Team Metabolic Health A growing set of evidence suggests that using semaglutide could lead to decreased substance use, and a large new study shows a promising link between the medication and tobacco use. But experts emphasize that much more research is needed before using the medications off-label for smoking cessation. A new study suggests that there’s a link […]

Team Metabolic Health Many patients are eager to discontinue Wegovy or Zepbound when their weight loss plateaus. But doctors say it’s difficult to go cold turkey. Susana Parks was delighted when she lost 40 pounds on Eli Lilly’s obesity drug, Zepbound. But now that she is at her goal weight, she has questions: Can she […]

Team Metabolic Health Overweight and obesity rates have reached crisis levels and are risk factors for diabetes, heart disease, cancer, dementia, and other diseases. The CDC estimates that that almost a third of Americans are now overweight and 42% of adults “have obesity,” now categorized as a disease. Childhood obesity is up—one in five kids are estimated to be […]

Team Metabolic Health Drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound are reshaping treatment for obesity and diabetes, and their benefits might extend further. Emerging research suggests that GLP-1 drugs could also help manage addiction, sleep apnea and even cancer. These medications, which regulate hormones, slow digestion and reduce hunger, are showing promise in preventing cancers linked to obesity, […]

Team Metabolic Health Drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound have transformed treatment for obesity and diabetes. Now researchers are excited about their potential impact on other conditions, including addiction and sleep apnea — and even cancer. Scientists see this class of drugs, called GLP-1 agonists, as a breakthrough because of how they act on the brain to regulate the […]

Team Metabolic Health Eli Lilly raised its annual sales forecast by $3 billion on Thursday, driven by surging demand and ramped up manufacturing capacity for its popular weight-loss drug Zepbound, lifting its shares more than 10% premarket. The drugmaker also raised its annual profit forecast and said sales of its Zepbound crossed $1 billion for […]

GLP-1 drugs may lower risk of 10 obesity-related cancers, study shows Team Metabolic Health Lindsey Wang, researcher at the School of Medicine, discussed her new research showing that weight-loss drugs, including Ozempic, are linked to a lower risk of cancer. “Most notably, we observed a significant risk reduction across multiple gastrointestinal cancers,” Wang said. “This broad spectrum of effects is significant […]

Team Metabolic Health Obesity,Oxidative Stress,Stress Study reveals that an 11-week, very-low-calorie ketogenic diet significantly reduces body fat and improves glucose metabolism in obese individuals, while also lowering oxidative stress markers, indicating better overall metabolic health. A study published in the journal Free Radical Biology and Medicine demonstrates the impact of a multiphase, very-low-calorie ketogenic diet on serum markers of oxidative […]

Team Metabolic Health Maintaining optimal blood sugar levels is crucial for overall health, especially for those dealing with diabetes or weight management issues. The constant battle against fluctuating glucose levels can leave individuals feeling drained, overweight, and overwhelmed. Fortunately, Gluco6 has emerged as a beacon of hope for those seeking a natural solution to these challenges. This […]

Team Metabolic Health For many people, reaching their mid-40s may bring unpleasant signs the body isn’t working as well as it once did. Injuries seem to happen more frequently. Muscles may feel weaker. A new study, published in Nature Aging, shows what may be causing the physical decline. Researchers have found that molecules and microorganisms both inside […]

Metabolic Health Team Scientists at Texas A&M AgriLife Research discovered that reduced folate intake could improve metabolism and promote longevity in older adults. Their study found that middle-aged animals on folate-limited diets transitioned better between carbohydrate and fat metabolism, maintained energy levels, and exhibited no adverse health effects, suggesting potential metabolic benefits from reduced folate […]

Team Metabolic Health From making us feel satiated to inducing better metabolic health, here are the many benefits of having a protein-packed breakfast. The morning breakfast should be power packed to fuel the body for the entire day ahead. Having a nutritious breakfast is mandatory to start the day right. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dietitian […]

Team Metabolic Health Though traditionally used to treat diabetes and lower blood sugar levels, a class of medications called glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) agonists can also decrease appetite and promote weight loss, making their use for shedding weight increasingly popular. Some brands are prescribed off-label for weight management, while others are Food and Drug Administration […]

Team Metabolic Health Obesity is among the world’s most common health conditions, but for years medicine had few effective approaches to offer short of surgery. That’s why there’s been so much excitement about a new class of drugs that’s helping patients shed dozens of pounds at far lower risk — and generating billions in revenue for pharmaceutical […]

Team Metabolic Health A version of this article first appeared in CNBC’s Healthy Returns newsletter, which brings the latest health-care news straight to your inbox. Subscribe here to receive future editions. Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly have so far dominated the booming market for a class of weight loss and diabetes drugs.  But Eli Lilly may be starting to gain […]