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Preventing Middle-Age Spread: Skipping These Foods Will Help, New Study Finds
New evidence details which foods to eat and which to avoid if you want to keep the scale from creeping up during middle age.
Morning Exercise May Be Best for Weight Control, New Study Finds
Moderate-to-vigorous exercise in the morning benefits both weight management and health outcomes, new research shows.
Should You Fast Before Exercise?
Fasting before exercise has potential health and training benefits, researcher says.
Popular Weight Loss Drug Helps Reverse Obesity in Teens, New Study Finds
Nearly half of teens with obesity no longer had the disease after taking once-weekly semaglutide (Wegovy) as part of an overall weight loss program, researchers say.
Popular Weight-loss Surgery May Weaken Bones in Young Patients, New Study Finds
Teens and young adults who have sleeve gastrectomy surgery may lose bone density and strength, according to new research.
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Calories, Not Meal Timing, Key to Weight Loss: Study
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- April 19, 2024
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A head-to-head trial of obese, pre-diabetic people who ate the same amount of daily calories -- with one group following a fasting schedule and the other eating freely -- found no difference in weight loss or other health indicators.
So, despite the fact that fasting die...
Weight-loss Drug Zepbound Eases Sleep Apnea in Company Trials
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- April 17, 2024
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Zepbound, one of the wildly popular weight-loss drugs that millions of Americans now take, eased sleep apnea in obese adults in two company trials, drug maker Eli Lilly announced Wednesday.
Mouse Study Shows Microplastics Migrating From Gut to Other Organs
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- April 17, 2024
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Microplastics could be migrating from the digestive tract into the kidneys, livers and brains of human beings, a new mouse study suggests.
Lab mice exposed to microplastics in their drinking water wound up with the tiny plastic particles lodged in a number of different o...
Ozempic, Wegovy Won't Boost Thyroid Cancer Risk: Study
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- April 10, 2024
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Wegovy, Ozempic and other drugs known as GLP-1 analogues have become wildly popular for controlling diabetes and helping folks lose weight.
There were concerns that longer term use of the drugs might raise users' odds for thyroid cancer, but a Swedish study of more than...
Another Study Warns of Surgery Risks for Folks Taking Ozempic, Wegovy
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 29, 2024
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People taking weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy need to drop them in the days or weeks prior to surgery, a new study warns.
Folks on one of these drugs -- known as GLP-1 recep...
Medicare to Cover Wegovy When Patients Also Have Heart Disease
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- March 22, 2024
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Medicare will now cover the popular weight-loss drug Wegovy if patients using it also have heart disease, U.S. officials announced Thursday.
The move comes after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved drugmaker Novo Nordisk's application to add
Could Intermittent Fasting Diets Raise Heart Risks?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 19, 2024
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Intermittent fasting might be bad for your heart, a new study warns.
People who restricted their eating to an 8-hour window had nearly twice the risk of heart-related death compared to folks who ate freely, results show.
This runs counter to previous research in wh...
Zepbound Helps Obese People Shed Pounds, Regardless of Starting Weight
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- March 14, 2024
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The blockbuster weight-loss medication Zepbound (tirzepatide) appears to help folks quickly shed pounds regardless of how overweight they are, or how long they've lived being overweight or obese.
Those are the findings of...
Precautions Needed When Folks Taking Ozempic, Wegovy Undergo Anesthesia
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- March 13, 2024
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Nurses who specialize in anesthesia have issued new guidelines to reduce the risk that patients taking weight-loss drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy...
FDA Approves Wegovy to Help Prevent Heart Attack, Stroke
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- March 8, 2024
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Wegovy (semaglutide), the weight-loss version of blockbuster diabetes drug Ozempic, was approved on Friday by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to help prevent heart attack, stroke and heart death.
“Wegovy is now the first weight-loss medication to also be approved...
Wegovy, Ozempic Use Could Complicate Your Surgery
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 6, 2024
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Weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic can increase a person's risk of throwing up during surgery while under anesthesia, a new study reports.
