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US Obesity Levels Are Particularly Severe

Obesity is a significant public health challenge affecting over half of adults in many OECD countries, with the U.S. having the highest rates.

US obesity rates drop for 1st time in a decade, with possible help from weight loss medications

Obesity rates in the U.S. showed a slight decline from 46% to 45.6%, marking the first decrease in over a decade.

Ozempic's Big Test

Obesity rates may have plateaued, signaling a potential turning point in the obesity epidemic.

Three-Quarters of U.S. Adults Are Now Overweight or Obese

Obesity rates in the U.S. have risen dramatically, with major public health implications for the future.

How 'miracle' weight-loss drugs will change the world

GLP-1 agonists could lead to a healthier society by reducing obesity and related health issues by 2030.

More than 800 million people around the world have diabetes, study finds

Diabetes cases have doubled globally in the last 30 years, reaching 800 million, with significant increases in low and middle-income countries.

US Obesity Levels Are Particularly Severe

Obesity is a significant public health challenge affecting over half of adults in many OECD countries, with the U.S. having the highest rates.

US obesity rates drop for 1st time in a decade, with possible help from weight loss medications

Obesity rates in the U.S. showed a slight decline from 46% to 45.6%, marking the first decrease in over a decade.

Ozempic's Big Test

Obesity rates may have plateaued, signaling a potential turning point in the obesity epidemic.

Three-Quarters of U.S. Adults Are Now Overweight or Obese

Obesity rates in the U.S. have risen dramatically, with major public health implications for the future.

How 'miracle' weight-loss drugs will change the world

GLP-1 agonists could lead to a healthier society by reducing obesity and related health issues by 2030.

More than 800 million people around the world have diabetes, study finds

Diabetes cases have doubled globally in the last 30 years, reaching 800 million, with significant increases in low and middle-income countries.
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#bmi

Move aside BMI: There's a better way to define obesity, commission finds

A committee has proposed redefining obesity to include more metrics beyond BMI, aiming for a better assessment of body composition.

New Obesity Definition Challenges Current Use of B.M.I.

Obesity should be assessed by body fat and medical complications, not just BMI.

Reframing obesity may end the diagnosis debate, but the health challenges remain

Obesity is a serious health issue affecting various organs and increasing disease risks, necessitating better diagnosis methods beyond just BMI.

Redefining Obesity With New Global Guidelines - News Center

New guidelines aim to redefine obesity diagnosis beyond BMI, utilizing objective health measures.
Two new categories, clinical and pre-clinical obesity, assist in better categorizing obesity-related health risks.
Emphasis on stigma-free treatment approaches for all individuals living with obesity.

Move aside BMI: There's a better way to define obesity, commission finds

A committee has proposed redefining obesity to include more metrics beyond BMI, aiming for a better assessment of body composition.

New Obesity Definition Challenges Current Use of B.M.I.

Obesity should be assessed by body fat and medical complications, not just BMI.

Reframing obesity may end the diagnosis debate, but the health challenges remain

Obesity is a serious health issue affecting various organs and increasing disease risks, necessitating better diagnosis methods beyond just BMI.

Redefining Obesity With New Global Guidelines - News Center

New guidelines aim to redefine obesity diagnosis beyond BMI, utilizing objective health measures.
Two new categories, clinical and pre-clinical obesity, assist in better categorizing obesity-related health risks.
Emphasis on stigma-free treatment approaches for all individuals living with obesity.
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#body-mass-index

BMI, one of the most popular ways of telling if you're a healthy weight, is bogus. Here's what to use instead.

BMI is an inadequate measure for diagnosing obesity and health risks.
Experts advocate for a more comprehensive assessment of health beyond just weight.

Experts Argue It's Time for Obesity to Be Defined Beyond BMI

BMI is an imperfect tool indicating obesity and should be replaced or supplemented with better metrics.
Obesity can be categorized into clinical and preclinical to improve diagnosis and treatment.
A new framework for obesity diagnosis offers a more objective and globally applicable method.

BMI, one of the most popular ways of telling if you're a healthy weight, is bogus. Here's what to use instead.

BMI is an inadequate measure for diagnosing obesity and health risks.
Experts advocate for a more comprehensive assessment of health beyond just weight.

