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Managing Parental Stress May Protect Children From Obesity, Finds Yale Study
A recent study says that parental stress can lead to childhood obesity. Published in the journal Pediatrics, the study says that lowering parental stress may help reduce the risk of obesity in young children.
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World Obesity Day: Are Social Media Diet Trends Making Obesity Worse?
The theme for World Obesity Day 2026 is '8 Billion Reasons to Act on Obesity' which highlights that every person, every community and every system has a role to play in building a healthier future.
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Ozempic Revolution In India? Semaglutide Patent Expiry Sparks Generic Rush: Report
As the patent for semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic, nears expiry, Indian pharmaceutical companies are preparing to launch cheaper generic versions.
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How Japan Got Lowest Obesity Rate In The World, And What India Can Learn From Them
Japan's adult obesity rate is around 4 percent, while it is over 25 percent in India
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Fatty Liver Crisis In India: Why Are Non-Alcoholics At Risk?
Here's a list of factors that are contributing to the rise in NAFLD cases, particularly in India, which can lead to more serious liver complications if left unchecked.
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Fatty Liver Crisis: Nearly 4 In 10 Indians Affected, Lancet Study Sounds Alarm
Nearly 40% of Indians may have fatty liver disease unrelated to alcohol, signalling a silent public health crisis.
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Obesity Rising At Alarming Rate, Unhealthy Diets And Lifestyle Changes Responsible: Economic Survey 2025-26
Obesity is rising at an alarming rate and is today a major public health challenge in India, said Economic Survey for 2025-26 on Thursday.
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6 In 10 Indians Suffering From Obesity-Related Problems: New Survey Says GLP-1 Drugs To Play Role In Treatment
GLP-1 drugs mimic the GLP-1 hormone in the body, which helps to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity. In India, GLP-1 RAs are available under various names; Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro.
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Unqualified Practitioners, Self-Styled Dietitians Worsening India's Obesity Crisis: Science Minister
Unqualified practitioners and self-styled dietitians are worsening Indias obesity crisis with misinformation, said Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh.
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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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Managing Parental Stress May Protect Children From Obesity, Finds Yale Study
A recent study says that parental stress can lead to childhood obesity. Published in the journal Pediatrics, the study says that lowering parental stress may help reduce the risk of obesity in young children.
-
World Obesity Day: Are Social Media Diet Trends Making Obesity Worse?
The theme for World Obesity Day 2026 is '8 Billion Reasons to Act on Obesity' which highlights that every person, every community and every system has a role to play in building a healthier future.
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Ozempic Revolution In India? Semaglutide Patent Expiry Sparks Generic Rush: Report
As the patent for semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic, nears expiry, Indian pharmaceutical companies are preparing to launch cheaper generic versions.
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How Japan Got Lowest Obesity Rate In The World, And What India Can Learn From Them
Japan's adult obesity rate is around 4 percent, while it is over 25 percent in India
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Fatty Liver Crisis In India: Why Are Non-Alcoholics At Risk?
Here's a list of factors that are contributing to the rise in NAFLD cases, particularly in India, which can lead to more serious liver complications if left unchecked.
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Fatty Liver Crisis: Nearly 4 In 10 Indians Affected, Lancet Study Sounds Alarm
Nearly 40% of Indians may have fatty liver disease unrelated to alcohol, signalling a silent public health crisis.
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Obesity Rising At Alarming Rate, Unhealthy Diets And Lifestyle Changes Responsible: Economic Survey 2025-26
Obesity is rising at an alarming rate and is today a major public health challenge in India, said Economic Survey for 2025-26 on Thursday.
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6 In 10 Indians Suffering From Obesity-Related Problems: New Survey Says GLP-1 Drugs To Play Role In Treatment
GLP-1 drugs mimic the GLP-1 hormone in the body, which helps to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity. In India, GLP-1 RAs are available under various names; Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro.
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Unqualified Practitioners, Self-Styled Dietitians Worsening India's Obesity Crisis: Science Minister
Unqualified practitioners and self-styled dietitians are worsening Indias obesity crisis with misinformation, said Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh.
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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.