People are typically asked to fast prior to surgery because general anesthesia can cause nausea, and they might inhale and ch...
How to Keep the 'Ozempic Effect' Going: Exercise
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 23, 2024
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An open question for weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound has been whether folks will keep the pounds off when they stop taking them.
Regular exercise could be the key to quitting the drugs without regaining weight, a new Danish study says.
“It is ...
Can't Exercise Every Day? Weight Loss Is Still Possible
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 20, 2024
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Folks can lose weight even if they pack all their weekly exercise into one or two days, a new study finds.
Guidelines recommend that people get at least 150 minutes a week of moderate physical activity or 75 minutes a week of vigorous exercise.
“Weekend warriors�...
Novo Nordisk Settles Lawsuits Over Copycat Versions of Ozempic, Wegovy
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- February 12, 2024
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Novo Nordisk has settled lawsuits against two Florida businesses that claimed to sell copycat versions of its popular weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy.
The Danish drugmaker announced the settlements Friday, according to NBC News.
The move capped ...
You Probably Can't 'Exercise Away' the Calories in Sodas: Study
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 12, 2024
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Don't expect to sweat away the heart risks posed by sugary sodas and drinks, a new study warns.
Canadian researchers found that even if the recommended 150 minutes of weekly physical activity protects against cardiovascular disease, it's not enough to counter the adverse...
A Cardiologist Answers Your Questions on New Weight-Loss Meds
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 12, 2024
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Weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Zepbound can lead to better heart health for people struggling with excess weight or diabetes, a University of Michigan cardiologist says.
However, these medications help the heart best when combined with lifestyle changes like more exe...
Weight-Loss Med Zepbound Lowers High Blood Pressure in Obese People
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 5, 2024
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The weight-loss drug Zepbound provides more health benefits than dropping pounds and controlling diabetes, a new study shows.
It also appears to help people with obesity manage their high blood pressure, results show.
Patients taking Zepbound (tirzepatide) experien...
Could Eating Kimchi Each Day Help Folks Stay Slim?
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- January 31, 2024
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It's been a staple at Korean dinner tables for centuries, and the fermented veggie concoction known as kimchi is increasingly familiar to Americans.
Now, Korean researchers say a few servings of the spicy food each day might help stave off weight gain.
"Consumption...
Practice 'Self-Compassion' to Help Reach Your Weight Loss Goals
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 29, 2024
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It's not easy to lose weight, especially when facing a world filled with the temptation of tasty treats and rich, delicious meals.
But being kind to yourself can make the difference when it comes to sticking to a diet, a new study reports.
Dieters who practice self...
Losing Weight for No Reason? See Your Doctor
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- January 25, 2024
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If you ever find yourself losing weight, even though you're not dieting or upping your exercise, go see a doctor. It can be a sign of cancer, researchers report.
“Unexpected weight loss can come from cancer or many other conditions,” said study senior author
When Weight Loss Cures Diabetes, Risks for Heart Disease Tumble, Too
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 19, 2024
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Folks who drop pounds to help control their diabetes receive other substantial heath benefits for all their efforts, a new study says.
Substantial weight loss that led to even a short-lived remission in type 2 diabetes also prompted a 40% lower rate in heart disease and ...
FDA Finds No Link to Suicide With Drugs Like Wegovy, Ozempic
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- January 12, 2024
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Drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic, which have become a wildly popular way to lose weight or battle diabetes, show no link to suicidal thoughts or actions, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Thursday.
“Our preliminary evaluation has not found evidence that use of th...
Reddit Posts Show Ozempic, Wegovy Cutting Users' Alcohol Use
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 9, 2024
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Social media is abuzz with the possibility that newfangled weight loss drugs can also reduce cravings for alcohol, a new study says.
Across a number of Reddit threads, users of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic reported that they felt less need to drink beer, wine and liquo...
BMI or Body Fat Percentage: Measure Both to Gauge Health
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- January 6, 2024
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So, the new year has begun and everyone is trying to losing weight, but what is the best way to determine how many pounds you need to shed -- BMI or body fat?
