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HISTORICAL FACTS: 34 | History Defined

Is BMI Heritable? Study Says Obesity In Teens Raises Offspring's Risk Of Same

The researchers have now found that obesity in adolescence can affect the risk of the same in future generations.

Medical Daily

Are ultra-processed foods all that bad?

One scientist is calling for tobacco-style warnings on such foods. But not all UPFs are inherently harmful

Salon

‘Slapping therapy’ healer failed to get help for dying diabetic woman, court hears

Hongchi Xiao denies manslaughter by gross negligence of Danielle Carr-Gomm, 71, in Wiltshire in 2016

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Slapping therapist ‘failed to get help as diabetic woman lay dying’ at workshop

Danielle Carr-Gomm, died at Cleeve House in Seend, Wiltshire, where she was taking part in the workshop in October 2016

The Independent UK

Unbalanced microbiome may cause diabetes

By studying the different bacteria and viruses in the bowels of diabetes patients, we could develop new treatments

Salon

Study looks at why later puberty is connected to living longer

Later puberty has been linked to improved health in adulthood and living longer

The Independent UK

Fathers' Intake Of Fish Oil Supplements May Lower Children's Obesity Risk

A recent study suggests fish oil supplementation in fathers as a "secret weapon" to combat the issue of childhood obesity.

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Nighttime Exposure To Bright Light May Raise Diabetes Risk

A recent study revealed that exposure to light between 12:30 a.m. and 6 a.m., is linked to a 67% increased risk of developing diabetes.

Medical Daily

Scientist argues for tobacco-style warnings on ultra-processed foods

Scientist who coined the term ‘ultra-processed food’ also recommends using campaigns to raise awareness of their health risks

Evening Standard

Ultra-processed foods need tobacco-style warnings, says scientist

UPFs should also be heavily taxed due to impact on health and mortality, says scientist who coined term

The Guardian - UK

Using blood glucose monitors to track diet ‘may cause anxiety’

Researchers warned there is a ‘lack of consistent and high-quality evidence’ over the devices for people who do not have diabetes.

The Independent UK

NHS weight loss services unable to keep up with spiralling demand

Leading doctors warn patients are inappropriately buying Ozempic and Wegovy in concerns over medical tourism

The Independent UK

‘Skinny jabs’: weight-loss drugs set for new boom as generic versions emerge

Alternatives to costly Wegovy and Saxenda will make such treatments more widely available worldwide

The Guardian - UK

Drinking from plastic bottles can raise type 2 diabetes risk, study warns

Findings are first to provide evidence that chemical’s administration increases type 2 diabetes risk, researchers say

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Underweight Babies At Higher Risk Of Complications If They Develop Obesity: Study

According to the study results published in the journal eBiomedicine, children born underweight face greater health risks if they develop obesity.

The Independent UK

New weight loss drugs are on the way — and the health benefits are even more promising

New drugs could improve liver and heart function while reducing side effects such as muscle loss and nausea common to existing medications

Medical Daily

Study Identifies Intermittent Dieting Plan To Improve Glycemic Control In Diabetic Patients

The study suggests that following a specific intermittent fasting plan, such as the 5:2 intermittent fasting technique and a meal replacement diet, might help improve glycemic control among those with type 2 diabetes.

Latin Times

70% of amputations due to diabetes in Texas happens in just one county

The Latino community, with a low rate of health insurance, is the most affected.

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Some takeaway meals contain more calories than daily limit, GB study finds

Cafes, fast-food outlets, restaurants, bakeries, pubs and supermarkets accused of fuelling the obesity crisis

The Independent UK

Obesity drug used in Mounjaro and Zepbound may help treat dangerous sleep apnea

A new study finds the popular obesity drug Zepbound may help treat sleep apnea, a dangerous disorder in which people struggle to breathe during sleep

The Guardian - UK

Weight loss drug could ease sleep apnoea in people with obesity, study says

Research raises possibility that tirzepatide could become first pharmaceutical treatment for the sleeping disorder

The Independent UK

Cholesterol drug ‘slows progression of eye disease in people with diabetes’

Experts suggest the findings have the potential to benefit many people in the UK.

The Guardian - UK

Pregnant women should be tested for diabetes far earlier, study suggests

Women should be tested for gestational diabetes before 14 weeks, say academics

The Independent UK

WHO issues warning about fake weight loss and diabetes drugs

Three fake batches under the brand name Ozempic were detected in the UK, Brazil and the United States last year

Evening Standard

UK children are shorter and fatter due to poor diet and poverty, report finds

Food Foundation says children face lifetime of ‘diet-related illnesses’ without action

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