The Latest Breaking News from Obesity

Ultra-processed foods are the latest nutritional villains, associated with several diseases of the modern world, from obesity to heart disease. However, many nutritionists question whether the term “ultra-processed” does any more than create confusion. It only considers the way food is produced, ignoring other important factors like calories and nutrients.

Data from 4,556 11-year-olds and 3,791 14-year-olds considered overweight or obese was analysed

Obesity, type 2 diabetes, cancer, heart disease and other diseases all affecting people at younger ages, say experts

Mr Sweeting said it was in “everyone’s interest to play their part” and avoid overloading the health system.

The medication shouldn't be this controversial.

One in eight American adults have tried weight loss drugs

BMI or body mass index has so far been a popular measure to classify people in the categories of obese, underweight, and normal weight. However, this health measure may not accurately predict many health risks. Simple to measure, Body mass index (BMI) is calculated by dividing your weight by your…

Fourteen years ago, the older drug cousin of semaglutide (Ozempic and Wegovy) came onto the market. The drug, liraglutide, is sold under the brand names Victoza and Saxenda.

Down 43% from all-time highs, Structure Therapeutics is a pre-revenue clinical-stage biopharma company that trades at a massive discount to consensus price target estimates.

Scientists have developed a novel blood test that uses lipids to identify children who are more susceptible to obesity such as type 2 diabetes, liver, and heart disease? Read further on Dynamite News:

A child's diet greatly affects long-term heart health. High-fat (especially saturated and trans fat) and sugary diets can harm blood vessel function, raising the risk of heart disease and obesity as early as adolescence.