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Exciting new findings indicate that GLP-1 weight-loss medications might dramatically reduce the likelihood of 10 types of cancer linked to obesity for patients with type 2 diabetes, outperforming insulin. However, there’s no observed benefit for postmenopausal breast or thyroid cancers. Weight-loss drugs known as GLP-1 receptor agonists are discussed for their effect on blood sugar…
Actor Kate Winslet has spoken out strongly against the growing use of weight-loss injections such as Ozempic, warning that the global obsession with pharmaceutical shortcuts to thinness risks serious damage to both physical and mental health.In a recent interview with the Sunday Times, the Oscar-winning actor criticized what she described as a “chaotic” culture of…
A new experimental weight loss pill is giving hope to scientists that people may soon burn fat without losing precious muscle or fighting constant loss of appetite. Early human trials of the medication suggest it may offer an alternative to the current injectable medications that generally come with muscle loss and gut side effects. Double-edged…
If your weighing scale has been stuck on the same number for weeks, despite trying all the weight-loss diets, we have news for you! A new analysis reveals that a low-fat vegan diet leads to greater weight loss than the Mediterranean diet, even when including foods like refined grains and potatoes. This plant-based approach, which…
Choosing the right fruit for weight‑loss can feel surprisingly strategic: some fruits fill you up, others boost metabolism or support fat burning. Among widely recommended options, orange and amla (Indian gooseberry) both stand out for their high nutrient content, particularly vitamin C, but their effects on weight‑management are not the same. Understanding how these two…
The blockbuster injections that began life as humble diabetes medications have rapidly evolved into one of modern medicine’s most surprising success stories. First they reshaped weight-loss treatment, then proved capable of protecting the heart, and now, according to a recent report by the Washington Post, these same GLP-1 drugs may be taking aim at one…
Biryani, one of South Asia’s most cherished dishes, is synonymous with indulgence and festive dining. Yet, its traditional preparation, laden with ghee, fried onions, and refined rice, makes it highly calorie-dense and unsuitable for frequent consumption among those pursuing weight management. With obesity and metabolic diseases on the rise, nutritionists are revisiting cultural dishes to…
Rohit Sharma (Pic credit: BCCI) NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma has always cherished playing in Australia — a country where some of his most defining knocks have come. But after leading India to a morale-boosting nine-wicket win in the third ODI in Sydney on Saturday, the former captain admitted this could be his and Virat Kohli’s…
Ozempic and other GLP-1 weight-loss drugs have become a sensation in recent years, helping millions shed pounds while also managing blood sugar. But new research shows these popular medications may have unexpected consequences beyond the well-known side effects like nausea, sulfurous burps, fatigue, or gastrointestinal changes. A recent study presented at the 38th Annual Congress…
A recent study presented at the EASD in Vienna reveals that over half of adults in Denmark discontinue semaglutide, a weight-loss drug, within a year. Factors contributing to this include the high cost of the medication, adverse side effects, and age. The new class of anti-obesity drugs, glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs), has been a…
