Nigella Lawson weighs in on Ozempic craze sweeping Hollywood Oprah Winfrey and Sharon Osbourne are among the many stars using the weight-loss jab The Independent UK · May 20, 2024
May the force be well 1,347 police personnel died in 1,460 days due to various reasons, prompting strategies to improve mental and physical health. The Hindu · May 18, 2024
Early blood sugar control for type 2 diabetes ‘can lead to fewer deaths’ Researchers say their findings strengthen the case for identifying people with type 2 diabetes at the earliest opportunity. The Independent UK · May 18, 2024
Man undergoes complex surgeries to restore mobility and improve kidney health 55-year-old man undergoes surgeries for peripheral vascular disease and kidney health, recovers well post-surgery at Madras Medical Mission. The Hindu · May 17, 2024
Planning To Lose Weight? Here's A Technique Recommended For Men A simple intervention technique that involves receiving text messages with cash incentives could improve men's chances of losing weight by around four times, a recent study revealed. Medical Daily · May 16, 2024
No screens at meals and insect food: four fresh findings about obesity The European Congress on Obesity conference in Venice also hears about how financial incentives could help men lose weight The Guardian - UK · May 16, 2024
General, central obesities linked to higher risk of colorectal cancer While researchers have known that obese individuals have a higher risk of colorectal cancer, a new study reports evidence not all obese people are at equal risk. Instead, the risk seems to be higher for those who are “generally obese” and those who are “tall and centrally obese”. The Hindu · May 16, 2024
UK free school meal allowances too low for healthy lunches, study finds Researchers also find lack of fresh fruit and vegetables in schools and say portion sizes sometimes not enough The Guardian - UK · May 15, 2024
NHS Is Paying Obese Men £400 To Lose Weight and Texting Them to 'Avoid the Kebab Shop' Cash for weight loss? UK experts say it could save NHS money on diabetes and heart disease, but mental health risks of obesity add complexity. International Business Times UK · May 15, 2024
Cash incentives may help men lose weight, research finds Men with obesity offered incentives and sent healthy-eating tips in Game of Stones trial found to have lost most weight The Guardian - UK · May 15, 2024
Young children with persistent severe obesity could have half average life expectancy, study finds Research finds four-year-old boy who remains severely obese into adulthood has life expectancy of 39 The Guardian - UK · May 14, 2024
Can weight-loss drugs such as Ozempic also treat addiction and dementia? Studies show active ingredient semaglutide can reduce the risk of heart attack, improve fertility and help treat diabetes The Guardian - UK · May 14, 2024
Source Of Sugar Matters More Than Amount For Childhood Obesity: Study Children who get more sugar from sweet snacks, confectioneries, sweetened milk, and yogurt drinks, have a higher risk of gaining weight, the study revealed. Medical Daily · May 14, 2024
Smokers Gain Weight When They Quit Smoking: Here's Why The study found that smokers tend to eat less and stick to unhealthy eating habits compared to nonsmokers. Medical Daily · May 13, 2024
The Guardian - UK · May 12, 2024 Overweight people more likely to take sick leave, European study finds Economic impact laid bare by findings has implications for UK where about two-thirds of people are overweight or obese
The Guardian - AU · May 12, 2024 If a chronic health condition is making you feel guilty for not being ‘perfect’, try some self-compassion Ask yourself how you would respond if your best friend were in the same situation. You wouldn’t think any worse of her, would you?
Top News · May 12, 2024 Survey Reveals High Demand For GLP-1 Drugs In US Learn about the prevalence and usage of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro in the US, including concerns over affordability and supply shortages.
Medical Daily · May 10, 2024 Study Explains How Night Shift Workers Are Prone To Diabetes, Obesity Working on the night shift for as little as three days can disrupt the protein rhythms, raising the risk of diabetes, a recent study has revealed.
The Hindu · May 10, 2024 ICMR releases 17 dietary guidelines, says 56.4% of disease burden in India due to unhealthy diets The new ICMR guidelines recommend restricting salt intake, using oils and fat in moderation, doing proper exercise, minimising sugar and ultra-processed foods.
WEKU · May 8, 2024 Decades-old law limits access to Wegovy for Medicaid beneficiaries New medications like Wegovy are changing the way people lose weight and manage obesity, but many Medicaid beneficiaries can't get them.
Top News · May 7, 2024 FDA Allows Yogurt Claim To Reduce Diabetes Risk FDA allows yogurt producers to claim reduced Type 2 diabetes risk despite limited evidence. Consumers advised to critically evaluate labeling claims.
AAP · May 6, 2024 Mother tried to murder disabled daughter, court told A woman has denied attempting to murder her severely disabled daughter by injecting her with a lethal dose of insulin.
Medical Daily · May 6, 2024 Ancient Grains Help Improve Blood Sugar, Cholesterol Levels In Diabetes Patients: Study The study revealed that oats, brown rice, and millet could improve various diabetes markers such as insulin levels, fasting blood sugar, and Hemoglobin A1C and are associated with improved cholesterol levels indicating better heart health in diabetes patients.
Top News · May 3, 2024 Avocado Consumption Linked To Lower Diabetes Risk In Women Study suggests avocado consumption may lower diabetes risk in women. Avocados are rich in nutrients but not a standalone solution for diabetes prevention.
Al Jazeera · May 2, 2024 What is behind the insulin shortage in the US? Pharma companies are slashing insulin production in favour of more lucrative weight-loss drugs.