Tag: obesity

A key protein is responsible for converting cells that normally store fat into calorie-burning cells. This could be a new ...

Research identifies a genetic mutation causing increased hunger and obesity risk in Labradors and flat-coated retrievers.

They found the formula for synthetic production using yeast.

When scientists tested this VIBES capsule on animals, it decreased their food intake by 40 percent and slowed their weight ...

This could revolutionize how we treat weight issues in patients who cannot exercise due to health concerns.

The implants deliver high-frequency electrical stimulation to a region of the brain involved in out-of-control behavior.

Heart disease is one of the largest killers in the United States. (Photo: Pixabay) Let’s face it, Americans have never ...

Bad news for more than a third of Americans and Brits.

Honk if you hate traffic noise too.

"Those who are overweight really need to be careful," Delfraissy told franceinfo radio.

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An unhealthy waist circumference puts patients at risk of subsequent heart attacks regardless of how many drugs they use.

"Prevention is going to be key to better managing this epidemic," the authors explain.

You can starve on too much food.

The balance between the storage and removal of lipids in fat cells is disrupted as we grow older.

Food enjoyment might be a key clue in understanding obesity.

Just because it tastes good, it doesn't mean it's good for you.

Contrary to popular belief, rural areas are harder hit by obesity across the world.

Moral of the story: people really don't like taxes.

Our lifestyle choices are influencing human mortality more than ever.

The change can only come from civil society, researchers urge.

This means that roughly 1 million cases of asthma are preventable.

When it comes to obesity we need all the help we can get -- and better tests are sure welcome.

If you have sleep issues or weight issues, you should read this.

A new study suggests obesity may play an important role in flu transmission.

It's important to spread body acceptance, but this can also be dangerous.

The amazing treatment could help thousands battling obesity and diabetes.

This is good news, because it means we can change things.

Put down that burger and that soda!

High-calorie foods not only cause obesity, they change the brain.

BMI can be a misleading metric when it comes to obesity.

Sugar is bad for you -- and apparently, adding a sugar tax does wonders for your heath.

Don't blame it on the genes, though.

A more thorough analysis suggests overweight and obese people don't actually live longer than people of normal weight.

Chemicals commonly used in non-stick pans or stain-free clothing might promote obesity.

A tax on junk food could be a solution to the nation's obesity problem.

Want to get rid of diabetes? Just lose some weight.

We knew that extra pounds are bad for your health, but a new study claims that we may have underestimated ...

The Brits are still healthy overall, but obesity rates are reaching startling levels.

Stress can trigger changes in the bacterial colonies that occupy the gut, similarly to obesity.

Things are going from bad to worse.

We're dealing with a worldwide crisis by now.

Aging and obesity alone cannot explain it.

Does that guy look American to you? Nah he's too thin.

Just like humans, pets are becoming too overweight -- and we need to improve this.

That sounds more like wizardry than science.

There's no sugar coating it -- this is massive.

Driving around all day is pretty bad for your health -- and for the environment.

Pass me some of that fat.

More than half of American's calories come from ultra-processed foods, a new study finds. The data also indicates close to ...