Obesity

Health 1 hour ago

Older Americans are quitting GLP-1 weight-loss drugs for 4 key reasons

Nearly half of seniors quit GLP-1 weight-loss drugs within a year. Experts reveal why older Americans abandon medications like Ozempic and Wegovy despite results.

Fox News Flash 18 hours ago

Trump administration to unveil new dietary guidelines as FDA plans sweeping 2026 food overhaul

Trump administration prepares new dietary guidelines for January rollout, launching major food policy overhaul in 2026 to combat America's obesity crisis.

Diet & Fitness 5 days ago

Denise Austin calls weight-loss injections ‘miracle’ but warns users are missing one key step

Fitness expert Denise Austin says weight-loss injections like Ozempic work, but warns muscle conditioning is key for lasting results. Start with 5-pound weights.

Health December 23

New Wegovy pill offers needle-free weight loss — but may not work for everyone

The FDA has approved the first Wegovy pill for weight loss, with the oral GLP-1 offering a 16.6% average weight reduction as a needle-free alternative.

Health December 21

Obesity expert reveals the best way to decide if GLP-1s are right for you

Expert Dr. Salas-Whalen reveals that body composition testing, not just the number on your scale, is key to knowing whether GLP-1 weight-loss medications are right for you.

VIDEO December 20

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.