You’ve stayed up late, either answering emails or binge-watching a series, and the next morning you feel groggy and irritable. Sweet pastries or a greasy sandwich for breakfast seem far…

According to American scientists involved in the City of Hope research project, waistlines are expanding over the years because aging stem cells are “switching to heightened activity.” Many people face…

Researchers have found that individuals who took antidepressants for an extended period gained, on average, twice as much weight as those who had never taken them. Even with diet and…

Research conducted on mice has revealed that obesity exhibits a specific response to periods of fasting. Periodic or intermittent fasting has become a popular strategy for improving health and metabolism.…

People who constantly struggle with excess weight often hear the advice: “Eat less and move more.” They are blamed for a lack of self-discipline and neglecting a proper diet. However,…

If a person with excess weight manages to shed some fat, they will likely find it harder to prevent its return. Why does this happen? A new study by Swiss…

A team of researchers from Sichuan University in Chengdu, China, has reached this conclusion. Their study also revealed that individuals with higher muscle strength are less likely to develop neurodegenerative…

Specifically, excess weight that cannot be shed during this period is linked to a 60 percent increase in the likelihood of heart attacks and strokes, affecting both men and women…

Professor Carlos Monteiro from the University of São Paulo (Brazil) asserts that ultra-processed foods are so harmful to health that they should be sold with warnings, similar to tobacco products.…

A team of researchers from the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences has found that men often let themselves go within the first five years of marriage. They tend to consume…

First and foremost, middle-aged men are at the highest risk. Scientists warn that an increase in abdominal fat can lead to brain aging and a decline in cognitive functions. Researchers…

Weight gain as we age is so common worldwide that it has almost become a cliché. The average person at 50 years old gains about 15 extra pounds. A recent…

Authors of a new study are urging individuals of this type to shed excess weight. Despite appearing healthy and fit, those who are overweight face a significantly higher risk of…

People with a high body mass index (BMI) risk becoming physically weaker over the years compared to their slimmer peers. This is supported by new research from scientists at the…

An AI system has created a model of Michael—a fan of ultra-processed food (UPF)—for a research report by the culinary company Gousto. Meet Michael This is one of those cases…

There’s always room for dessert, declared a team of researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Metabolism Research in Germany. According to the scientists, the so-called “dessert stomach” does exist.…

A team of researchers from the Karolinska Institute (Sweden), the University of Bristol, and Imperial College London (United Kingdom) has announced that calorie-free caffeinated beverages may help reduce fat deposits…

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), one in eight people on our planet suffers from obesity. A new randomized study from Washington State University reveals that drinking a large…

According to researchers from Tufts University (USA), carbonated and energy drinks packed with sweeteners stimulate the pleasure centers in our brains, making them seem incredibly tasty. However, this pleasure comes…

Over the past 60 years, global sugar consumption has quadrupled. Today, sugar accounts for about 8 percent of all calories consumed by the average person on Earth. Some may think…

A team of researchers from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University has discovered that a natural compound—elenolic acid—can aid in the fight against obesity and type 2 diabetes. After just…

Experts advise thinking twice before feeding your dog leftovers from your breakfast, like scrambled eggs or grilled salmon. “Most of us don’t realize how calorie-dense human food can be for…

Researchers assert that holiday treats are not suitable for our furry companions, primarily due to their staggering calorie counts. Almost everyone with a pet feels compelled to share something delicious…