raised $410 million to develop oral drugs for obesity, challenging established players by addressing unmet medical needs in weight loss.

Biden proposes Medicare and Medicaid cover weight-loss drugs for 7.4m people

The Biden administration aims to provide free weight loss drugs to low-income individuals and retirees to combat obesity.

Biden proposes Medicare and Medicaid cover costly weight-loss drugs for millions of obese Americans

New Medicare and Medicaid rule could cover popular weight-loss drugs for millions of obese Americans, representing a significant shift in healthcare policy.

Weight-loss drugs are sending Americans back to their doctors. And it's not why you think

Powerful weight-loss drugs are increasing patient engagement and diagnoses of obesity-related conditions in the U.S. healthcare system.

Pharmacists in warning over weight-loss jab sales

Online sales of weight-loss drugs pose safety risks, demanding stricter regulations and face-to-face consultations to ensure patient well-being.

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#body-mass-index

BMI, one of the most popular ways of telling if you're a healthy weight, is bogus. Here's what to use instead.

BMI is an inadequate measure for diagnosing obesity and health risks.

Experts advocate for a more comprehensive assessment of health beyond just weight.

Experts Argue It's Time for Obesity to Be Defined Beyond BMI

BMI is an imperfect tool indicating obesity and should be replaced or supplemented with better metrics.

Obesity can be categorized into clinical and preclinical to improve diagnosis and treatment.

A new framework for obesity diagnosis offers a more objective and globally applicable method.

BMI, one of the most popular ways of telling if you're a healthy weight, is bogus. Here's what to use instead.

BMI is an inadequate measure for diagnosing obesity and health risks.

Experts advocate for a more comprehensive assessment of health beyond just weight.

Experts Argue It's Time for Obesity to Be Defined Beyond BMI

BMI is an imperfect tool indicating obesity and should be replaced or supplemented with better metrics.

Obesity can be categorized into clinical and preclinical to improve diagnosis and treatment.

A new framework for obesity diagnosis offers a more objective and globally applicable method.

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London-based Verdiva Bio launches with 398.4M to challenge Ozempic's reign in obesity treatment - Silicon Canals

Verdiva Bio launches with $411M funding to develop innovative therapies for obesity and cardiometabolic disorders.

Leading therapy, VRB-101, shows strong efficacy in initial trials.

Targeting a brain enzyme to curb obesity

Modulating endocannabinoids in the brain may offer a novel approach to combat obesity.

The Diet Age Could Soon Be Over

Ozempic and GLP-1 drugs are challenging the traditional reliance on diet and exercise for obesity management.

'The uniform was tighter': Almost a quarter of the U.S. military became obese during the pandemic

Obesity in the U.S. military surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, impacting readiness and increasing health-related costs significantly.

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#obesity#obesity

Over 50% of adults predicted to be obese by 2050

More than half of adults worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050 report

New anti-obesity drugs already outperform Ozempic

Nearly half of women in Africa will be obese or overweight by 2030 study

Most adults, a third of children will be overweight or obese by 2050: Study

Genetic evidence that diabetes drug GLP-1 receptor agonists achieve weight loss primarily by reducing fat mass more than muscle

Over 50% of adults predicted to be obese by 2050

More than half of adults worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050 report

New anti-obesity drugs already outperform Ozempic

Nearly half of women in Africa will be obese or overweight by 2030 study

Most adults, a third of children will be overweight or obese by 2050: Study

Genetic evidence that diabetes drug GLP-1 receptor agonists achieve weight loss primarily by reducing fat mass more than muscle

Florida death row inmate's lawyers argue he shouldn't be executed because he's 'morbidly obese'

Ozempic is about to get a lot cheaper. If Trump can agree to a Biden-era idea:

Bernie Sanders is taking on ultra-processed foods - with RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement as an unlikely ally

RFK Jr. dares governor of West Virginia - America's fattest state - to do regular public weigh-ins

NHS gets 12 years to roll out new weight-loss drug Mounjaro

Can RFK Jr. Limit Ozempic Access as HHS Chief? Here's What to Know

Ozempic is about to get a lot cheaper. If Trump can agree to a Biden-era idea:

Bernie Sanders is taking on ultra-processed foods - with RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement as an unlikely ally

RFK Jr. dares governor of West Virginia - America's fattest state - to do regular public weigh-ins

NHS gets 12 years to roll out new weight-loss drug Mounjaro

Can RFK Jr. Limit Ozempic Access as HHS Chief? Here's What to Know

Kimchi reduces body fat and boosts gut health, new study reveals

Your zero-calorie sweetener is actually changing how your brain works

Weed and Weight Loss?

