Overweight

Doors open for a wave of cheap weight-loss drugs, but global distribution will be uneven

GLP-1 obesity treatments may see wider access as key patents lapse.

A combination image shows an injection pen of Zepbound, Eli Lilly's weight loss drug, and boxes of Wegovy, made by Novo Nordisk.
Childhood obesity

New study: Childhood obesity may indicate something much worse

The weight gain is not always dramatic or rapid. Sometimes it involves a few kilograms that accumulate slowly but hardly respond to diet or physical activity

5 signs that your weight gain is linked to a thyroid problem

Four habits that increase dangerous fat

Four daily habits that cause the body to store more dangerous fat


Losing weight later in life could raise risk of early death - study

Those who lost weight over the age of 65 were a third more likely to die within an average of four years.

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Want to lose weight, but nothing is working? There's a simple reason why

Following a weight-loss diet just isn't enough if you want to stay in shape and feel healthy, a new study has shown.

 Going on a fad diet can actually do more harm than good in the long run, despite the appeal some people may see in them.

Overeating while pregnant predicts lifetime of obesity for children - study

New research found that overnutrition during pregnancy and nursing appears to rewire the brains of developing children and, potentially, future generations.

 Fruit, vegetables, milk and yoghurt.

Have carbohydrates been unfairly blamed for causing obesity? - Israeli study

The study carried out by Rambam researchers found that there is no connection between the amount of insulin in children and their tendency to obesity.

 Have carbohydrates been unfairly blamed for causing obesity? (illustrative)

More than half of the world will be overweight or obese by 2035 - report  

The World Obesity Federation's 2023 atlas predicts that 51% of the world, or more than 4 billion people, will be obese or overweight within the next 12 years.

 FAT-SHAMING is just one of the problems with the ‘Family First’ ad, which also ‘singles-shames.’

Obesity, overweight BMI can raise risk of death by 91% - study

The new study busted previous widespread biases on the link between one's BMI and mortality risk, including the "obesity paradox."

 FAT-SHAMING is just one of the problems with the ‘Family First’ ad, which also ‘singles-shames.’

Is fat good? Study shows cellulite can help protect you from disease

This interesting study doesn't recommend that we all gain weight on purpose, but it does show that thigh fat might help prevent strokes and dementia. Here are all the details.

Cellulite can protect you from disease, new research shows.

Have scientists found the gene that keeps you thin? - study

Recently, it has become clear that a gene called CREB-Regulated Transcription Coactivator 1 (CRTC1) is associated with obesity in humans.

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Hanukkah: Eat healthier, live happier this winter - opinion

Here are a few tips for you to consider to get started on your healthy living and weight-loss journey to good health this Hanukkah.

 A FAMILY comes together for Hanukkah candle lighting and a meal.

Live in Israel, want to lose weight? Return to Mediterranean diet - study

Prof. Iris Shai: We learned from the results of the experiment that the quality of the food is just as important as the total number of calories consumed.

A healthy Mediterranean meal