April 5, 2026

Obesity

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Obesity isn’t just weight: Doctor explains how excess fat harms your heart, joints, metabolism, and how lifestyle changes can transform health |

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Obesity transcends mere numbers on a scale; it’s a holistic health challenge affecting the heart, joints, and overall metabolism. The silent burden of excess fat can lead to serious complications such as heart disease and sleep apnea. Health professionals advocate that even small changes in weight through smart eating, consistent activity, and stress reduction can…

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Goodbye giant burger hoardings: Abu Dhabi bans junk food advertising, billboards to go sugar-free amid new public health policy targeting obesity

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A Health Revolution? Abu Dhabi Pulls the Plug on Junk Food Promotions In a landmark shift toward proactive public health policy, Abu Dhabi has announced a comprehensive ban on outdoor advertising for junk food and unhealthy beverages across the emirate, marking one of the most ambitious food marketing restrictions in the region. This initiative, launched…

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‘Obesity therapy mkt set to evolve rapidly’

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Danish firm Novo Nordisk expects India’s obesity therapy market to evolve rapidly, saying its recent Wegovy (injectable semaglutide) price cut could lift patient uptake five-to-seven-fold, echoing its insulin experience. This comes even as lower-priced generics loom, with a rival drugmaker, Eli Lilly & Co, also eyeing a share of one of the fastest-growing therapy segments.“Our…

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Sleep loss, stress, obesity emerging as key risks for breast cancer: ICMR study | India News

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NEW DELHI: Disrupted sleep, rising stress levels and central obesity are emerging as major drivers of India’s growing breast cancer burden, which is projected to rise by 5.6% annually and add nearly 50,000 new cases every year, according to a major new study by the ICMR-National Centre for Disease Informatics and Research.The systematic review and…

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WHO issues guidelines on GLP-1 therapies for obesity treatment: Understanding the impact, safety considerations, and who can benefit

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This week, the World Health Organization entered a new arena with its first global guideline on GLP-1 therapies for obesity treatment. Released on December 1, 2025, the document conditionally recommends drugs like semaglutide, liraglutide, and tirzepatide for adults with a BMI of 30 or higher-but only as part of a lifelong plan that pairs them…

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What waist circumference reveals that BMI misses: Hidden risks for diabetes, heart disease, and central obesity |

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For decades, body mass index (BMI) has been the primary method for assessing weight-related health risks. Calculated using height and weight, BMI is used to classify individuals as underweight, normal, overweight, or obese. While simple to use, BMI has notable limitations. Experts now argue that waist circumference, a measure of abdominal size, provides a more…

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Forget Ozempic! Study reveals common kitchen spice that can fight obesity naturally |

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Novo Nordisk dropped the price of its injectable weight-loss drugs Wegovy and Ozempic recently. But guess what? A recent study suggests a common kitchen spice, may offer weight-loss benefits similar to expensive drugs. Researchers found that consuming just a tablespoon daily for eight weeks significantly improved blood lipid profiles, reducing bad cholesterol and triglycerides while…

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Obesity increases the risk of stomach cancer: Understanding the link between excess weight and digestive health |

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Obesity has long been linked to an increased risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and various cancers. Recent research, however, has revealed a lesser-known but serious connection between obesity and stomach cancer (gastric cancer). Excess body fat can trigger hormonal changes, inflammation, and metabolic imbalances that may increase the likelihood of cancerous…

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