Kimchi reduces body fat and boosts gut health, new study reveals

Your zero-calorie sweetener is actually changing how your brain works

Weed and Weight Loss?

'Obesity is a disease, not a moral failure - medics need to treat it as such': Professor says over a million people in Ireland would qualify for weight-loss drugs

Scientists discover same hungry genes' make humans and labradors fat

Scientists discover 'fat gene' that hardwires you for obesity

Why Do Most People Quit Ozempic after Two Years?

Hardest Geezer suggests daily 5km runs to tackle Britain's obesity crisis

'In the States, they're injecting 12-year-olds. That isn't here yet, but it's on the way' - Kathryn Thomas on her weight-loss drugs documentary

'Obesity is a disease, not a moral failure - medics need to treat it as such': Professor says over a million people in Ireland would qualify for weight-loss drugs

Scientists discover same hungry genes' make humans and labradors fat

Scientists discover 'fat gene' that hardwires you for obesity

Why Do Most People Quit Ozempic after Two Years?

Hardest Geezer suggests daily 5km runs to tackle Britain's obesity crisis

'In the States, they're injecting 12-year-olds. That isn't here yet, but it's on the way' - Kathryn Thomas on her weight-loss drugs documentary

The Psychology of Addiction and Obesity: New Treatments

Have we accidentally bred some dogs for obesity?

Marriage triples risk of obesity in men but not women, study reveals

Fatty muscles raise the risk of serious heart disease regardless of overall body weight

Reframing obesity may end the diagnosis debate, but the health challenges remain

Redefining Obesity With New Global Guidelines - News Center

Marriage triples risk of obesity in men but not women, study reveals

Fatty muscles raise the risk of serious heart disease regardless of overall body weight

Reframing obesity may end the diagnosis debate, but the health challenges remain

Redefining Obesity With New Global Guidelines - News Center

Obesity starts in the brain

Sizing up: how stadiums, hospitals and airlines are adapting to rise in obesity

Move aside BMI: There's a better way to define obesity, commission finds

Biden administration pushes anti-obesity drug pressure to Trump

Biden proposes Medicare and Medicaid cover costly weight-loss drugs for millions of obese Americans

Obesity Drugs Would Be Covered by Medicare and Medicaid Under Biden Proposal

Obesity starts in the brain

Sizing up: how stadiums, hospitals and airlines are adapting to rise in obesity

Move aside BMI: There's a better way to define obesity, commission finds

Biden administration pushes anti-obesity drug pressure to Trump

Biden proposes Medicare and Medicaid cover costly weight-loss drugs for millions of obese Americans

Obesity Drugs Would Be Covered by Medicare and Medicaid Under Biden Proposal

Binge Now, Pay Later: The Effects of Junk Food on Your Brain

Are Ultraprocessed Foods Addictive?

Room for dessert? Here's why your brain says yes to sugar

Ever Wonder Why You Can Always Find Room for Dessert?

Are Ultraprocessed Foods Addictive?

Room for dessert? Here's why your brain says yes to sugar

Ever Wonder Why You Can Always Find Room for Dessert?

Teens suffering from obesity have a broken circadian clock

Why High-Fructose Corn Syrup Must Be Removed from Our Food

Opinion: Weight-loss drugs are great, but real food still matters

A Survivor's Guide to Ultra-Processed Foods

Opinion | Overcoming Obesity, With Diet and Physical Education

Teens suffering from obesity have a broken circadian clock

Why High-Fructose Corn Syrup Must Be Removed from Our Food

Opinion: Weight-loss drugs are great, but real food still matters

A Survivor's Guide to Ultra-Processed Foods

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#obesity