Experts Argue It's Time for Obesity to Be Defined Beyond BMI

BMI is an imperfect tool indicating obesity and should be replaced or supplemented with better metrics.
Obesity can be categorized into clinical and preclinical to improve diagnosis and treatment.
A new framework for obesity diagnosis offers a more objective and globally applicable method.
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#weight-loss

Fat cells have a 'memory' of obesity - hinting at why it's hard to keep weight off

Changes in fat cells' epigenome contribute to long-term challenges in maintaining weight loss after obesity.

Fat cell memories: Why it's hard to maintain healthy weight DW 11/22/2024

Fat cells have a biological 'memory' of obesity that complicates weight maintenance post-dieting.

Obesity has memory and retains it in cells

Obesity has a biological memory that complicates weight loss maintenance even after interventions.

Keeping weight off may be stymied by fat cells' memory' of obesity

Fat tissue may retain an obesity-related memory, complicating weight loss efforts for individuals.
Epigenetic changes in fat cells can affect metabolism, making sustained weight loss difficult.

Fat remembering' past obesity drives yo-yo diet effect, say experts

Fat tissue possesses a memory of past obesity, making weight maintenance difficult after losing weight.

Holiday Weight Loss Tips: How To Lose Weight This Holiday

Planning ahead during the holidays can help maintain weight loss goals.

Fat cells have a 'memory' of obesity - hinting at why it's hard to keep weight off

Changes in fat cells' epigenome contribute to long-term challenges in maintaining weight loss after obesity.

Fat cell memories: Why it's hard to maintain healthy weight DW 11/22/2024

Fat cells have a biological 'memory' of obesity that complicates weight maintenance post-dieting.

Obesity has memory and retains it in cells

Obesity has a biological memory that complicates weight loss maintenance even after interventions.

Keeping weight off may be stymied by fat cells' memory' of obesity

Fat tissue may retain an obesity-related memory, complicating weight loss efforts for individuals.
Epigenetic changes in fat cells can affect metabolism, making sustained weight loss difficult.

Fat remembering' past obesity drives yo-yo diet effect, say experts

Fat tissue possesses a memory of past obesity, making weight maintenance difficult after losing weight.

Holiday Weight Loss Tips: How To Lose Weight This Holiday

Planning ahead during the holidays can help maintain weight loss goals.
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#funding

Verdiva launches with $410M for weight loss drugs to challenge Ozempic, Wegovy

Verdiva has raised $410 million to develop oral drugs for obesity, challenging established players by addressing unmet medical needs in weight loss.

London-based Verdiva Bio launches with 398.4M to challenge Ozempic's reign in obesity treatment - Silicon Canals

Verdiva Bio launches with $411M funding to develop innovative therapies for obesity and cardiometabolic disorders.
Leading therapy, VRB-101, shows strong efficacy in initial trials.

Verdiva launches with $410M for weight loss drugs to challenge Ozempic, Wegovy

Verdiva has raised $410 million to develop oral drugs for obesity, challenging established players by addressing unmet medical needs in weight loss.

London-based Verdiva Bio launches with 398.4M to challenge Ozempic's reign in obesity treatment - Silicon Canals

Verdiva Bio launches with $411M funding to develop innovative therapies for obesity and cardiometabolic disorders.
Leading therapy, VRB-101, shows strong efficacy in initial trials.
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#health

How Ultraprocessed Foods Took Over America

Nearly 75% of American adults are obese or overweight, with ultraprocessed foods being a significant concern.

The brain controls body weight and obesity by regulating intestinal fat absorption

Obesity is a multifaceted condition arising from various factors, including diet, psychology, and genetics.

Why Is the American Diet So Deadly?

Raineri's study experience illuminated the contrasting effects of ultra-processed foods on health, challenging his prior beliefs about diet and obesity.

How RFK Jr's war on obesity in the age of Ozempic could shake up the booming weight-loss industry

Trump's nomination of Kennedy for Health and Human Services may shift focus from pharmaceuticals to nutrition in fighting obesity.

Your Friends Shape Your Microbiomeand So Do Their Friends

Social interactions significantly influence the composition of gut microbiomes among individuals, suggesting health can be shaped by social relationships.

