More weight-loss drug access could save 40k lives yearly
“Expanding access to these medications is not just a matter of improving treatment options but also a crucial public health intervention.”
Bariatric surgery eases pain for people of color
Bariatric surgery reduces widespread pain among Black and Hispanic patients, but their burden is still much higher than the general population.
The right fiber may help you lose weight
“We wanted to know what kind of fiber would be most beneficial for weight loss and improvements in glucose homeostasis…”
More sleep and less screen time benefit unmedicated kids with ADHD
New research identifies behaviors that could help kids with ADHD who don’t take medication live a healthier lifestyle.
Why docs should ditch ‘just lose weight’ advice
Doctors aren’t learning much about nutrition in medical school, a new study finds. Instead, the focus is still on losing weight.
Why docs should ditch ‘just lose weight’ advice
Doctors aren’t learning much about nutrition in medical school, a new study finds. Instead, the focus is still on losing weight.
Night shift work can raise your risk of diabetes and obesity
“When internal rhythms are dysregulated, you have this enduring stress in your system that we believe has long-term health consequences.”
Night shift work can raise your risk of diabetes and obesity
“When internal rhythms are dysregulated, you have this enduring stress in your system that we believe has long-term health consequences.”
Study challenges benefits of intermittent fasting
Both time-restricted eating and regularly planned meals led to similar weight loss results, suggesting that total calories may be more important than meal timing
Bariatric surgery beats lifestyle changes for diabetes control
Bariatric surgery is more effective than medical and lifestyle modifications for achieving long-term type 2 diabetes control and remission.