Obesity
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New obesity target? Dopamine circuit in brainstem affects satiety
A newly identified dopaminergic neural circuit in the hindbrain plays a role in satiety, a mouse study found, which methylphenidate acts on.
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FDA approves ‘game changer’ semaglutide for weight loss
Based on the STEP clinical trial results, the FDA has approved a 2.4 mg/week subcutaneous dose of the GLP-1 receptor agonist semaglutide (Wegovy,...
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Tai chi as good as working out to shrink waistline
Researchers measured changes in waistline size, cholesterol levels, and weight for about 9 months.
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Adding daily steps linked to longer life
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Do anti–apo A-I antibodies link fatty liver disease and CVD?
Anti–apo A-I antibodies appear to be common in patients with NAFLD and may drive both fat deposits and proinflammatory effects in liver cells,...
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Pericardial fat an independent risk factor for heart failure
Fat around the heart has been linked to an increased risk for heart failure, particularly in women, suggests a study using CT scans from nearly 7,...
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Semaglutide boosts weight loss following endoscopic gastroplasty
Five patients in the combination group reverted to a nondiabetic state and were able to discontinue antidiabetic medications altogether.
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USPSTF recommends clinicians counsel pregnant patients to limit gestational weight gain
Counseling pregnant persons on gestational weight gain carries a B recommendation.
Commentary
Unhealthy drinking may worsen after weight loss surgery
Patients undergoing bariatric surgery may feel that they’ve been given a second chance at life. But research shows that unhealthy behaviors can...
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Obesity hope as neuropeptide Y blocker turns white fat to brown
Mouse studies suggest that the agent turns fat-storing white adipose tissue into fat-burning brown tissue, without brain involvement.
Opinion
Polycystic ovary syndrome: It’s not just about fertility
PCOS is not “just about fertility” but has extensive gynecologic and metabolic consequences that require a personalized approach to care.