First-generation GLP-1 weight-loss drugs could help reduce the risk of obesity-related cancers, new research shows. These medications have been around longer than the newer, better-known GLP-1 drugs, such as Ozempic, but they work in similar ways. Experts say a healthy lifestyle that includes a well-balanced diet, regular exercise, and adequate sleep is an important component…

A 3-month time-restricted eating (TRE) protocol resulted in up to one year of sustained weight loss in people with overweight or obesity. Adhering to an 8-hour window of eating led to greater weight loss than eating throughout the day, whether early or late. Researchers say that TRE may lead to lasting behavioral and physiological changes…

A mother and daughter share the same rare genetic disease that causes tumor growth throughout the body. After living with neurofibromatosis type 1 with plexiform neurofibromas (NF1-PN) for four years, daughter Samatha Pearson was accepted into a clinical trial that changed her life. The mother-daughter duo shares their journey of managing the condition and advocating…

New research has found that nuts and seeds do not increase the risk of diverticulitis. The findings confirmed that four key dietary patterns, including the DASH diet, help reduce the risk of diverticulitis onset. The findings were consistent with a similar study previously conducted in males, refuting current recommendations about foods to avoid to prevent…

Attorneys general in 19 states have filed a lawsuit, challenging the Trump administration’s plans to significantly reduce staffing at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Experts say deep job cuts at federal health agencies like the CDC, NIH, and FDA could endanger public health by disrupting key services that safeguard food and medication…

TikTok’s new okra water health trend claims to help with blood sugar, gut health, and weight. Nutrition experts say the vegetable itself is chock-full of healthy nutrients. However, the health claims for okra water may be exaggerated. You’re likely familiar with okra. The edible seed pods of the okra plant are used in a variety…

Republican leaders are looking at budget proposals that could drastically reduce Medicaid funding. Experts say the cuts could have a significant impact on low-income households that rely on the federally funded program. Medicaid cuts could also affect reproductive health services as well as programs for older adults, children, and people with mental health disorders. Republicans…

Cardiologists are developing a method for measuring the heart’s “functional age” to help predict complications like heart disease. According to new research, unhealthy lifestyle habits could contribute to premature aging of the heart. Physical activity and eating heart-healthy foods are some of the best ways to preserve your heart’s functional age. The concept of trying…

Wegovy (semaglutide) could offer a new option to treat severe liver disease based on new clinical trial evidence. The GLP-1 drug resolved liver inflammation in nearly two-thirds of participants, twice the rate seen with placebo. Semaglutide had a favorable safety profile, with serious adverse events occurring at the same rate as placebo. Wegovy, a highly…

A new viral TikTok trend known as “fart walking” involves going for a stroll after eating to help release gas. Proponents say a fart walk helps promote digestive health, while regular fart walking could reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by preventing blood sugar spikes. While the benefits of this health hack lack scientific…