1 in 4 adults consider weight loss drug use without prescription: Study

Study shows why you regain lost weight within weeks

Ever felt frustrated for having regained your lost weight within a matter of weeks? Blame the fat cells' memorising abilities, which is significantly contributing to obesity, according to a study. 3 days ago
Omega-3 and omega-6

Omega-3 and Omega-6 Intake Linked to Lower Cancer Rates

The discovery that high levels of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids may help ward off a variety of cancers has been made by researchers. The study, led by Yuchen Zhang, a doctoral student at the University of Georgia's College of Public Health, analyzed data from more than 250,000 people. Of these, about 30,000 developed some form of cancer over a decade of follow-up. 17 days ago
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Research reveals Placenta's Role in Maternal Mental Health

A team of Australian researchers has made a discovery that could revolutionize our understanding of pregnancy-related anxiety and depression. The team, led by Professor Vicki Clifton at the Mater Research Institute-University of Queensland, identified 13 distinct glucocorticoid receptor isoforms in the placenta. 24 days ago
New weight loss drugs can cause decline in skeletal muscle mass: Study

Linking metabolic disorders to Alzheimer's disease: A comprehensive Study

The global rise in obesity and type 2 diabetes (T2D) has led to an increased focus on understanding the relationship between metabolic disorders and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease (AD). The term Type 3 diabetes has been proposed to describe AD, given the significant overlap in risk, comorbidity, and pathophysiological pathways between T2D and AD. 26 days ago