Bariatric Medicine, Diet, Weight Management in the News

Flavonoid Derived From Citrus Fruit Prevents Weight Gain

Protein Secreted by Fat Cells Linked to Obesity Related Conditions

Research indicates pigment epithelium-derived factor triggers the development of insulin resistance and heart disease.

Diets High in Animal Fats Linked to Pancreatic Cancer

Risk of Endometrial Cancer Higher for Obese Women

Overeating Linked to Physiological Response

Fat in Children's Liver Cells and Skeletal Muscle Cells Predicts High Insulin Resistance

Researchers determine identifiers for Metabolic Syndrome in children as young as seven.

Ghrelin Activated by Fatty Foods

New research contradicts assumptions about the hunger hormone.

Excess Fat Can Be Protective For Patients With Established Cardiovascular Disease

Rapid Weight Loss in Old Age Could Signal Dementia

Dementia risk higher for thinner older adults, especially if they were previously overweight.

Ghrelin Favours Accumulation of Visceral Fat

Appetite-stimulating hormone also favours the accumulation of lipids in harmful abdominal fat.

Antioxidants Can Block Exercise Benefits

Vitamins C and E block oxidative stress response.

Pregnant Women Taking Probiotics Less Likely To Become Obese

Manipulating the gut's bacteria balance may help fight obesity.

Obese Seniors Quality of Life Affected By Disabilities

Obese Children More Likely To Have Food Allergies

Consuming Oleic Acids From Fatty Foods Boosts Memory

In addition to reducing appetite and assisting weight loss, oleic acids demonstrate memory-enhancing effect.

Formula Could Be To Blame For Childhood Obesity

Diet Low in Saturated Fat Better For Heart Health After Weight Loss

Women With Excess Weight More Likely To Receive Inaccurate Ultrasound Results

Brown Fat or "Baby Fat" Plays Important Role in Regulating Body Weight

Slim adults have more calorie burning brown fat than their heavier counterparts.