“Both body fat percentage and BMI are important to monitor. They give you a good starting point, but you don't...
Study Shows No Sign Ozempic, Wegovy Raise Odds for Suicidal Thoughts
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- January 5, 2024
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Folks who take Ozempic or Wegovy for diabetes and weight loss need not worry about a higher risk of suicidal thoughts or feelings while on the medications, a new, large review finds.
In the study, which was funded by the U.S. National Institutes of Health, researchers tu...
FDA Looking Into New Risks With Popular Weight-Loss Drugs
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- January 4, 2024
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is investigating reports of additional dangers linked to several wildly popular weight-loss drugs.
Going Low-Carb? Avoid Meat to Keep the Weight Off Long-Term
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- December 28, 2023
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New research offers yet more evidence that veggies, whole grains and low-fat dairy products are good for you in the long run.
"Our study goes beyond the simple question of, 'To carb or not to carb?'" said lead study author
FDA Warns of Counterfeit Ozempic
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 22, 2023
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has uncovered counterfeit Ozempic shots in the legitimate U.S. drug supply chain, and is warning patients to be on their guard.
Gradual Weight Loss Using Meds Helps Folks With Arthritis Live Longer
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- December 21, 2023
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Using a weight-loss medication to help you shed pounds gradually appears to help extend life for people with arthritis of the hips or knees, a new study finds.
However, folks with arthritis who dropped pounds very quickly showed no benefit in terms of survival, and even ...
Oprah Winfrey Says She Uses Weight-Loss Medication
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- December 14, 2023
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Media mogul Oprah Winfrey confirmed Wednesday that she has used a weight-loss medication to help her shed pounds and get healthy.
Winfrey has added the drug to a regimen that includes regular exercise and o...
Most Older Americans Think Medicare Should Cover Weight-Loss Meds: Poll
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 13, 2023
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An overwhelming majority of older Americans think health insurers and Medicare should cover the cost of weight-loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy or Zepbound, a new survey has found.
More than four out of five older adul...
No Sign that Ozempic, Wegovy Pose Threat to the Fetus: Study
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 12, 2023
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The diabetes and weight-loss drug Ozempic does not appear to harm a developing fetus when taken by pregnant women, a new study reports.
Researchers found no elevated risk of birth defects among newborns of women who took medications to control their type 2 diabetes, comp...
Pounds Return Once Zepbound Users Quit the Weight-Loss Drug: Study
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- December 11, 2023
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Folks who take the blockbuster weight-loss med tirzepatide (Zepbound) may regain much of the weight they lost soon after discontinuing it, new research shows.
A trial funded by Eli Lilly, the injected drug's maker, found that “in patients with obesity or overweight, wi...
New Weight-Loss Drug Zepbound Is Now Available, Company Says
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- December 6, 2023
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The newly approved weight-loss medication known as Zepbound is now available for patients to take, drug maker Eli Lilly announced Tuesday.
"Today opens another chapter for adults living with obesity who have been looking for a new treatment option like Zepbound," Rhonda ...
Mounjaro Beats Ozempic for Weight Loss in Early Trial
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- November 29, 2023
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WEDNESDAY, Nov. 29, 2023 (Healthday News) -- The diabetes drug Mounjaro prompted more weight loss among overweight and obese adults than Ozempic did in a real-world setting, researchers report.
Both Mounjaro (tirzepatide) and Ozempic (semaglutide) mimic the effects of th...
Experimental Weight-Loss Drug Slashed Fat in Livers of Obese People
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- November 15, 2023
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Retatrutide, an experimental weight-loss drug that could compete against blockbusters Wegovy and Zepbound, may work wonders for obese folks with liver disease, new research shows.
Wegovy Cuts Heart Risks by 20% in Large Trial
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- November 13, 2023
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MONDAY, Nov. 13, 2023 (Healthday News) -- In a finding that could change the landscape of heart disease care, the wildly popular weight-loss drug Wegovy has proved its mettle in protecting the heart after lowering the risk of cardiac problems in patients by 20%.
