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Why The Link Between Obesity And Irregular Heart Rhythms Is So Telling

Breaking down obesity and atrial fibrillation, an irregular heart rhythm that increases a person’s risk of stroke, heart failure and even premature death.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi shares tips on how to reduce obesity and stay healthy

Obesity is a silent killer and is the root cause of several diseases, including some fatal ones. Health agencies and experts have been relentlessly creating awareness around obesity and sharing tips on how to reduce it.

The Times of India

Good for Britain’s neonicotinoid ban, giving bees priority over sugar beet

Letters: Asher Minns writes that farmers have been incentivised to grow a crop that causes obesity, while Prof Richard Evershed says they should turn their skills to growing genuinely nutritious food

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How people with eating disorders are negatively affected by calories on menus

If you have recently been to a restaurant or cafe, you may have noticed calorie information displayed on the menu for each item. This is one example of so called “out-of-home” nutritional labels, referring to any food and drink bought outside the home which is not already prepackaged. Several countries…

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People Who Gained A Lot Of Weight Share The 30 Things They Blame The Most

Obesity rates have more than tripled globally since 1975, affecting one billion people and increasing risks for heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers, with the World Health Organization emphasizing the complex interplay of diet, activity, and genetics. The post People Who Gained A Lot Of Weight Share The 30 Things…

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From anti-vaccine advocacy to raw milk, many of RFK Jr.'s views fall outside the mainstream

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“Hard To Tell As There’s A Lot Of Mum”: Woman Says Her Midwife Fat-Shamed Her

Empathy, compassion, tact, and emotional intelligence are important in many professions, but they are absolutely vital in healthcare. A good bedside manner does wonders. The post “Hard To Tell As There’s A Lot Of Mum”: Woman Says Her Midwife Fat-Shamed Her first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Seven simple ways to lose weight (without taking Mounjaro)

New research suggests people who use GLP-1s regain weight four times faster than those who diet. So what else can you do if you’re trying to lose weight

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Calls to end ‘harmful’ calorie labels on restaurant menus

The move was originally made to tackle the country’s obesity crisis

The Independent UK

This Little-Known Stock Just Doubled on Weight-Loss Drug News. Analysts Think It Has 400% Upside Potential From Here.

This weight-loss underdog doubled in a single day last week and could deliver even bigger rewards.

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Why isn’t Ozempic on Australia’s Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme for weight loss? And should it be?

The drug is subsidised for treatment of type 2 diabetes but experts say it could help reduce other health problems associated with severe obesity

The Guardian - AU

7 things to borrow from Japanese culture to never get fat

When it comes to maintaining a healthy weight and staying fit, the Japanese seem to have cracked the code. Their culture is rich with habits that support a balanced lifestyle, and they appear to age gracefully without the concerns of obesity that many people face today. The secret? It's not…

The Times of India

Semaglutide: a "wonder drug" with risks

New research is finding semaglutide, a diabetes and obesity drug, has a lot to teach about how the body works

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In Texas’ Rio Grande Valley, a push for residents to lose weight and curb diabetes

In Brownsville, the city and local hospital have helped residents lose more than 23,000 pounds since 2008.

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Why is obesity linked to irregular heart rhythms? Researchers found 1 potential mechanism

Atrial fibrillation, or A-fib, is an irregular heart rhythm that increases a person’s risk of stroke, heart failure and even premature death.

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People on Ozempic may have fewer heart attacks, strokes and addictions – but more nausea, vomiting and stomach pain

Ozempic and Wegovy are increasingly available in Australia and worldwide to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity.

The Times of India

7 health hacks that can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases

Chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity are becoming more common in today’s fast-paced world. The good news? Many of these conditions can be prevented or their risks reduced with small, simple changes in our daily routine. If you're looking to live a healthier life and lower your chances…

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Every Drink Elevates Your Cancer Risk. So, How Much Alcohol You Can Safely Drink?

Alcohol is the third-most preventable cause of cancer in the U.S, putting it just behind tobacco and obesity.

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After call to overhaul diagnosis of obesity, how can you tell if your weight is a problem?

Report by Lancet Commission says BMI should be used as ‘screening tool’ rather than determining factor

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Friday briefing: What new research about the limits of the body mass index might tell us about obesity

In today’s newsletter: An international commission has called for a ‘radical overhaul’ of the way obesity is diagnosed, raising concerns about the limitations of body mass index (BMI) as a diagnostic tool

The Times of India

The significance of maintaining an ideal calorie intake for health and wellness

Calories are more than just numbers on a food label—they are the units of energy that fuel our bodies. Maintaining an optimal calorie intake is crucial for achieving a balance between energy consumption and expenditure, to carry out vital functions like breathing, blood circulation, digestion, physical activities, cognitive processes and…

The Conversation

Forget BMI – there’s a 2,000 year-old technique for measuring body fat that’s more useful

It’s the start of another year and the body mass index (BMI) is being criticised again. This time a Lancet-commissioned group of experts is denouncing it as a diagnostic tool for obesity. They say that doctors should look at the overall health of a patient when diagnosing obesity, not just…

The Times of India

4 signs of fatty liver visible on a person's body

Fatty liver is a condition where excess fat builds up in the liver, which can sometimes lead to serious health problems. While it may not always show symptoms in the early stages, certain visible signs on the body can indicate this condition. The National Institute of Diabetics and Digestive and…

The Times of India

New definition of obesity does not rely only on BMI: Know what it is

With Ozempic and other weight loss drugs in use, researchers have released the revised definition of obesity. The revised definition is published in The Lancet Diabetes Endocrinology and stresses on adiposity and its effect on the body instead of just body mass index or BMI.

The Independent UK

Forcing children to finish meals could be fuelling obesity crisis

Children need portion sizes that reflect their body size

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