Search Result For: fat accumulation

bowls of green olives and glass of white wine

Date: 2025/01/30 - 17:00

How a Mediterranean diet might protect the brain's white matter

In a study of Hispanic/Latino adults, adhering closely to a Mediterranean-style diet appeared to improve brain health, particularly by preserving white matter integrity.

Syringes of Ozempic, a GLP-1 medications used to manage diabetes and aid weight loss

Date: 2025/01/28 - 20:31

A key protein may help Ozempic users retain muscle mass while losing fat

Salk Institute researchers have identified a key protein that may help users of GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy maintain muscle mass while losing weight.

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Date: 2025/01/28 - 15:31

Calorie restriction plus common diabetes drug leads to higher remission rates

A combination of an SGLT-2 inhibitor drug and a moderately calorie-restrictive diet leads to higher rates of type 2 diabetes remission compared to just calorie restriction alone, new research has found.

Aperson having breakfast with boiled eggs, sourdough bread, tea, and various other items early in the morning.

Date: 2025/01/23 - 22:31

Could intermittent fasting earlier in the day help reduce more abdominal fat?

Following an "early" time-restricted intermittent fasting pattern is more beneficial for improved blood sugar regulation, and reducing the amount of abdominal fat just under the skin, a new study has found.

healthcare provider with afro hairstyle checking body scan on computer screen

Date: 2025/01/23 - 21:00

Muscle fat may pose higher risk to heart health than other forms of fat

Intramuscular fat, contained within muscle tissue, increases the risk of serious heart disease, regardless of other risk factors, a new study suggests.

Date: 2025/01/22 - 23:00

Carbonated Water May Promote Weight Loss, but Effects Are Minimal

New research suggests that drinking sparkling water might help with weight loss. However, the effects of sparkling water on weight loss are quite small, meaning most people will still need to eat well and exercise often to maintain a healthy weight.

collage of cutlery arranged as clock hands on a plate and photo of a woman running

Date: 2025/01/19 - 11:31

Intermittent fasting paired with exercise may be best for weight loss

Combining time-restricted eating with exercise may be more effective in prompting weight loss than exercise without time-restricted eating, recent evidence suggests.

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Date: 2025/01/17 - 22:00

Why BMI is not the obesity measurement we need

A global group of experts has suggested a new approach to diagnosing and treating obesity that does not rely solely on the much-contested body mass index (BMI).

Date: 2025/01/17 - 20:00

Excess weight gain in first trimester associated with fetal fat accumulation

Findings from NIH study suggest early intervention may prevent adult obesity associated with heavier birthweight.

Date: 2025/01/16 - 02:32

Processed Red Meat May Raise Risk of Cognitive Decline, Dementia

Dementia cases in the U.S. are expected to double by 2060, and poor diet is considered a risk factor. A new study found that eating processed red meat is associated with a 13% higher risk of dementia and cognitive decline.