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2nd TOI Medithon: Experts discuss risks, complications, prevention and how to live well with diabetes

Diabetes can profoundly impact life. It may lead to dietary restrictions, affecting social and eating habits. The risk of complications such as heart disease, neuropathy, and vision problems can necessitate frequent lifestyle adjustments.

The Times of India

Obesity Raises Risk Of COVID Infection By 34%: Study Says

The study suggests that obesity not only worsens the outcomes of COVID but also increases the risk for infection upon exposure.

Medical Daily

Eli Lilly Launches Discount Anti-Obesity Drug

The company claims the Zepbound doses cost 50% less than competing drugs

International Business Times

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10 Things Americans Love Eating That Are Banned In Other Countries

Consumers in the US put their trust in organizations such as the Food and Drug Administration to keep foods, fish, and livestock safe - but to what standards?

International Business Times UK

The simple sandwich filler linked with a 15% higher risk of type 2 diabetes

Researchers say the findings back the recommendations to reduce meat intake

The Independent UK

Support for processed food taxes grows

Participants of a survey conducted by Ipsos said the taxes would help combat the country’s obesity crisis

Salon

Cancer in millennials rising; top lifestyle changes to cut cancer risk

Cancer cases are rising exponentially among millennials and Generation X and the growing threat among youth could be linked to obesity, poor diet, environmental factors, lack of exercise and poor sleep. A study published in medical journal The Lancet reported an increase in diagnosis of 17 types of cancer in…

The Times of India

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Pfizer CEO on moving beyond COVID vaccines to become a leader in cancer and obesity treatments

Pfizer's CEO Albert Bourla is trying to reposition the global pharmaceutical giant for a post-pandemic world

The Independent UK

Here's the real reason Ozempic-like weight-loss drugs are so popular

Cohorts who were unresponsive to previous strategies like portion control may be responding to the new GLP 1 drugs.

Fortune

Majority in UK want new tax on makers of ultra-processed and junk food

Exclusive: Poll findings prompt calls for ministers to impose sugar tax-style levy on companies to combat obesity

The Guardian - UK

Ozempic face to Ozempic butt; how weight loss drugs affect the body

Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy with their promise to fight obesity effectively with around 15 to 20 per cent weight loss in its users, have been the talk of town ever since their launch in 2017 and 2021 respectively.

The Times of India

Denmark gets Novo Nordisk to lower Ozempic prices

As Congress pushes for Medicare to cover anti-obesity drugs, puzzlement remains about who should get them, for how long, and at what price.

Fortune

Novo Nordisk cuts profit outlook after weaker sales of weight-loss drug Wegovy

Danish company, which also makes Ozempic, faces increasing competition from US rival Eli Lilly

The Guardian - UK

10 superfoods crucial for women post 30

Women in their 30s face unique health challenges as their bodies undergo various changes. It is crucial for women to prioritize their health during this stage of life to ensure overall well-being and longevity. Metabolism tends to slow down in the 30s, making it easier to gain weight. Therefore, maintaining…

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Sarcopenic obesity can rob people of their strength – but even brief bursts of exercise help a lot

It’s no secret old age can rob us of our strength. This age-related muscle wastage – known as sarcopenia – can eventually lead to more falls, more hospital stays, difficulty with walking or toileting and less independence. Eventually, it can mean needing residential aged care.

The Times of India

5 daily habits to reverse side effects of a sedentary lifestyle

Too much sitting is silently killing you by raising your risk of heart disease and cancer. Prolonged hours of staying glued to your chair have several health risks that can shorten your life span as well as diminish the quality of your life. People who sit for 8-10 hours daily,…

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“We’re In The ‘Ozempic Era'”: Plus-Size Model Calls For Self-Acceptance After Joining SI Cover

"We're in the Ozempic era," says plus-size supermodel Hunter McGrady, the new cover woman for 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit. The post “We’re In The ‘Ozempic Era'”: Plus-Size Model Calls For Self-Acceptance After Joining SI Cover first appeared on Bored Panda.

Salon

Cancer rates rise for Gen X, Millenials

Cancer rates in Millennials and Gen X have risen sharply along with obesity rates

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How Eli Lilly went from pharmaceutical slowpoke to $791 billion juggernaut

Tirzepatide, a drug for diabetes and obesity, has sent the 148-year-old pharma giant on a wild ride. It’s now the ninth most valuable company in the world.

Salon

Why school anti-obesity policies failed

Evidence has grown that school BMI screenings aren’t helpful and can even be harmful. Why do they persist?

The Times of India

Why young people are getting this ‘old’ heart condition

Are you in your late thirties, feeling faint and wondering why you have an erratic heartbeat? You might want to get it checked out. For, atrial fibrillation or A-Fib disease — an irregular and often very rapid heart rhythm — which was usually found in patients who are 65 years…

Zenger

Study Links Fat Cell Size To Future Weight Changes‌ Fat Cell Size: A Predictor Of Long-Term Weight Changes ‌

Research suggests large fat cells predict weight loss, while small fat cells may lead to weight gain over time.‌ New insights into how fat cell size influences weight dynamics in a study presented to the European Congress on Obesity. ‌

Fortune

I’m an obesity medicine doctor and have long taken weight-loss drugs like Ozempic. They’re no fad

Most diseases can’t be treated solely with lifestyle intervention, and obesity is no exception.

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Olympic Athlete Has The Perfect Response About BMI After Viewers Mock Her Weight

“BMI doesn't tell you what I can do, what I do on the field, how much muscle I have,” Ilona Maher said. The post Olympic Athlete Has The Perfect Response About BMI After Viewers Mock Her Weight first appeared on Bored Panda.

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1 High-Yield Dividend Stock to Buy and Hold

Pfizer's stock shows signs of a potential rebound, buoyed by recent pipeline successes in hemophilia and obesity treatments, an attractive 5% dividend yield, and a rock-bottom valuation. This makes it an appealing dividend stock for value and income investors as the drug giant prepares to report earnings.

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