A new study suggests that tailoring diabetes screening for Black, Hispanic, and Asian Americans based on lower BMI thresholds and younger ages can significantly reduce disparities in diabetes diagnosis rates. This approach may improve health equity by identifying cases earlier and reducing mortality rates associated with diabetes.
SourceAmerican College of Physicians·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·TypeObservational study·DateMay 9, 2022
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Obesity rates in Denmark have increased dramatically, from 6% in 1987 to over 18% in 2021, with a strong period effect observed. The study highlights the need for concerted action to reverse this trend and addresses social inequality in obesity.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 6, 2022
Women with obesity and high waist circumference are more susceptible to fractures than those with normal weight. The study found a linear relationship between waist circumference and the incidence of fracture at any site and at the distal lower limb, particularly at the ankle.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 6, 2022
A recent study found that only 3% of adults with a recording of overweight or obesity in England are referred to weight management programmes, indicating under-reporting in primary care. The programme's effectiveness varies across the country, and the lack of national registry makes it difficult to determine access for patients.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 6, 2022
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The US military is facing a significant challenge due to the growing obesity epidemic, which limits recruits, decreases re-enlistment candidacy, and reduces mission readiness. Nutrition education and access to healthy food are key solutions proposed by experts to address this issue.
SourceElsevier·JournalJournal of Nutrition Education and Behavior·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMay 6, 2022
A study suggests that women who have had weight loss surgery should wait at least two years before trying for a baby due to the risk of having an underweight (small for gestational age) baby. The longer interval from surgery to conception is associated with a lower risk of SGA babies.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 6, 2022
A UK study of nearly 400,000 adults found that being overweight or obese amplifies the harmful effects of alcohol on cancer risk. Higher obesity levels are associated with a greater risk of developing both obesity-related and alcohol-related cancers, regardless of alcohol consumption.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 6, 2022
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A $66,000 NIH grant will support Karry Weston's two-year study on the lack of breastfeeding in rural Missouri. The goal is to identify cultural factors influencing mothers' decisions, with a focus on improving maternal care in rural communities.
Researchers found antibody levels in people with severe obesity are significantly lower than normal weight controls after receiving two doses of either the Pfizer/BioNTech or CoronaVac vaccine. The study suggests that individuals with severe obesity may generate a weaker immune response to COVID-19 vaccination.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 5, 2022
A meta-analysis of 11 randomised trials found that vegan diets for at least 12 weeks can lead to clinically meaningful weight loss and improved blood sugar control. However, vegan diets did not affect blood pressure or triglycerides compared to other diets.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 5, 2022
A recent study published in BMC Medicine found that obesity is associated with an increased risk of fatal prostate cancer. For every 10cm (four inches) on the waist, the risk of fatal disease increases by 7%. The study analyzed data from over 2.5 million men and found a link between body fat and prostate cancer risk.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·JournalBMC Medicine·DateMay 4, 2022
Researchers developed a genetic-risk score to identify women most at risk for gestational and postpartum diabetes. Intensive lifestyle intervention reduced their risk, but only benefited those with the highest genetic risk.
SourceUniversity of Helsinki·JournalDiabetologia·DateMay 4, 2022
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A 10-country survey of adolescents with obesity found that nearly 24% are unaware they have the condition, while two-thirds believe it's their sole responsibility to lose weight. Most participants worry about the impact of obesity on their future health.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 4, 2022
A randomised trial found that poor sleeping habits may contribute to regaining weight after weight loss in adults with obesity. Exercise sessions per week can help maintain better sleep and aid in weight loss maintenance.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 4, 2022
Researchers at Lund University found that individuals with a metabolic BMI five units higher than their actual BMI are at twice the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Metabolic changes associated with obesity can increase the risk, even in those with normal weight, highlighting the need for new screening methods.
