Category: Weight Loss

Hormone Found in Humans Could Help Obesity

December 2nd, 2020
  A hormone that can suppress food intake and increase the feeling of fullness in mice has shown similar results in humans, according to a new study.   New Potential Treatment   The hormone called lipocalin-2 (LCN2) could be used as a potential tr… more »

Following Exercise Recommendations Could Cut Risk of Early Death

July 15th, 2020
  Getting the recommended amount of exercise could lower your risk of early death, a new study indicates.   Following Guidelines can Make a Difference   The United State’s guidelines suggests at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity or at least 7… more »

Eating Late, Then Heading to Bed, may not be a Good Idea

June 24th, 2020
  If you eat dinner late in the evening and then head to bed you may gain weight while you sleep, a new study suggests.   Timing Makes a Difference   The weight gain is likely because your metabolism slows, boosting blood sugar and other chemicals… more »

Highly Processed Foods can add to Your Waistline

May 29th, 2019
Less expensive, easier to prepare, ultra processed foods can make you fat, a new study says. New Study People who were limited to a diet of primarily highly processed foods ate more calories and gained more weight than when their diet mostly consiste… more »

New Weight Loss Product Cleared by the FDA

May 15th, 2019
  A new capsule was recently cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to help adults who are overweight or obese shed some pounds, when used along with diet and exercise.   New Weight Loss Product   Biotechnology company Gelesis deve… more »