I compared Costco shopping carts of Kirkland Signature products and brand names. The price differences surprised me.
Major retailers typically have several in-house brands. Costco just has one: Kirkland Signature. Kevin Carter/Getty Images Costco sells a lot of brand-name goods at a lower unit price than typical retailers charge. But the warehouse chain’s Kirkland Signature brand is where the cost savings can really add up. We compared shopping carts filled exclusively with […]
5 things doctors want you to know before you start taking a GLP-1
There’s a perception that Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound are all you need to live a healthier life. But diet and exercise still matter, doctors say.
What science says about how weight-loss drugs affect cancer risk
Evidence is mounting that GLP-1 drugs may play a role in reducing cancer risk and deaths from certain cancers.
Physician-Journalist Shines Light on Measles Upsurge and New GLP-1 Study
KFF Health News editor-at-large for public health Céline Gounder discussed an increase in measles cases in the U.S. on CBS News’ CBS Mornings on Jan. 15. Gounder also discussed a new study on GLP-1 weight loss drugs on CBS News’ CBS News 24/7 and CBS Mornings on Jan. 8. Click here to watch Gounder discuss […]
Down 50%, are Greggs shares a top turnaround investment for 2026?
Greggs‘ (LSE: GRG) shares have tanked recently. Over the last 15 months, theyâve fallen about 50%. So could they be a top turnaround play for 2026? Letâs take a look at the set-up. A solid business Greggs is a decent business. For a start, it has a very strong brand. Everyone knows this food-on-the-go company. […]
3 arrested after allegedly robbing delivery driver of GLP-1 drugs at pharmacy
Three men are accused of driving from New York to rob a delivery driver who was dropping off GLP-1 medications to a Bucks County pharmacy on Thursday.
McKinsey Report: The Rise of Health Services Technology (HST) in a Decade of Strain
What You Should Know – A new McKinsey & Company report reveals that Health Services Technology (HST) has become the fastest-growing segment in U.S. healthcare, with EBITDA projected to exceed $110B by 2029. – As traditional payers and providers face a “prolonged strain” on margins, they are decisively shifting investment toward AI-enabled automation and outsourcing […]
Don’t Rely Too Much on Those ‘GLP-1 Friendly’ Labels
Meals and snacks with “GLP-1 Friendly” labels on the packaging are becoming more common in US supermarkets as a growing number of Americans try obesity drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic, Zepbound, and Mounjaro to lose weight. But the labels aren’t regulated by the FDA, unlike the popular medications themselves, so dieticians…
The protein boom: Starbucks, Subway and beyond load up menus
A growing list of restaurants are packing their menus with protein as more Americans opt for healthier diets. Subway recently announced that it was kicking off the year with new Protein Pockets. The Protein Pockets are described as soft tortillas with a selection of protein, such as chicken, ham and turkey, vegetables and a sauce. The company said that […]
Oprah has endured as a weight-loss icon. Not even GLP-1s can change that.
Oprah Winfrey has massively influenced wellness and diet culture for decades, now taking the spotlight to share her experience with GLP-1s. Don Arnold/Getty Images Oprah Winfrey has long been an influential figure in the health and wellness industry. Her recent comments about GLP-1s mark a turning point in how we think about losing weight. Experts […]