SourceLund University·JournalDiabetes Care·DateMay 3, 2022
The European Region has the highest obesity prevalence among all WHO regions, with 59% of adults and 29% of children classified as overweight or obese. To address this growing epidemic, the WHO recommends a range of interventions and policy options to prevent and tackle obesity, including building back better after the COVID-19 pandemic.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 3, 2022
A European survey found that over three-quarters of adults with obesity have attempted to lose weight in the past year. Most respondents used diet or exercise strategies, but only 25% achieved clinically meaningful weight loss. The study highlights the need for increased support and solutions for weight management.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 3, 2022
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A UK study of over 400,000 adults with obesity found that losing weight reduces the risk of 13 obesity-related complications, with greater benefits for those with lower initial BMIs. Weight gain increases these risks, particularly in individuals with lower starting BMIs.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 3, 2022
A UK study found that 70% of adolescents are not consuming the recommended amount of fruit and over 90% are not eating enough vegetables. The researchers analyzed data from 16 schools in the West Midlands region, finding that pupils were exceeding daily intake limits for free sugar, potatoes, red meat, and chicken.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 3, 2022
A new study suggests that a diet high in protein, zinc, and niacin, and low in saturated fat, can improve blood vessel flexibility. The study found improvements in metabolic and cardiovascular health, including reductions in calorie and saturated fat intake, increases in zinc and niacin, and improvements in blood vessel function.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 3, 2022
A new study suggests that reducing daily sedentary time by just one hour a day can have significant health benefits in three months. The intervention group showed improvements in blood sugar regulation, insulin sensitivity, and liver health compared to the control group.
SourceUniversity of Turku·JournalJournal of Science and Medicine in Sport·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMay 2, 2022
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A study of nearly 9,000 children found that those on a vegetarian diet had similar measures of growth and nutrition compared to those who eat meat. Children with a vegetarian diet also had higher odds of underweight weight status.
SourceSt. Michael's Hospital·JournalPEDIATRICS·DateMay 2, 2022
A new study from University of Gothenburg found that men with high childhood BMI are at an elevated risk of obesity-related cancer, even if their weight is normal in young adulthood. The study analyzed data from 6,565 men born between 1945 and 1961 and found a persistently increased risk of adult obesity-related cancer.
SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalCancer Communications·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 2, 2022
Research shows that around three quarters of total US healthcare costs for people with obesity are accounted for by the 20% highest-cost cases. These high-cost individuals had substantially more obesity-related complications and economic burden than those in lower cost categories.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateApr 30, 2022
A novel therapy using sustained release of nitric oxide has been shown to ameliorate obesity and Type 2 diabetes in mice fed a high-fat diet. The therapy was found to decrease body weight, improve glucose tolerance, and stimulate the browning of adipose tissue.
SourceUniversity of Alabama at Birmingham·JournalACS Applied Materials & Interfaces·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 29, 2022
A Brazilian study analyzing data from 3,875 elderly men and women found that weak muscles combined with abdominal obesity can indicate an early sign of functional decline. The study suggests that monitoring simple actions such as sitting down, standing up, walking short distances may help identify this condition.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalAmerican Journal of Clinical Nutrition·DateApr 28, 2022
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A new study has found that adults with asthma are more likely to become obese later in life. The research, which included over 8,700 participants from 11 European countries and Australia, revealed that non-allergic asthma, longer disease duration, and corticosteroid treatment were associated with increased obesity risk.
SourceBarcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal)·JournalThorax·TypeObservational study·DateApr 27, 2022
Researchers will enroll 1,000 adults in a placebo-controlled trial to assess the effects of low-cost phentermine on weight loss and related health metrics over two years. The study aims to provide long-term treatment options for patients struggling with obesity.
A new study found that moderate fitness can offer protection against the dampening effects of chemotherapy on natural immunity. Breast cancer survivors who were moderately fit produced a significantly larger immune response to a typhoid vaccine, while those with lower fitness levels had a reduced response.
SourceOhio State University·JournalBrain Behavior and Immunity·DateApr 26, 2022
A study suggests that intense exercise can help rats resist cues for high-fat food pellets, even after a 30-day diet. The researchers found that exercise modulated the rats' willingness to work for these cues, reflecting their craving level.
SourceWashington State University·JournalObesity·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 21, 2022
The Endocrine Society's scientific statement highlights the potential of extracellular vesicles in diagnosing and monitoring endocrine-related conditions, including cancer. These tiny vesicles may also serve as biomarkers for high blood pressure and have therapeutic roles.