Daily briefing: Variant of mpox virus is getting better at human-to-human transmission

Semaglutide significantly alleviates obesity-related knee arthritis pain, matching the efficacy of painkillers.
Advanced mapping of tumor cells offers crucial insights for cancer treatment development.
New findings on protocell structures may shed light on the evolution of cell membranes.

How Ultraprocessed Foods Took Over America

Nearly 75% of American adults are obese or overweight, with ultraprocessed foods being a significant concern.

The brain controls body weight and obesity by regulating intestinal fat absorption

Obesity is a multifaceted condition arising from various factors, including diet, psychology, and genetics.

Why Is the American Diet So Deadly?

Raineri's study experience illuminated the contrasting effects of ultra-processed foods on health, challenging his prior beliefs about diet and obesity.

How RFK Jr's war on obesity in the age of Ozempic could shake up the booming weight-loss industry

Trump's nomination of Kennedy for Health and Human Services may shift focus from pharmaceuticals to nutrition in fighting obesity.

Your Friends Shape Your Microbiomeand So Do Their Friends

Social interactions significantly influence the composition of gut microbiomes among individuals, suggesting health can be shaped by social relationships.

Daily briefing: Variant of mpox virus is getting better at human-to-human transmission

Semaglutide significantly alleviates obesity-related knee arthritis pain, matching the efficacy of painkillers.
Advanced mapping of tumor cells offers crucial insights for cancer treatment development.
New findings on protocell structures may shed light on the evolution of cell membranes.
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The weight loss drug revolution is shrinking America's waistline

GLP-1 drugs are potentially reversing America's obesity crisis with projected usage rising to 18 million by 2029.
#weight-loss-drugs

Science in 2025: the events to watch for next year

Emerging obesity treatments like orforglipron and retatrutide show significant potential, possibly transforming the landscape of weight loss drugs in 2025.

Teenagers Are Taking New Weight-Loss Drugs, but the Science Is Far from Settled

Teenagers are increasingly being prescribed semaglutide drugs, raising concerns about long-term health impacts.

Ozempic is about to get a lot cheaper. If Trump can agree to a Biden-era idea:

The Biden administration proposes covering weight-loss injectables under Medicare and Medicaid, potentially aiding millions of obese Americans.

Biden proposes Medicare and Medicaid cover weight-loss drugs for 7.4m people

The Biden administration aims to provide free weight loss drugs to low-income individuals and retirees to combat obesity.

Biden proposes Medicare and Medicaid cover costly weight-loss drugs for millions of obese Americans

New Medicare and Medicaid rule could cover popular weight-loss drugs for millions of obese Americans, representing a significant shift in healthcare policy.

Biden proposes Medicare and Medicaid cover costly weight-loss drugs for millions of obese Americans

Millions of Americans with obesity may gain Medicare/Medicaid coverage for weight-loss drugs, marking a significant policy shift and potential cost-saving.

Science in 2025: the events to watch for next year

Emerging obesity treatments like orforglipron and retatrutide show significant potential, possibly transforming the landscape of weight loss drugs in 2025.

Teenagers Are Taking New Weight-Loss Drugs, but the Science Is Far from Settled

Teenagers are increasingly being prescribed semaglutide drugs, raising concerns about long-term health impacts.

Ozempic is about to get a lot cheaper. If Trump can agree to a Biden-era idea:

The Biden administration proposes covering weight-loss injectables under Medicare and Medicaid, potentially aiding millions of obese Americans.

Biden proposes Medicare and Medicaid cover weight-loss drugs for 7.4m people

The Biden administration aims to provide free weight loss drugs to low-income individuals and retirees to combat obesity.

Biden proposes Medicare and Medicaid cover costly weight-loss drugs for millions of obese Americans

New Medicare and Medicaid rule could cover popular weight-loss drugs for millions of obese Americans, representing a significant shift in healthcare policy.

Biden proposes Medicare and Medicaid cover costly weight-loss drugs for millions of obese Americans

Millions of Americans with obesity may gain Medicare/Medicaid coverage for weight-loss drugs, marking a significant policy shift and potential cost-saving.
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Targeting a brain enzyme to curb obesity

Modulating endocannabinoids in the brain may offer a novel approach to combat obesity.
#weight-management

Kimchi reduces body fat and boosts gut health, new study reveals

Kimchi may aid in weight management and gut health for overweight adults, suggesting its potential as a dietary solution for obesity.

