Weight-loss surgery pros and cons in the spotlight after singer’s ‘scary’ experience
Amid the surge in GLP-1 weight-loss medications, some have questioned whether invasive procedures like lap band, gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries could wane in popularity. Carnie Wilson, of the band Wilson Phillips, recently shared her “very scary” experience on social media after having her laparoscopic adjustable gastric band (lap band) removed. The singer previously had […]
Humana Benefits From Rising Premiums Amid High Benefit Ratio
Humana Inc. HUM is well-poised to grow on increasing premiums, strategic acquisitions, an aging population in the United States and solid cash generation capacity. Headquartered in Louisville, KY, the company provides health insurance benefits through Health Maintenance Organization, Private Fee-For-Service and Preferred Provider Organization plans. It also provides specialty products such as dental, vision and […]
Fat jabs should be rolled out to MILLIONS on the NHS as ‘first-line obesity treatment’, say leading docs
WEIGHT loss jabs work so well they should be the number one treatment for obesity “in almost all cases”, say leading doctors. The blockbuster injections Wegovy and Mounjaro are already super popular but not used widely by the NHS. Close-up image of an individual administering a semaglutide injection into their abdomen for weight loss and […]
Accelerating gut microbiome research: Danone unveils new OneBiome lab
Danone has inaugurated the OneBiome lab, focusing on microbiome research to develop targeted health solutions using microbiology, AI and data science. The lab aims to explore microbial interventions for conditions like allergies and obesity, leveraging AI to personalize nutrition based on individual gut microbiome profiles. It will also investigate the gut-brain axis and the impact […]
Semaglutide, tirzepatide recommended as first-line treatment of obesity and most of its complications in new guidance
Semaglutide or tirzepatide should be the first line treatment for people living with obesity and most of its complications, according to a new framework for the pharmacological treatment of obesity and its complications from the European Association for the Study of Obesity (EASO) published in the journal Nature Medicine.
Omada Health Launches AI-Powered Meal Map to Transform Nutrition for Cardiometabolic Patients
What You Should Know: – Omada Health, a virtual between-visit healthcare provider, has launched Meal Map, a new nutrient-categorization tool. – The tool combines AI-powered instant feedback with support from human care teams to help members in cardiometabolic programs understand the nutrient quality of their food choices. Built within Omada’s Nutritional Intelligence capability, Meal Map […]
Biomolecules, Vol. 15, Pages 1403: GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in Heart Failure
Biomolecules, Vol. 15, Pages 1403: GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in Heart Failure Biomolecules doi: 10.3390/biom15101403 Authors: Ali Reza Rahmani Simrat Kaur Dhaliwal Paola Pastena Eliot Kazakov Keerthana Jayaseelan Andreas Kalogeropoulos Heart failure (HF) is a growing public health concern, driven by the increasing prevalence of obesity, diabetes, and aging. Despite therapeutic advances, HF continues to be […]
Lizzo’s Wellness Evolution As Seen In “Before And After” Photos
The internet has long been captivated by celebrity transformations, and lately, Lizzo has become the latest focus. She first rose to fame as a champion of body positivity, later expanding her influence into the broader wellness space. Her visible physical changes, especially highlighted in “before and after” photos, have ignited intense debates online about evolving […]
Morgan Stanley Downgrades Novo Nordisk A/S (NVO) from Equal-Weight to Underweight
With significant revenue and dividend growth, Novo Nordisk A/S (NYSE:NVO) makes our list of the 20 Best Stocks to Buy and Hold for a Lifetime. Morgan Stanley downgraded Novo Nordisk A/S (NYSE:NVO) from Equal-Weight to Underweight on September 29, 2025, and dropped its price target from $53.20 to $42. The analyst cited a “tough path […]
Exercise Enhances GLP-1 Response in Weight Loss Maintenance
A year-long exercise intervention improved late-phase postprandial GLP-1 response compared with usual activity in adults with obesity who first lost weight on a low-calorie diet. Medscape Medical News