SourceThe Endocrine Society·JournalEndocrine Reviews·DateApr 21, 2022
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A systematic review and meta-analysis of 108 studies found that people with severe mental illness, including schizophrenia, have twice the cardiovascular-related mortality rate as the general population. The association has grown stronger over recent decades, with a possible link to changes in antipsychotic use and smoking prevalence.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Medicine·TypeSystematic review·DateApr 19, 2022
A cross-racial study of 1.87 million US veterans found significant differences in dementia incidence across five racial groups, with Hispanic and Black veterans at highest risk. Rates were significantly higher for Hispanics (99%) and Blacks (55%), while Asian veterans showed a 24% increase compared to whites.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalJAMA·DateApr 19, 2022
A recent study funded by Cancer Research UK has found that excess weight almost doubles a woman's risk of developing womb cancer. The study analyzed genetic samples from over 120,000 women and found that markers such as fasting insulin and testosterone increase the risk of womb cancer.
SourceCancer Research UK·JournalBMC Medicine·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 18, 2022
Researchers at Shibaura Institute of Technology discovered that tocotrienols, a subtype of vitamin E, can lower body weight, reduce white adipose tissue, and protect the liver in mice fed with a high-fat diet. The study suggests a potential compound to prevent obesity and its secondary diseases.
SourceShibaura Institute of Technology·JournalMolecules·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 18, 2022
Researchers at Institut Pasteur have found that hypothalamic neurons can directly detect variations in bacterial activity, adapting appetite and body temperature accordingly. This discovery could lead to new treatments for diabetes and obesity.
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Researchers found that low-density neutrophils are associated with chronic inflammation in obesity, which can lead to comorbidities like type 2 diabetes and cancer. Bariatric surgery reduces these cells in circulation, improving metabolic syndrome components.
SourceLouisiana State University Health Sciences Center·JournalEBioMedicine·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateApr 14, 2022
Researchers found that alterations in gut microbiota can help treat pancreatic and hormonal dysfunction in diabetes patients. The study showed that antibiotics treatment can improve insulin sensitivity and reduce glucose intolerance in obese mice and humans.
SourceBoston College·JournalDiabetes·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 13, 2022
A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that late menopause, occurring at age 55 or older, significantly increases heart failure risk among obese women. Obesity was a major contributing factor, with the risk being greatest among women who experienced late menopause.
SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·DateApr 13, 2022
A new study published in PLOS ONE finds that high and very high cardiovascular risk are associated with depressive symptoms, especially in women. The researchers used data from a Mediterranean Diet trial and found that participants with higher cardiovascular risk had lower depressive status scores after following the diet.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeObservational study·DateApr 13, 2022
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Researchers found that adolescents who consumed ultra-processed foods were more likely to be obese, having abdominal and visceral obesity. The study used data from 3,587 US adolescents aged 12-19, dividing them into three groups based on the amount of ultra-processed foods in their diets.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalJournal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics·DateApr 12, 2022
A new study published in Surgical Endoscopy found that adolescents with obesity who underwent laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy benefited from reduced obesity and concomitant organ damage, regardless of their age at the time of surgery. Additionally, adolescents with a family history of bariatric surgery had a higher weight prior to weig...
SourceNYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine·JournalSurgical Endoscopy·TypeSystematic review·DateApr 11, 2022
Current guidelines for treating women's obesity, hypertension and diabetes are based on men's studies. Researchers call for sex-specific guidelines to accurately treat these conditions in women, as they have different risk factors and manifestations.
SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·JournalJournal of the American College of Cardiology·DateApr 11, 2022
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Researchers at University Hospitals and Case Western Reserve University have discovered a new receptor, Ptprd, that controls appetite and body weight. The receptor trap drug suppresses appetite, body weight, and blood glucose levels in obese mice.
SourceUniversity Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center·JournalCell Metabolism·DateApr 11, 2022
A study published in the Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia and Muscle found that BAM15 improves health outcomes for aged mice with obesity by preventing muscle loss and increasing energy expenditure. The compound helped mice lose fat, gain strength and increase physical activity.
SourcePennington Biomedical Research Center·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 7, 2022
A study of 3,900 older adults found factors associated with decreased physical activity include older age, living alone, obesity, adverse health conditions, and poor physical functioning. The results highlight the need for interventions targeting these barriers to promote healthy lifestyles in older age.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateApr 7, 2022
A Norwegian University of Science and Technology study found that long-term follow-up and organized physical activity can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Participants who engaged in healthier habits and increased activity saw significant improvements over five years.
