Tag: obesity
Supermarket Boom: How Global Grocery Trends Impact Our Health
As supermarkets and online grocery shopping boom worldwide, a hidden health crisis unfolds. Explore how increased access to processed foods may be fueling rising obesity rates.
Shared Obesity Gene in Labradors and Humans Reveals New Insights into Appetite Control
A new study from the University of Cambridge uncovers that both Labrador retrievers and humans carry a gene—DENND1B—that plays a crucial role in regulating appetite and body fat, shedding light on why some are more prone to obesity despite similar lifestyles.
Osteoarthritis Crisis in Post-Menopausal Women: A Call for Action
New research reveals a staggering 130% increase in osteoarthritis and disability among post-menopausal women over the past 30 years—highlighting an urgent need for targeted public health interventions.
Global Obesity Crisis Looms: 60% of Adults Overweight by 2050?
A new global study warns that if current trends persist, nearly 60% of adults worldwide could be overweight by 2050, with devastating health and economic consequences.
The Weight of Treatment: How Antidepressants Can Tip the Scale
A new 6-year study reveals that antidepressants may lead to a 2% weight gain, doubling the risk of obesity—highlighting a hidden cost of depression treatment that transcends diet, exercise, and lifestyle.
Breaking the Ultra-processed Cycle: A New Diet Intervention
A novel intervention targeting ultra-processed foods shows promising results – cutting UPF intake nearly in half, reducing calories, sugar, and even boosting mood and energy in just two months.