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FDA approves Zepbound: First prescription medication for obstructive sleep apnea in adults

The US Food and Drug Administration has approved the first prescription medicine for adults with moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea : the weight-loss drug Zepbound. Zepbound may help adults with moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea and obesity improve their sleep disorder. “This is a major step forward for patients with obstructive sleep apnea,” Dr. Sally Seymour, director of the FDA’s Division of …

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3 days, 11 hours ago

FDA’s bold move to help you eat healthier—What you need to know about the new ‘healthy’ food label

Live Mint

The US Food and Drug Administration has introduced a final rule revising the definition of the "healthy" nutrient label. A step toward healthier eating patterns The updated “healthy” claim will help consumers identify foods that support a healthy dietary pattern. Improving access to nutrition information is an important public health effort the FDA can undertake to help people build healthy …

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4 days, 1 hour ago

What is the link between obesity and joint health? Expert shares prevention tips and treatment options

India TV News

Obesity is a growing global health concern, and its impact extends far beyond the risks of heart disease and diabetes. Excess body weight can put immense strain on your joints, particularly the knees, hip, and spine, accelerating wear and tear and increasing the risk of chronic joint conditions like osteoarthritis. Reduced Mobility- Obesity often limits physical activity, leading to muscle …

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4 days, 5 hours ago

FDA says knockoff versions of Lilly obesity drug must come off the market

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — Specialty pharmacies and online companies that have been selling off-brand copies of two blockbuster drugs for obesity and diabetes will need to phase out their versions next year under a federal decision issued Thursday. With demand for GLP-1 drugs booming, compounding pharmacies and telehealth companies like Hims and Ro have jumped into the market, selling cheaper versions online. …

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4 days, 16 hours ago

Five myths about caesareans everyone needs to stop believing

The Independent

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5 days, 1 hour ago

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

LA Times

Salty and fatty manufactured foods, along with sweet ones, have been engineered to encourage snacking and excessive eating. Companies have reshaped the food system to produce ultraprocessed, hyperpalatable and highly profitable foods, leading people to snack more, eat larger portions and prepare fewer meals themselves. Just as health experts urge us to reduce our intake of salt, fat and sugar, …

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5 days, 4 hours ago

Trump world wants to 'Make America Healthy Again' — but divided on how: report

Raw Story

Two people in President-elect Donald Trump's orbit have competing visions about how to address America's obesity epidemic, and whoever wins may have a years-long impact on public health. On the other side, billionaire X owner Elon Musk is calling for Americans to have easier access to weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound. And West Virginia Republican Governor Jim …

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5 days, 19 hours ago

I was branded ‘too posh to push’ – but my caesarean section was hell

The Independent

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6 days, 1 hour ago

What Americans think of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his health stances

India Today

WASHINGTON: The kids seen by Dolores Mejia around suburban Phoenix have been growing heavier in recent years. That’s why Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s pledge to “Make America Healthy Again” as he campaigned alongside Donald Trump caught her attention. “I started wondering where those extra pounds came from.” After hearing Kennedy out, she concluded: “We cannot trust the health organizations we’ve …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Weight-loss drugs are best for the rich, says liver doctor SK Sarin

India Today

Liver specialist Dr SK Sarin spoke about how popular weight-loss drugs have been gaining traction for drastically reducing obesity. Dr Sarin explained that drugs like Ozempic, the weight-loss compound semaglutide, and similar medications are designed to reduce body fat by enhancing metabolic processes like lipolysis. However, due to the exorbitant prices of these weight-loss drugs, Dr Sarin pointed out that …

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1 week, 4 days ago

Explained: Why ECB's sponsorship deal for The Hundred is causing a health debate in England

Firstpost

The England and Wales Cricket Board could reportedly extend The Hundred’s contract with KP Snacks, a fast food company. The England and Wales Cricket Board will reportedly extend The Hundred’s sponsorship with KP Snacks, a fast food company, a partnership that has been considered controversial. However, according to The Guardian report, a “loophole in legislation” means that fast food companies …

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1 week, 4 days ago

Children set to live shorter lives thanks to junk food in cities – Chris Whitty

The Independent

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Healthy “food deserts” in cities combined with junk food advertising …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Consultations for obesity drug prescriptions are way up over 2023, survey finds

NPR

Consultations for obesity drug prescriptions are way up over 2023, survey finds Appointments with health professionals for obesity drug consultations are way up, according to data from Zocdoc, a provider of scheduling services. SYDNEY LUPKIN, BYLINE: Doctor Sarah Nosal, a family physician in the South Bronx, New York, says a lot more of her patients have come in asking about …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Running is good for health, but exercise it with caution

India Today

Running is a powerful tool to enhance health, reducing risks of obesity, diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and even mental health issues like depression and dementia. "Running is an excellent activity for physical and mental well-being, but it's important to run smartly to stay safe and healthy," Dr Kumar wrote in the post. "Many runners compromise on sleep to train more, …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Bowel cancer cases in young people rising sharply in England, study finds

The Independent

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The global scope of this concerning trend highlights the need for innovative tools to prevent …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Not just physical strength, exercise can boost this in kids and teens...