SourceNorwegian University of Science and Technology·JournalBMJ Open·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 7, 2022
Researchers have developed a new implant that reduces ghrelin levels and body weight gain by half when exposed to laser light, offering a minimally invasive treatment option for obese patients. The implant uses a laser-activated dye to kill cells producing the 'hunger hormone'.
SourceAmerican Chemical Society·JournalACS Applied Materials & Interfaces·DateApr 6, 2022
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A breakthrough discovery has identified a novel approach to tackle metabolic diseases by inhibiting a liver enzyme that regulates appetite and energy expenditure. The treatment, which stabilizes key proteins in the blood, resulted in significant weight loss and improved insulin sensitivity in obese mice.
SourceUniversity of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio·JournalCell Metabolism·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 5, 2022
A new study by Cornell University researchers found that taxes on soda reduce consumption among adolescent boys, but not girls. The study analyzed data from Mauritius and Maldives and found that the tax decreased the likelihood of boys consuming soda, but had no impact on their frequency or body mass index.
SourceCornell University·JournalHealth Economics·DateApr 4, 2022
A new study from Northwestern University found that once-weekly prednisone treatment improved exercise endurance, increased lean body mass, and reduced weight in obese mice. The treatment also promoted nutrient uptake into muscles and increased adiponectin levels, a hormone that helps protect against diabetes and insulin resistance.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalJournal of Experimental Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 1, 2022
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Researchers discovered that elevated blood fats in people with metabolic diseases create stress in muscle cells, leading to cell death and worsening the illness. Ceramides, a signal created by stressed-out cells, can be passed on to other cells, increasing the risk of severe symptoms.
SourceUniversity of Leeds·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 1, 2022
Researchers investigate how mushrooms improve gut health and provide a preventive buffer against disease in Western-style diets. The study aims to understand the role of Turicibacter in dietary obesity and gut health, as well as the potential benefits of incorporating oyster mushrooms into diet.
Researchers discovered that obesity changes molecular underpinnings of allergic inflammation in both mice and humans. The treatment in obese mice makes their skin worse instead of healing, but a specific drug can 'de-fatten' obese mice without changing body weight.
A new study finds that fixed costs in the supply chain distort the price of fruit and vegetables, leading to underconsumption and health issues. A subsidy could increase consumption by up to 15% and make diets healthier, according to economists at the University of Warwick.
SourceUniversity of Warwick·JournalScience Advances·DateMar 30, 2022
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A randomized controlled study found that lack of sufficient sleep increased calorie intake and visceral fat area by 9% and 11%, respectively. The study suggests that inadequate sleep is a previously unrecognized trigger for visceral fat deposition, potentially contributing to obesity and metabolic diseases.
SourceMayo Clinic·JournalJournal of the American College of Cardiology·DateMar 28, 2022
Researchers found that different regions of fat tissue contribute to disease risk differently in men and women, with visceral fat in men and subcutaneous fat in women being linked to diabetes onset. The study suggests that understanding these sex-specific differences can inform better clinical approaches to treating the disease.
SourceConcordia University·JournalObesity Reviews·TypeLiterature review·DateMar 23, 2022
A recent study found that obese pregnant women are at a higher risk of experiencing stillbirth or neonatal death. The research revealed that over 60% of this increased risk is associated with deliveries occurring at an earlier gestational age, highlighting the importance of careful prenatal care and monitoring.
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Researchers at the University of Illinois created quantum dots to visualize macrophages in fat tissue, shedding light on chronic inflammation's role in diseases. The new technology enables accurate cell counting and tracking over time, offering a potential diagnostic tool for insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome.
SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·JournalACS Nano·DateMar 22, 2022
Researchers from NTU Singapore and Waseda University found that fermented soybean waste improves fat metabolism and mitigates the effects of diet-induced obesity. The study, published in Metabolites, showed that mice fed fermented okara gained less body mass and had lower levels of fat and cholesterol.
SourceNanyang Technological University·JournalMetabolites·DateMar 22, 2022