VIDEO 5 hours ago 3 markers of health could help with weight-loss strategies, obesity expert reveals Obesity medicine specialist Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, M.D., author of the new book "Weightless," shared that the best way to determine the suitability of a GLP-1 is through body composition testing.
Health December 13 What to know about Cushing’s syndrome, which led to Amy Schumer's dramatic weight loss Amy Schumer reveals her dramatic 50-pound weight loss was due to life-threatening Cushing's syndrome. Here's what to know about the hormonal condition and its symptoms.
Georgia December 12 Obese man on death row chooses buffet of BBQ, wings, cheeseburger, pizza, ice cream for last meal in Georgia Georgia death row inmate Stacey Humphreys requested a huge buffet-style last meal ahead of his execution for his 2003 double murder conviction.
Health December 10 New Ozempic-alternative diabetes pill burns fat without muscle loss, study suggests Researchers have created an oral medication that could work alone or with GLP-1 drugs to improve metabolic health while preserving muscle mass in diabetes patients.
Health December 9 Breakthrough GLP-1 implant promises major weight-loss benefits for pets The world's first GLP-1 weight-loss treatment for pets has begun with successful cat dosing. The six-month implant could revolutionize obesity care for cats, experts say.
Health December 5 Alzheimer's risk could rise with common condition affecting millions, study finds A new study reveals that obesity accelerated Alzheimer's blood biomarkers by 95% over five years, highlighting a strong connection between weight and brain disease progression.
VIDEO December 3 Study: Underage social media users at higher risk of depression, obesity Social media reform advocate Nicki Petrossi joins 'America's Newsroom' to discuss a study finding increased social media use among children and teens can lead to a higher risk of depression, obesity, sleep deprivation and more.
Health December 2 Weight-loss drugs could become unavailable for millions in coming years The WHO issues its first official guidance on GLP-1 drugs for obesity treatment, as the disease affects over one billion people globally and is expected to double by 2030.
Health December 1 Men with 'beer bellies' may face serious heart damage regardless of weight New study reveals "beer bellies" increase heart damage risk even in people with normal weight, challenging traditional views on cardiovascular health.
Health November 30 America's most popular cooking oil may be linked to obesity, new study finds New research links America's most popular cooking oil to obesity through metabolic pathways that convert fatty acids into weight-promoting compounds.