The potential benefits of GLP-1 medications continue to expand. New research has found that the weight loss and diabetes drugs — officially known as glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists — are associated with a reduced risk of some cancers, especially in women. Researchers at Indiana University and the University of …
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Amid the surge in GLP-1 weight-loss medications, some have questioned whether invasive procedures like lap band, gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries could wane in popularity. Carnie Wilson, of the band Wilson Phillips, recently shared her “very scary” experience on social media after having her laparoscopic adjustable gastric band (lap band) …
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Researchers have revealed a surprising new side effect linked to GLP-1 agonists, such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound. These popular treatments for diabetes and obesity could interfere with medical imaging, such as PET and CT (“CAT”) scans. CT scans are often used to get detailed internal images to detect …
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Not all calories are created equal, and some could do far greater harm to men’s health, new research suggests. A small study led by a team from the University of Copenhagen in Denmark suggests that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) may negatively affect men’s metabolism and fertility even when calorie, protein, carbohydrate …
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Even one or two sodas a day could be disrupting your gut health enough to affect your mood, a new study has found. Researchers in Germany examined more than 900 adults — about half with clinical depression and half without — and found that those who drank more soft drinks …
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