Share on PinterestCan your oral health be affected while taking GLP-1 medications? Aleksandar Georgiev/Getty Images People can experience a range of side effects while taking GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy. A growing number of people report experiencing “Ozempic breath,” or foul-smelling breath that they believe stems from using GLP-1 weight loss medications. Health … Read more
Share on PinterestA new study found that people who combined time-restricted eating and intense exercise not only improved their cardiometabolic health, but also achieved the most noticeable changes in body composition. Oleg Breslavtsev/Getty Images A small study found that combining time-restricted eating and intense exercise can improve cardiometabolic health and contribute to weight loss. Participants … Read more
When all major cooking oils were tested (including canola, peanut and corn oils), they were all found to be more effective at lowering total and LDL (bad) cholesterol compared to butter or lard. “This means they are effective in reducing risk factors involved in conditions such as heart disease and diabetes, especially when used as … Read more
Faddy diets often claim to target belly fat, also known as visceral fat, but no diet can guarantee weight loss in a specific area – Getty Even if you’ve never had a spare tire, the hormonal and metabolic changes that come with middle age can lead to a bulge around the middle. No diet can … Read more
If you’ve always been curious about the Mediterranean diet, now is the ideal time to start implementing it into your lifestyle. Especially if you’re trying to lose weight, the MedDiet has scientific evidence that proves it can help with your weight loss efforts. By following this delicious diet, you can also reduce your risk of … Read more
The intersection of nutrition and health has been known for a long time. But recently, a major trend – the “food as medicine” movement – has developed. As societies grapple with rising healthcare costs and gain a growing understanding of the impact of nutrition on well-being, healthcare organizations are embracing the idea that food can … Read more
Six Brits take part in Channel 4’s new series Around the World in 80 Weighs “Uh-oh, I don’t see any chippies here,” says contestant Russell in the first episode of Channel 4’s controversial new series of weight loss journeys Around the world in 80 weights. Russell, 36 years old and from Kent, stares from his … Read more
A surge of interest in the drug’s potential as a treatment for alcoholics comes amid published research and anecdotal evidence – AFP Michelle Udden had become accustomed to drinking every night. “If I’m honest, it was almost becoming a habit,” says Udden, 51, who lives in New Hampshire, US, and works for a higher education … Read more
Dietitians have urged the public not to follow ‘fad’ nutritional advice from unwitting celebrities on social media. The British Dietetic Association says ‘influencers’ should not be mistaken for experts simply because they have millions of followers. It warned that the trends could be dangerous, cause medical problems and lead to eating disorders. The trade body, … Read more
THE LIQUID DIET was big in the late 80s, but versions of the plan still exist and thrive on social media. And there actually are two types of liquid diets you need to know about. The first time is one you’ll be familiar with if you’ve ever woken up from surgery and wanted a snack … Read more