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'Ozempic breath' sparks questions as users report strange side effect

May 1, 2026

'Ozempic breath' sparks questions as users report strange side effect

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy may cause bad breath, a lesser-known side effect users are calling "Ozempic breath" on social media.

Vitamin supplement may delay diabetes in select groups, researchers say

April 30, 2026

Vitamin supplement may delay diabetes in select groups, researchers say

New Tufts University research suggests certain genetic groups with prediabetes may lower their diabetes risk by taking high-dose vitamin D supplements.

Damon Wayans reveals the scary symptom that led to his type 2 diabetes diagnosis

April 29, 2026

Damon Wayans reveals the scary symptom that led to his type 2 diabetes diagnosis

Damon Wayans details his type 2 diabetes journey, the symptoms that alarmed him and his new partnership to raise awareness for the diabetic eye disease DME.

Patients taking weight-loss drugs often make 5 critical mistakes, doctor warns

April 26, 2026

Patients taking weight-loss drugs often make 5 critical mistakes, doctor warns

Experts say GLP-1 drugs offer benefits beyond weight loss, but common mistakes like skipped labs and poor nutrition can undermine results or cause harm.

Common sweetener may trigger fat buildup in ways experts didn’t expect

April 23, 2026

Common sweetener may trigger fat buildup in ways experts didn’t expect

A new review suggests fructose has unique metabolic effects that drive obesity, fat accumulation and metabolic disease beyond what glucose alone causes.

Sen Mark Warner 'heartbroken,' announcing daughter dies of juvenile diabetes

April 20, 2026

Sen Mark Warner 'heartbroken,' announcing daughter dies of juvenile diabetes

Sen. Mark Warner announces the loss of his eldest daughter Madison, 36, after a long battle with juvenile diabetes and other health problems.

Popular weight-loss medications linked to hidden side effects, study finds

April 14, 2026

Popular weight-loss medications linked to hidden side effects, study finds

A new study analyzing Reddit posts found that GLP-1 users reported side effects like fatigue, chills and menstrual irregularities not seen in clinical trials.

Simple fruit combo could improve heart function in weeks, new study finds

April 10, 2026

Simple fruit combo could improve heart function in weeks, new study finds

A new study found that adults with prediabetes who ate one avocado and one cup of mango daily for eight weeks saw improvements in vascular function, though experts note caveats.

New weight-loss pill hits the market, promising 'greater flexibility'

April 2, 2026

New weight-loss pill hits the market, promising 'greater flexibility'

FDA approves Foundayo, a once-daily weight loss pill by Lilly. Clinical trials showed adults lost an average of 27.3 pounds on the highest dose, although there are side effects.

Should you microdose Ozempic? Experts are split on risks vs benefits

April 1, 2026

Should you microdose Ozempic? Experts are split on risks vs benefits

Microdosing GLP-1 drugs is trending on social media and supported by some doctors, but experts warn the practice lacks a standard protocol and may undermine weight-loss results.