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"Medication Alone Won't Reverse Obesity": WHO Issues Guidelines On GLP-1 Drugs
The WHO guideline emphasises that medicines alone will not solve the problem.Addressing obesity requires a comprehensive approach.
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Study Finds Low Blood Choline As Possible Factor In Obesity-Related Alzheimer's Risk
A study links low blood choline levels in obese young adults to liver dysfunction, insulin resistance, and markers associated with increased Alzheimer's risk.
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One In Four Indian Adults Obese, Claims New Report
Quoting the National Family Health Survey 2019-21, the study says that in Delhi, 41 per cent of women are obese compared to 12 per cent in Meghalaya.
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Ultra-Processed Food Sales Surge In India, Causing Obesity And Diabetes Crisis: Lancet Study
India is seeing the fastest ultra-processed food (UPF) sales growth, which is surging obesity and diabetes cases, according to The Lancet.
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Experts Warn Of Rising Obesity, Heart Attacks Among Youth, Urge 'Blue Zone' Lifestyle
With 50 per cent of heart attacks now striking people below the age of 50, and 60 per cent of Delhi schoolchildren obese, the alarming figures have prompted experts to declare that an urgent return to 'Blue Zone' principles is the way to reverse this
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"Reduce Edible Oil Consumption By 10 Per Cent": PM Narendra Modi's Message During Chat With Women's World Cup Winners
PM Narendra Modi advised people to reduce their consumption of edible oil at home as part of a larger national health initiative.
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Opinion | The Rich Get Fit, And Poor Get 'Lectures' - That's India's Ozempic Problem
Ozempic has arrived in India - and so has the moral panic around it.
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Are Your Genes The Real Reason Why You Struggle With Weight Loss? Study Explains
A global study identifies new rare and common gene variants that contribute to obesity and related diseases.
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World Stroke Day 2025: Top 6 Risk Factors That Increase Stroke Chances
This World Stroke Day, experts warn that six key risk factors are driving India's rising stroke burden. Learn how each factor impacts your brain and what you can do
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Too Many Carbs, Too Little Protein: What The ICMR Study Says About India's Eating Habits
The ICMR findings warn that the imbalance in our diets is directly linked to rising cases of diabetes, prediabetes, and obesity across the country.
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Severe Obesity Causes Lungs To Age Prematurely: Study
New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) People with severe obesity are likely to have their lungs age faster, according to an animal study.
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Rethink The Family Pantry: Expert Shares Healthy Swaps To Combat Childhood Obesity
Ms. Kiran Dalal, Chief Clinical Nutritionist, Fortis Hospital, Faridabad shares how mindful changes to your family pantry can prevent obesity.
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10 Doctor-Recommended Ways To Protect Your Child From Obesity
Dr. Roohi Muhammad Yunus Khan, Senior Consultant Paediatrics, Fortis Vasant Kunj shares small steps you can take today for your child's healthy future.
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India Might Have Highest No. Of Obese Children: What You Can Do To Prevent It
Globally, the World Health Organization (WHO) has observed a troubling increase in childhood obesity rates in India. How to prevent it.
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WHO Adds Key Diabetes, Weight-Loss Drugs To Essential Medicines List
The World Health Organization has added key GLP-1 drugs, semaglutide and tirzepatide, to its Essential Medicines List for type 2 diabetes with obesity or comorbidities.
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"Medication Alone Won't Reverse Obesity": WHO Issues Guidelines On GLP-1 Drugs
The WHO guideline emphasises that medicines alone will not solve the problem.Addressing obesity requires a comprehensive approach.
-
Study Finds Low Blood Choline As Possible Factor In Obesity-Related Alzheimer's Risk
A study links low blood choline levels in obese young adults to liver dysfunction, insulin resistance, and markers associated with increased Alzheimer's risk.
-
One In Four Indian Adults Obese, Claims New Report
Quoting the National Family Health Survey 2019-21, the study says that in Delhi, 41 per cent of women are obese compared to 12 per cent in Meghalaya.
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Ultra-Processed Food Sales Surge In India, Causing Obesity And Diabetes Crisis: Lancet Study
India is seeing the fastest ultra-processed food (UPF) sales growth, which is surging obesity and diabetes cases, according to The Lancet.
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Experts Warn Of Rising Obesity, Heart Attacks Among Youth, Urge 'Blue Zone' Lifestyle
With 50 per cent of heart attacks now striking people below the age of 50, and 60 per cent of Delhi schoolchildren obese, the alarming figures have prompted experts to declare that an urgent return to 'Blue Zone' principles is the way to reverse this
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"Reduce Edible Oil Consumption By 10 Per Cent": PM Narendra Modi's Message During Chat With Women's World Cup Winners
PM Narendra Modi advised people to reduce their consumption of edible oil at home as part of a larger national health initiative.
-
Opinion | The Rich Get Fit, And Poor Get 'Lectures' - That's India's Ozempic Problem
Ozempic has arrived in India - and so has the moral panic around it.
-
Are Your Genes The Real Reason Why You Struggle With Weight Loss? Study Explains
A global study identifies new rare and common gene variants that contribute to obesity and related diseases.
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World Stroke Day 2025: Top 6 Risk Factors That Increase Stroke Chances
This World Stroke Day, experts warn that six key risk factors are driving India's rising stroke burden. Learn how each factor impacts your brain and what you can do
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Too Many Carbs, Too Little Protein: What The ICMR Study Says About India's Eating Habits
The ICMR findings warn that the imbalance in our diets is directly linked to rising cases of diabetes, prediabetes, and obesity across the country.
-
Severe Obesity Causes Lungs To Age Prematurely: Study
New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) People with severe obesity are likely to have their lungs age faster, according to an animal study.
-
Rethink The Family Pantry: Expert Shares Healthy Swaps To Combat Childhood Obesity
Ms. Kiran Dalal, Chief Clinical Nutritionist, Fortis Hospital, Faridabad shares how mindful changes to your family pantry can prevent obesity.
-
10 Doctor-Recommended Ways To Protect Your Child From Obesity
Dr. Roohi Muhammad Yunus Khan, Senior Consultant Paediatrics, Fortis Vasant Kunj shares small steps you can take today for your child's healthy future.
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India Might Have Highest No. Of Obese Children: What You Can Do To Prevent It
Globally, the World Health Organization (WHO) has observed a troubling increase in childhood obesity rates in India. How to prevent it.
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WHO Adds Key Diabetes, Weight-Loss Drugs To Essential Medicines List
The World Health Organization has added key GLP-1 drugs, semaglutide and tirzepatide, to its Essential Medicines List for type 2 diabetes with obesity or comorbidities.
