Highlights Chronic overconsumption of a western diet - foods consisting high levels of sugars and fats causes obesity. Peripheral endocannabinoid signaling seems to be the reaso...
Highlights Physical activity among preschoolers is important for preventing childhood obesity and promoting cardiovascular health. A study was conducted to examine the impact of p...
Highlights Higher levels of serum stearic acid/palmitic acid (S/P) ratio increased the chances of diabetes remission after bariatric surgery. S/P ratio may serve as a diagnosti...
Highlights Doctors who were removing the appendix of a 16-year-old girl found a tumor in her ovary. These benign tumors called teratomas, develop from rebellious, immature egg cel...
Highlights Sugar-free drinks may be no better for weight loss or preventing weight gain. Artificially-sweetened beverages (ASB) are often known as diet versions of soft drinks ...
Highlights Alcohol consumption increases the risk of heart conditions such as atrial fibrillation, heart attack and congestive heart failure. The risk might be gr...
Highlights The American College of Physicians (ACP) has updated its recommendation for the treatment of type 2 diabetes based on the effectiveness and safety of oral medications. ...
Highlights Sitting for longer periods of time, especially for desk jobs, has a direct correlation with obesity. This relationship affects men more than women. One hour of exerc...
Highlights Obesity is the accumulation of excess fat in the body that impairs health. Parental obesity is linked with developmental delays in children. Children of obese parents ...
Highlights 83% of the 40-60 year old Britons are either overweight or obese, drinking too much or physically inactive. Sedentary lifestyle and busy desk jobs are making it increas...
Highlights Researchers from Duke University have identified a drug like molecule that inhibits G9a, an enzyme that is important for gene regulation If this molecules i...
Highlights Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin disease characterized by itchy or sore patches with silvery scales on the skin. Being obese may worsen the severity of psoriasis. Los...
Highlights Fat Mass and Obesity-associated (FTO) protein could be associated with leukemia progression. FTO is well known for its association with obesity This study provides new targe...
Highlights Metabolic syndrome is defined by a group of risk factors that lead to diabetes and heart disease. High-fat diet can trigger a metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrom...
Highlights Advertisements influence the increased intake of confectionery products in kids. Nearly 73% kids are influenced by their favorite cartoons and celebrities in the adver...
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