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November 17, 2024

Diabetes and weight loss drugs shown to reduce alcohol-related hospitalizations, study finds

Ozempic, Wegovy and other GLP-1 drugs have been shown to curb alcoholism, a new study suggests. Researchers explain why diabetes and weight loss drugs work better than alcohol medications.

November 17, 2024

RFK, Jr. would face a 'trifecta' of challenges in turning the tide on obesity epidemic: 'Not an easy fix'

Fox News medical contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier said changing America's food system is "not going to be an easy fix" while discussing America's worsening obesity epidemic.

November 16, 2024

Diabetes rates have quadrupled since 1990 — these are the 4 reasons

The number of people living with diabetes worldwide has quadrupled in the past two decades, with 830 million people diagnosed as of 2022. Experts weigh in on the risk.

November 1, 2024

Airline passenger sparks viral debate about plus-sized seatmate issue

An airline traveler posted on Reddit to ask other users what they would do about being uncomfortable while "sitting next to a passenger of size." Etiquette experts weighed in on the issue.

October 28, 2024

Halloween candy overload: 5 ways to keep kids from overindulging

Halloween is filled with sweet stuff for kids. Pediatric obesity specialist Dr. Dyan Hes and registered dietitian nutritionist Ilana Muhlstein share their tips to help parents find a nutritious balance.

October 15, 2024

As election nears, stress eating needs a sharp eye: 'It's destructive behavior'

Studies have proven the long-term health risks of eating mindlessly while anxious or stressed. Registered dietitian nutritionist Ilana Muhlstein reveals why the election could cause an uptick.

October 14, 2024

Nutritionist warns election could cause rise in emotional eating

Registered dietitian nutritionist Ilana Muhlstein discusses the long-term risks of eating when stressed.

September 24, 2024

Obesity rates in US not growing for first time in a decade, but severe obesity on the rise: CDC

The overall rate of obesity in the United States ticked downward between August 2021 and August 2023, breaking a streak of continued increase for over a decade.

September 24, 2024

Green tea for fueling weight loss? Experts reveal the skinny truth

Recently, social media posts have been buzzing about green tea as a way to shed pounds without the medication and high costs. Experts discuss the beverage's weight-loss potential.

September 16, 2024

This country is banning daytime junk food commercials aimed at children

A European country will be banning late-night junk food commercials before 9:00 p.m. each evening starting in October 2025 in an effort to curb childhood obesity.