Healthcare News
Plant-based diet reduces weight and hot flashes in postmenopausal women, finds new study
A diet that replaces animal products with plant-based foods—whether unprocessed or ultra-processed—and includes soybeans can lead to significant weight loss and a reduction in severe hot flashes in postmenopausal women
Allowing small portions of desired foods in meals linked to lower cravings and greater weight loss
Dieters in a clinical trial who incorporated craved foods into a balanced meal plan lost more weight during the 12-month weight-loss program and their cravings remained minimal through the subsequent 12 months of maintenance.
Growing number of US adolescents receive weight-loss surgery
Weight-loss surgeries for adolescents increased 15% in the U.S. between 2021 and 2023, even as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved effective new weight-loss medications for this age group
Midlife weight loss linked to longer, healthier lives
Losing weight via lifestyle adjustments can deliver significant long-term health benefits, without the need for surgery or anti-obesity drugs.
Bariatric surgery: Different benefits for people with an increased risk of diabetes
More than 2.5 billion adults worldwide are overweight or obese. Many develop type 2 diabetes (T2D) and other complications. Bariatric surgery is an effective treatment option for significantly reducing weight and reducing the risk of complications.