Fat cell memories: Why it's hard to maintain healthy weight DW 11/22/2024

Fat cells have a biological memory of obesity, making it hard to maintain weight loss.

Weed and Weight Loss?

Cannabis is being researched for its potential in weight management and combating obesity.

Kimchi reduces body fat and boosts gut health, new study reveals

Kimchi may aid in weight management and gut health for overweight adults, suggesting its potential as a dietary solution for obesity.

Fat cell memories: Why it's hard to maintain healthy weight DW 11/22/2024

Fat cells have a biological memory of obesity, making it hard to maintain weight loss.

Weed and Weight Loss?

Cannabis is being researched for its potential in weight management and combating obesity.
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#health-policy

Kennedy's Vow to Take On Big Food Could Face Resistance

Trump's administration may target unhealthy food labeling and ingredients due to a growing demand for transparency and healthier options.

Bernie Sanders is taking on ultra-processed foods - with RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement as an unlikely ally

Bernie Sanders is advocating for warning labels on ultra-processed foods to promote healthier choices and combat rising obesity rates among children.

Novo Nordisk sells hit weight-loss drug in China-at fraction of US price

Wegovy's price in China is substantially lower than in the US, highlighting global disparities in drug pricing.

NHS gets 12 years to roll out new weight-loss drug Mounjaro

A new weight-loss jab, Mounjaro, will be rolled out on the NHS, but the implementation may take up to 12 years due to service capacity concerns.

Can RFK Jr. Limit Ozempic Access as HHS Chief? Here's What to Know

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. argues that access to healthy food is key to solving obesity and diabetes, criticizing reliance on drug treatments like Ozempic.

Kennedy's Vow to Take On Big Food Could Face Resistance

Trump's administration may target unhealthy food labeling and ingredients due to a growing demand for transparency and healthier options.

Bernie Sanders is taking on ultra-processed foods - with RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement as an unlikely ally

Bernie Sanders is advocating for warning labels on ultra-processed foods to promote healthier choices and combat rising obesity rates among children.

Novo Nordisk sells hit weight-loss drug in China-at fraction of US price

Wegovy's price in China is substantially lower than in the US, highlighting global disparities in drug pricing.

NHS gets 12 years to roll out new weight-loss drug Mounjaro

A new weight-loss jab, Mounjaro, will be rolled out on the NHS, but the implementation may take up to 12 years due to service capacity concerns.

Can RFK Jr. Limit Ozempic Access as HHS Chief? Here's What to Know

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. argues that access to healthy food is key to solving obesity and diabetes, criticizing reliance on drug treatments like Ozempic.
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The Diet Age Could Soon Be Over

Ozempic and GLP-1 drugs are challenging the traditional reliance on diet and exercise for obesity management.
#healthcare

Biden administration pushes anti-obesity drug pressure to Trump

Medicare and Medicaid are expanding access to anti-obesity drugs, addressing a significant barrier in treating obesity for millions of Americans.

The Weight Debate in Health Care

Weight stigma may hinder healthy living for individuals with obesity, requiring a shift in healthcare focus.

Obesity Drugs Would Be Covered by Medicare and Medicaid Under Biden Proposal

Biden administration proposes Medicare and Medicaid coverage for obesity medications, allowing millions more Americans to access treatment for obesity.

Wait, Why Is Novo Selling Weight Loss Drugs for So Cheap in China?

Novo Nordisk's Wegovy drug now costs $193 in China, significantly lower than the $1,350 in the US, raising concerns over pharmaceutical pricing disparities.

Biden administration pushes anti-obesity drug pressure to Trump

Medicare and Medicaid are expanding access to anti-obesity drugs, addressing a significant barrier in treating obesity for millions of Americans.

The Weight Debate in Health Care

Weight stigma may hinder healthy living for individuals with obesity, requiring a shift in healthcare focus.

Obesity Drugs Would Be Covered by Medicare and Medicaid Under Biden Proposal

Biden administration proposes Medicare and Medicaid coverage for obesity medications, allowing millions more Americans to access treatment for obesity.

Wait, Why Is Novo Selling Weight Loss Drugs for So Cheap in China?

