Team Metabolic Health Weight-loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy or Monjaro may not just suppress appetite but could also speed up metabolism. This is according to a (opens in a new window)new study carried out at St Vincent’s University Hospital (SVUH). A randomized controlled trial led by Professor Donal O’Shea, SVUH and UCD School of Medicine, found that […]

Team Metabolic Health We’ve all heard of the metabolism: how well—or poorly—your body processes energy. Metabolism is often talked about in terms of weight loss or gain, but fundamentally, metabolism is about “converting the potential energy in food to a usable form of energy that powers our cells,” says Casey Means, MD, best-selling author of Good […]

Team Metabolic Health The new glucose-responsive insulins promise to end constant glucose monitoring, and could allow patients to swallow a pill or inject insulin once every morning. People with type 1 diabetes will in future need to take insulin once a week, say experts… The effect of new glucose-responsive insulins would be similar to that […]

Team Metabolic Health Newspaper headlines are warning eating “a ham sandwich a day” increases a the risk of type 2 diabetes – but experts say it is not that simple. A study of nearly two million people from 20 different countries found a link with both red and processed meats, such as steak, bacon and […]

Team Metabolic Health The world of weight loss medications is being reevaluated following a study led by Professor Donal O’Shea of St. Vincent’s University Hospital (SVUH) and the UCD School of Medicine. The research focused on the medication Ozempic, a drug that has been under public scrutiny for some time. The study’s findings, published in […]

Team Metabolic Health Study: Weight Loss Drug May Help Sleep Apnea Towfiqu Photography – Getty Images Medications like semaglutide (the main active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy) and tirzepatide (the main active ingredient in Zepbound and Mounjaro) have been rising in popularity for helping people with obesity lose a significant amount of weight. Researchers continue […]

Team Metabolic Health Weight loss is complex and super personal, especially for women (more on this soon), so, there is no one-size-fits-all answer to “Where do you lose weight first?” The truth is, whether the waistband of your jeans gets looser or your arms tone up faster than other areas of your body depends on a variety […]

Team Metabolic Health The recent study aimed to determine whether obesity or dynamic changes in body weight were associated with the development of IMSDs. Childhood obesity may have an impact on immune-mediated skin disorders (IMSDs), such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and alopecia areata, according to a study published on Wednesday. According to a study that […]

Team Metabolic Health Wegovy is part of a class of drugs called GLP-1 Receptor Agonists. Taking a weight loss drug may also help reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke and cardiac death, data shows. Wegovy, a drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat obesity, lowers the risk of heart-related issues by up […]

Team Metabolic Health The company announced the plan to hire about 1,300 new employees by the end of 2026 in its GBS (global business services) division Danish-based drugmaker domestic arm Novo Nordisk told Business Standard about its plans to introduce a drug for sickle cell disease (undergoing Phase – 3 trials) in the country in […]

Team Metabolic Health Napping is a popular way to relieve tiredness and feel more alert. Although napping for too long can leave people feeling dazed or groggy, a well-timed power nap can effectively relieve fatigue and increase focus for up to several hours. Tiredness from insufficient or poor sleep can affect health, safety, and the […]

Team Metabolic Health Biopharmaceutical companies Apellis and Sobi announced positive topline results from the phase 3 VALIANT study. VALIANT investigated the use of systemic pegcetacoplan in patients with C3 glomerulopathy (C3G) or primary immune complex membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (IC-MPGN), rare and debilitating kidney diseases that can lead to kidney failure and have no approved treatments. Apellis […]

Team Metabolic Health Hypertension or high blood pressure is known as the “silent killer” because despite being one of the most common fatal conditions worldwide, most people are unaware they have the condition because it presents with very few or no symptoms. Diagnosis is therefore often not made until the disease has progressed enough to […]

Team Metabolic Health Taking a power nap has many benefits for your brain, heart, stress levels, and mood. A short nap of 10 or 20 minutes in the middle of the day can do wonders for your productivity, alertness, and memory. A power nap will leave you feeling refreshed and increase your energy levels. Far […]

Team Metabolic Health Staying hydrated during the summer season has always been important but it’s even more vital as temperatures rise to record highs. To keep your electrolytes at a normal level, there are seven elements that should be included in the foods and drinks you consume, in moderation, according to Cleveland Clinic: Pix Credit: Getty Images […]