Hindustan Times

Exercise helps us stay fit and active. The study observed a 4-point average increase in IQ scores who incorporated exercise in their daily routine. By exploring the potential of exercise as a tool to enhance intelligence, we aimed to shed light on a practical and accessible strategy to support children’s development.” Findings of the study: The study was conducted on …

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Scientifically Speaking: Fat cell memory might contribute to weight regain

Hindustan Times

If losing weight feels like an uphill battle, keeping it off seems even harder. Professor Ferdinand von Meyenn and his team at ETH Zurich report in Nature that fat cells retain a “memory” of past obesity, making it easier to regain weight after earlier weight loss. In both cases, they found that fat cells retained attributes linked to obesity even …

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1 week, 6 days ago

RenaissThera Closes Seed Funding to Drive AI-Powered Therapies for Cardio-Metabolic Diseases

Live Mint

BENGALURU, India, Dec. 10, 2024 RenaissThera Private Limited, a pioneering Bengaluru-based biotechnology company, has successfully closed its seed funding round backed by angel investors. RenaissThera is revolutionizing the fight against cardio-metabolic diseases like diabetes and obesity through its AI-powered Innovation Platform, leveraging Generative AI and machine learning to rapidly identify and optimize small molecules for targeted therapies. Mr. Sudhir Nagarajan, …

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2 weeks ago

Tripura's fermented bamboo shoot has anti-obesity properties, confirms study

India Today

A study by Indian researchers has found that the traditional fermented bamboo shoot from Tripura has anti-obesity properties. "These locally fermented bamboo shoots contain a wealth of beneficial microbes and metabolites that can help combat metabolic syndromes like obesity," the researchers said. KEY FINDINGS FROM THE STUDY The research team, led by Prof. Mojibur R. Khan, investigated various fermented bamboo …

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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Welcome to smog season: How will air pollution change where and when we travel?

BBC

Welcome to smog season: How will air pollution change where and when we travel? Getty Images New Delhi recently saw air pollution levels at 30-35 times the safe limit As New Delhi makes headlines yet again for its choking smog, experts and holidaymakers alike are pondering how worsening air quality will change travel in the long-term. Luckily, Hanoi's haze – …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Doctors dealing with childhood obesity are getting trained in empathy at schools

NPR

Doctors dealing with childhood obesity are getting trained in empathy at schools Pediatricians historically have not had much instruction on how to deal with childhood obesity. CARDOZA: Health care professionals report they don't feel competent or comfortable discussing weight with their patients, so some don't bring up the issue at all. CARDOZA: Apart from medical conditions like diabetes and sleep …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Doctors weigh societal costs of using drugs to treat obesity crisis

ABC

It could be one of the most transformative medical advancements since the contraceptive pill: an injection of a peptide that mimics a hormone to suppress appetite. Yet beyond the controversies over side effects — nausea, headaches and even pancreatitis — these drugs mark a pivotal moment in addressing one of the world's most pressing health crises. A national report — …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Life expectancy in U.S. could stall by 2050 because America is getting too fat, physicians warn

The Independent

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Americans’ life expectancy is expected to stall by 2050 because of …

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A ‘reverse aging’ guru’s trail of failed businesses

Live Mint

Harvard geneticist David Sinclair’s seductive notion that aging is a treatable disease has helped companies he founded to raise more than $1 billion. Sinclair also has co-founded companies that sell directly to consumers products such as antiaging dog chews, supplements and tests that purport to show one’s “biological age." Sinclair, who is 55 years old, said in an email that …

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FDA approves Zepbound: First prescription medication for obstructive sleep apnea in adults

FDA’s bold move to help you eat healthier—What you need to know about the new ‘healthy’ food label

What is the link between obesity and joint health? Expert shares prevention tips and treatment options

FDA says knockoff versions of Lilly obesity drug must come off the market

Five myths about caesareans everyone needs to stop believing

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

Trump world wants to 'Make America Healthy Again' — but divided on how: report

I was branded ‘too posh to push’ – but my caesarean section was hell

What Americans think of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his health stances

Weight-loss drugs are best for the rich, says liver doctor SK Sarin

Explained: Why ECB's sponsorship deal for The Hundred is causing a health debate in England

Children set to live shorter lives thanks to junk food in cities – Chris Whitty

Consultations for obesity drug prescriptions are way up over 2023, survey finds

Running is good for health, but exercise it with caution

Bowel cancer cases in young people rising sharply in England, study finds

Not just physical strength, exercise can boost this in kids and teens...

Scientifically Speaking: Fat cell memory might contribute to weight regain

RenaissThera Closes Seed Funding to Drive AI-Powered Therapies for Cardio-Metabolic Diseases

Tripura's fermented bamboo shoot has anti-obesity properties, confirms study

Welcome to smog season: How will air pollution change where and when we travel?

Doctors dealing with childhood obesity are getting trained in empathy at schools

Doctors weigh societal costs of using drugs to treat obesity crisis

Life expectancy in U.S. could stall by 2050 because America is getting too fat, physicians warn

A ‘reverse aging’ guru’s trail of failed businesses