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Fewer teenagers now consider themselves to be overweight: Study
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
A study of over 745,000 adolescents from 41 countries in Europe and North America discovered an increase in the number of teenagers who underestimate their body weight. Tracking data from 2002 to 2018, the peer-reviewed findings, published in Child and Adolescent Obesity, show a significant
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Prevalence of metabolically related fatty liver disease is rising: Study
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
According to a study presented at the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago, the percentage of adults suffering from metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD), the leading cause of liver disease worldwide, is increasing.
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Lean muscle mass increases resistance to Alzheimer's disease: Study
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Researchers discovered that having a lot of lean muscle may prevent Alzheimer's. The underlying molecular mechanisms, as well as the consequences for clinical and public health, still require further study.
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Increased lean muscle mass protects against Alzheimer's disease: Study
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Researchers found high levels of lean muscle may protect against Alzheimer's disease. However, more research is needed to elucidate the underlying biological pathways, as well as the clinical and public health implications.
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Bariatric surgery reduces risk of major cardiac events in patients with ob
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
According to a new study presented at the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, bariatric surgery, also known as weight-loss or metabolic surgery, was associated with a 42% lower risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) such as
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Higher doses of oral semaglutide improve blood sugar control, weight loss:
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects one's capacity to regulate blood sugar levels. Many patients' conditions worsen over time, making blood sugar levels more difficult to control. Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, such as semaglutide, have given patients greater con
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Study reveals prevalence of metabolically related fatty liver disease is r
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
According to a study presented at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago, the percentage of adults with metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD), the major global cause of liver disease, is growing.
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Plant-based meal packages associated with lower BMI in children: Study
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
Taking a "food is medicine" approach, according to a new study undertaken by experts at the Mass General Brigham hospital system, could increase nutrition security for families while simultaneously lowering children's body mass index (BMI). Researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital and
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Plant-based food packages linked to lower BMI in children: Research
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
According to a new study performed by researchers at the Mass General Brigham Hospital system, taking a "food is medicine" approach could improve nutrition security for families while also lowering children's body mass index (BMI). Researchers from the Massachusetts General Hospital and Bost
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Obesity support group -A boon for obese patients
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 22: To help people understand the importance of maintaining an optimum weight to lead a healthy life, Laparo Obeso Centre organized an obesity support group meeting in Mumbai where more than 100 patients had been participated and open up their weightless jo
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Radioactive iodine, surgery linked to increased survival in hyperthyroidis
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
According to a study, hyperthyroidism therapy such as radioactive iodine or surgery was linked to a lower risk for mortality.
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Employees who are obese might have a greater loss of productivity at work:
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
According to an industry-supported study at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society's annual conference in Chicago, Ill, people with obesity may be less productive at work owing to an increased risk of sickness, which would raise expenditures for companies.
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