Weight Loss

Study Finds Many Major Restaurant Chains Miss Voluntary Nutrition Targets

A UK analysis of top restaurant chains found wide gaps in sugar, salt and calorie goals, raising bigger questions about whether voluntary nutrition standards are enough.

Why GLP-1 Weight Loss May Not Be Enough to Protect Muscle

A new JAMA perspective argues that while GLP-1 drugs can dramatically reduce appetite and body weight, exercise may still play a critical role in preserving muscle, supporting metabolic health and helping people maintain results long term.

Hidden Muscle Fat May Signal Heart and Metabolic Risk

A large MRI study found that fat stored inside muscle was linked to higher odds of blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol problems, even in adults without known disease.

Weight Gain Over Time May Be Linked to Faster Brain Aging

A 24-year study found that higher long-term BMI was associated with steeper cognitive decline in older adults, but BMI is only one piece of a much bigger brain health puzzle.

Semaglutide Linked to Fewer Heavy Drinking Days in Small Trial

A randomized trial found semaglutide reduced heavy drinking more than placebo in adults with alcohol use disorder and obesity.

Vegan Diet Cut Food Emissions More Than Mediterranean Diet in Small Trial

A randomized study found a low-fat vegan diet lowered food-related greenhouse gas emissions more than a Mediterranean diet while also improving several metabolic markers.

Why Timing May Matter in Childhood Obesity Programs

A new observational study suggests children may see weaker short-term progress when healthy lifestyle programs begin just before long breaks in routine, highlighting how school schedules and structure can shape health outcomes.

Weight Loss May Not Lower Diabetes Risk the Same Way for Everyone

A long-term observational study suggests some people may remain at high risk because of underlying metabolic issues, including fatty liver and insulin resistance.

Genetic Risk May Affect How Quickly Weight Comes Back

A long-term study finds that while weight loss may be similar, some people regain it faster and genetics could be one reason.

Keto Diet May Affect Pancreatic Function in Type 2 Diabetes

A small study found changes in a marker of insulin-producing cell stress, but it did not show diabetes reversal.

Heavy Drinking and Obesity Often Overlap in U.S. Adults

A national study finds nearly 1 in 10 adults experience both risk factors, a combination linked to rising liver disease rates.

A Small Menu Change Led to More Vegetarian Choices

A real-world trial found that increasing the availability of vegetarian options in workplace cafeterias shifted food choices, without affecting sales or requiring active decision-making.

Study Links Ultraprocessed Food Intake to Higher Obesity Risk in Teens

A large analysis finds a consistent association between higher ultraprocessed food consumption and overweight or obesity in adolescents, though the research cannot show cause and effect.

Why Fructose May Affect the Body Differently Than Other Sugars

A new review highlights how fructose is processed in the body, but what it means for everyday eating depends on the bigger picture.

Can Looking at Food Actually Reduce Cravings?

New research suggests that for some people, engaging with food content online may help curb immediate urges to eat, though the effect appears short-term and context-dependent.

Calorie Labels Don’t Affect Everyone the Same Way

New research finds menu labels may help some people with binge eating, while worsening symptoms for others.

Why Waist Size May Matter More Than BMI for Blood Pressure

A large U.S. study suggests a simple measurement could better predict hypertension risk than body mass index.

Refined Carbs Tied to Weight Gain in Mouse Study

Researchers found that mice gained weight on refined carbohydrate-heavy diets without eating significantly more calories, but the study does not show that bread or carbs have the same effect in people.

Why GLP-1 Drugs Don’t Work the Same for Everyone

Genetic differences may help explain why some people see smaller benefits from popular diabetes medications.

Weight Gain Earlier in Adulthood Linked to Higher Risk of Early Death

Timing may matter as much as total weight, with earlier gains tied to longer exposure and greater risk.

Sugary Drink Taxes May Not Change What People Order at Fast-Food Chains

A large U.S. study found no link between soda taxes and beverage calories in drive-thru purchases, pointing to limits of policy in certain settings.

Intermittent Fasting May Help Lower Testosterone in Women With PCOS

In a small clinical trial, time-restricted eating performed similarly to calorie counting for weight loss, with some added hormone changes.

Repeating Meals May Support Weight Loss, Study Finds

A behavioral study suggests people who eat more routine, consistent diets may lose more weight than those with more varied eating patterns.

Could GLP-1 Drugs Affect Mood? Study Links Medications to Lower Risk of Depression and Anxiety

A large analysis finds people taking GLP-1 medications had fewer psychiatric-related hospital visits, though researchers say the reasons remain unclear

What Happens When You Stop GLP-1 Drugs? Heart Benefits May Fade Faster Than Expected

A large study finds that interrupting medications like semaglutide may reverse cardiovascular gains, raising questions about long-term use