Ozempic’s maker, Novo Nordisk, says it has developed a compound that has been shown to be a one-stop-shop for appetite suppression and weight loss in mice. Ozempic promotes weight loss by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone that the body naturally produces after eating, so users feel fuller for longer. This potential new therapy harnesses the power … Read more
Even the best-laid diet plans can be derailed by a Thanksgiving feast—and who can say no to their mom’s mashed potatoes or aunt’s pumpkin pie? But just because we’re allowing ourselves to indulge in some of our favorite holiday foods doesn’t mean we’re powerless against the pull of over-indulgence—and in fact, there are a few … Read more
Losing face? Take heart. There’s a new supplement on the market that promises to put an end to the hangover “Ozempic face” aesthetic — in addition to some of the drug’s other unpleasant side effects. Ozempic is part of a class of diabetes and obesity drugs that mimic the hormone GLP-1 that the body naturally … Read more
Move over, belly tea — health influencers are clamoring for a new technique they say can banish bloating, boost digestion and even promote weight loss. A growing number of TikTok users are obsessed with belly button tugging videos, in which health and beauty gurus massage a few drops of castor oil onto their belly button … Read more
Jingle bell rock solid. As we approach the holidays, a fitness trainer says there are three steps you can take to look slim and ripped in time for Christmas. Jenna Rizzo, a women’s weight loss coach from Georgia, took to TikTok to share her three tips for a pre-holiday glow. Rizzo is a fitness trainer … Read more
Your friends and family will likely applaud your significant weight loss—but your cells may be resisting the changes. New research reveals that obesity can cause genetic modifications within fat cells that allow the cells to store “memories” of being overweight in their core and make it easier for the body to put the pounds back … Read more
Go ahead, give it a shot. Ozempic and other game-changing weight loss medications are popular for a reason—but, nutrition experts say, don’t forget the all-natural, everyday foods that were out there by controlling your appetite first. Writing for Eat This, Not That!, dietician Gillean Barkyoumb suggests that trendy injections that mimic the hormone GLP-1, designed … Read more
Doctors were convinced a Norwegian man was just healthy for 12 years – but his growing belly was actually expanding with a 60kg malignant tumour. He was diagnosed with obesity and even given Ozempic before the growth was discovered, leading to a 10-hour operation to remove it. Thomas Kraut, 59, underwent the operation in Oslo, … Read more
Did the spare tire make you feel flat? A functional medicine specialist says a hormonal imbalance may be to blame for your weight problems. Dr. Pranav Vyas, a chiropractor and acupuncturist in suburban Chicago, shares five signs that your weight loss struggles may be hormone-related. “If you have any of these or a combination of … Read more
Meet the 52-year-old online star who went from an overweight old lady to a bodybuilding champion in just a few years. Five years ago, Brazilian Claudia Oliveira decided to make a dramatic change in her lifestyle when she was tired of being sad and having low self-esteem. Claudia Oliveira lost over 66 kilograms and started … Read more