New research in eClinicalMedicine reveals that nearly half of people with obstructive sleep apnea are not obese, challenging long-held assumptions and calling for more inclusive screening strategies.

Obesity is a chronic disease influenced by genetics, hormones, and metabolism, not merely overeating. Disruptions in leptin and ghrelin signaling, along with metabolic adaptation, contribute to ...

"With the diminished size of the [active-duty] force and increasing demands on the National Guard and reserves, service members separated due to obesity and its comorbidities are vital personnel ...

There is an “unbelievable number of anti-obesity drugs in development,” including GLP-1 receptor agonists with other incretins and appetite suppressants, Bays, chief science officer and ...

Semaglutide and tirzepatide prescriptions for obesity are influenced by race, gender, social vulnerability, and urbanicity, with disparities in access and utilization. Despite increased ...

Researchers calculated that a BMI cutoff of 33.7 kg/m 2 should be used to diagnose obesity in male athletes. Studies are needed to validate the proposed BMI cutoffs in other populations.

The glossy coats and gleaming tack of the show ring can often disguise a troubling truth: obesity in show horses remains a significant and ongoing welfare concern. But as the industry becomes more ...

Before there was Fat Joe, Big Pun or Biggie, there were The Fat Boys. The Brooklyn-born friends parlayed a win at a rap contest in the 1980s into a record deal, movie roles, and even an appearance ...

With obesity-related illnesses filling up hospital beds and keeping people out of work, it is an economic issue as well as a health crisis. The market is vast, and the stakes are high. Furthermore ...

You can reach Elaine on Signal at elaineywchen.70. Novo Nordisk is expanding its efforts to sell its obesity drug Wegovy directly to patients, striking agreements with telehealth companies ...

To achieve fat loss and reduce bloating, fitness coach suggests incorporating 16 nutrient-dense foods into your diet, such as leafy greens, yoghurt and more. If your aim is fat loss, getting rid ...

Jennifer's trip to the doctor proved a pivotal moment, prompting her to take action: "My doctor went ahead and put on my chart that I was now considered morbidly obese, which scared me to death.