The resu...
FDA Investigating Hospitalizations Linked to Counterfeit Ozempic
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- November 8, 2023
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has received at least three reports of people being hospitalized after taking counterfeit versions of the wildly popular weight-loss drugs known as semaglutides.
At least one of these reports includes mention of a counterfeit version...
Doctors: Want Patients to Lose Weight? Stay Upbeat
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 7, 2023
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When doctors advise patients to lose weight, an optimistic approach is more likely to get results.
Researchers found that patients were more likely to participate in the recommended program and shed pounds if doctors presented obesity treatments as an “opportunity.” ...
In Study, Diabetes Drug Mounjaro Helped Dieters Shed an Average of 60 Pounds
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- October 16, 2023
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A new trial demonstrates the power of the diabetes drug Mounjaro in fighting obesity, helping folks who used the medication lose about 60 pounds.
"In this study, people who added tirzepatide [Mounjaro] to diet and exercise saw greater, longer-lasting weight reduction tha...
Wegovy, Ozempic Help Folks Lose Weight, But How?
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- October 10, 2023
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As many doctors and patients hail the advent of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy as the perfect fix for obesity, some experts are urging caution.
The drugs are not well-tolerated by everyone struggling with obesity. For some folks, the weight piles back on as so...
Study Confirms Risk of Gastro Issues for People Taking Wegovy, Ozempic
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- October 5, 2023
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While many have raved about the powers of popular weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic, new research confirms the medications can trigger some nasty gastrointestinal side effects.
Known as GLP-1 agonists, they may increase the risk of stomach paralysis, pancreatitis...
FDA Adds Warning to Ozempic Label About Risk for Blocked Intestines
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 27, 2023
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Ozempic, a type 2 diabetes drug that has increasingly been used to help with weight loss, will now be labeled as having the potential to block intestines.
Early Morning Exercise May Be Best for Weight Control
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- September 19, 2023
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When it comes to staying trim, timing may be everything.
That's according to new research that found adults who routinely engaged in moderate-to-vigorous exercise early in the morning were less likely to be overweight or obese than those who worked out later in the day.<...
Pediatricians' Group Warns Against Keto Diet for Kids With Diabetes
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- September 18, 2023
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Low-carb diets may be all the rage, but they're not for kids with diabetes, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
In a new report, the AAP says that low-carbohydrate diets cannot be recommended for children or teenagers with either type 1 or type 2 diabe...
In Small Study, Ozempic Helped People With Type 1 Diabetes Quit Insulin Treatments
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- September 7, 2023
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The blockbuster drug Ozempic has become a household name for its ability to spur weight loss. Now an early study hints at an intriguing possibility: The drug might allow people newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes to drop their daily insulin shots.
Experts emphasized tha...
Should Kids Take Ozempic, Wegovy? The Idea Has Some Experts Worried
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 30, 2023
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Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are surging in popularity, but that doesn't mean they're good for everyone.
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RA) may be dangerous for children, warned researchers at University of California, Irvine.
Treating...
Keeping Weight Stable Key to Reaching 90, 100 for Women
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 29, 2023
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For women, keeping a stable weight after the age of 60 may boost their odds of reaching the advanced ages of 90, 95 or even 100.
Older women with a more stable weight were 1.2 to 2 times more likely to live that long than those who lost 5% or more of their weight, the s...
Wegovy May Be Valuable New Option for Heart Failure Patients
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- August 25, 2023
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Weight-loss drug Wegovy (semaglutide) and its diabetes-focused cousin, Ozempic, have already upended the treatment of both obesity and diabetes, with sales of both drugs skyrocketing.
Now, injected Wegovy could prove a boon for many patients battling heart failure, a new...
What's Your Exercise 'Fat-Burning Zone'?
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 14, 2023
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A more personalized approach to exercise may be necessary, claims a new study that found fat burning varied widely between individuals.
Even worse, this rate often does not align with the “fat-burning zone” on commercial exercise machines, the researchers added.
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