Novo Nordisk's Wegovy drug now costs $193 in China, significantly lower than the $1,350 in the US, raising concerns over pharmaceutical pricing disparities.
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Opinion | Overcoming Obesity, With Diet and Physical Education

Diet plays a crucial role in obesity; promoting home cooking and nutritional education is essential.
Physical education must be prioritized in schools to combat childhood obesity effectively.
#fitness

Why weight? Researchers say it's fitness that matters

Cardiorespiratory fitness is a stronger predictor of mortality risk than body mass index (BMI).
Obese individuals who are fit have similar mortality risks as normal weight individuals who are fit.

'The uniform was tighter': Almost a quarter of the U.S. military became obese during the pandemic

Obesity in the U.S. military surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, impacting readiness and increasing health-related costs significantly.

Why weight? Researchers say it's fitness that matters

Cardiorespiratory fitness is a stronger predictor of mortality risk than body mass index (BMI).
Obese individuals who are fit have similar mortality risks as normal weight individuals who are fit.

'The uniform was tighter': Almost a quarter of the U.S. military became obese during the pandemic

Obesity in the U.S. military surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, impacting readiness and increasing health-related costs significantly.
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#semaglutide

Use of new diet drugs likely to mushroom- Harvard Gazette

Over half of U.S. adults qualify for semaglutide, highlighting a crucial need for equitable access to this high-cost medication.

Anti-obesity drug has life-changing benefits for arthritis

Semaglutide, a weight-loss drug, effectively reduces pain from obesity-related knee arthritis, enhancing mobility for participants in a clinical trial.

Ozempic and Wegovy Ease Knee Osteoarthritis Pain in Large Study

Semaglutide significantly reduces knee pain in obese patients with osteoarthritis, marking a groundbreaking finding in treatment options.

Use of new diet drugs likely to mushroom- Harvard Gazette

Over half of U.S. adults qualify for semaglutide, highlighting a crucial need for equitable access to this high-cost medication.

Anti-obesity drug has life-changing benefits for arthritis

Semaglutide, a weight-loss drug, effectively reduces pain from obesity-related knee arthritis, enhancing mobility for participants in a clinical trial.

Ozempic and Wegovy Ease Knee Osteoarthritis Pain in Large Study

Semaglutide significantly reduces knee pain in obese patients with osteoarthritis, marking a groundbreaking finding in treatment options.
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Weight-loss drug reduces risk of early death for patients with heart failure, trial finds

Tirzepatide reduces the risk of death and worsening heart failure in patients with obesity and preserved heart function.

Daily briefing: The fun of winning science's satirical Ig Nobel prize

First-ever look at Moon's far side samples reveals ancient volcanic activity spanning billions of years.
Obesity creates lasting epigenetic changes in fat cells, impacting weight loss maintenance.
Google Scholar faces competition from AI-driven systems after 20 years of service.
Ig Nobel prizes can increase visibility and interest in scientific works, challenging conventional awards.

CNN Airs Throwback Fox News Montage Slamming Obama Obesity Task Force After Hosts Hail RFK Jr.'s Anti-Obesity Crusade

Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy as head of HHS sparks mixed reactions regarding health policy and his controversial views on vaccines and obesity.

Study Finds Sustained Remission of Obesity-related Conditions a Decade After Adolescent Weight Loss Surgery - News Center

Over half of the teens who underwent bariatric surgery showed sustained weight loss and resolution of obesity-related conditions after ten years.

New link between shift work and obesity outlined by researchers at Trinity College Dublin

Interleukin-17A plays a key role in fat storage regulation, offering new therapeutic potential for obesity and metabolic disorders.

These are anxious times and your brain may be wired to crave sugary food. How to override it to sustain your energy

Chronic stress may lead to increased cravings for comfort foods, contributing to overeating and potential obesity.

More Millennials and Gen Xers are getting colorectal cancer. Even young adults should watch for these 7 symptoms

Obesity and alcohol consumption are major factors contributing to increased bowel cancer deaths among young adults.

How does overeating lead to diabetes? A surge of neurotransmitters

High-fat diets lead to neurotransmitter surges that drive fatty acid release in the liver, contributing to metabolic diseases.

Weight-loss surgery down 25% as anti-obesity drug use soars - Harvard Gazette

The rising use of GLP-1 RA drugs has led to a significant decline in bariatric metabolic surgery among privately insured patients.
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