weight loss
Ohio congressman wants weight-loss drugs covered by Medicaid
July 2, 2024 | 3:42pmAmericans on Medicaid moved closer to receiving coverage for weight loss treatments nearly a year after an Ohio congressman introduced legislation to expand access.
I plateaued on Ozempic — now I'm trying an experimental new obesity drug
July 2, 2024 | 3:05pmDiane Schram is giving obesity medications another shot.
Oprah Winfrey recalls Joan Rivers body-shaming her on TV: 'Why are you so fat?'
July 2, 2024 | 9:55am"Joan Rivers turned to me and she says, 'Tell me, why are you so fat?'" — Oprah Winfrey
Caffeine fix: Do the 'Coffee Diet' and the '7-second coffee loophole' really aid weight loss?
June 28, 2024 | 12:52pmCoffee has long been lauded as a powerful jolt for eliminating jiggle.
Mom shows off transformation with incredible 40-pound weight loss — here's her 'secret weapon'
June 27, 2024 | 2:16pmThe mom’s “secret weapon” however was that she began lifting weights and doing regular strength training with a personal trainer.
What is 'Rice-Zempic'? Experts say trendy, bizarre drink has 'zero scientific backing'
June 26, 2024 | 2:08pmGo against the grain.
Here's how to lose weight — and keep your bones strong: study
June 25, 2024 | 11:33amTalk about a leg up.
What's the 2-2-2 method for weight loss? 'Your body's gonna feel so good'
June 25, 2024 | 9:21am"Your skin's gonna be clear, you're gonna have more energy, you're gonna be sleeping better, and you'll probably already be down a few pounds," women's weight loss coach Jenna Rizzo...
I lost 42 pounds on Ozempic — this is the one risk I didn’t see coming
June 24, 2024 | 1:34pm"For the first six months I was taking the drug, I was getting what I wanted — I was losing loads of weight, my back pain went away, all sorts...
Ozempic, Mounjaro users turning to protein shakes to help beef up muscles
June 22, 2024 | 9:33amOzempic and Mounjaro users are increasingly turning to protein drinks as a convenient way to supplement protein consumption and combat excess muscle loss.
Ozempic to treat arthritis? Why doctors say obesity drugs could cure a host of chronic illnesses
June 21, 2024 | 12:14pm“You get the weight loss, and you’ve treated the high blood pressure, the fatty liver, the diabetes, the high cholesterol, the high triglycerides," one doctor declared.
Ozempic users are now buying smaller, 'edgier' clothes post-weight loss, retailers say
June 17, 2024 | 11:44amPeople are both growing and slimming down their wardrobe — thanks to weight-loss drugs.
Dangers of taking Ozempic to get 'beach body ready' revealed by top doc
June 16, 2024 | 5:57pm"Drugs including Ozempic and Wegovy should only be used by people prescribed them for obesity or diabetes," said Stephen Powis, the national medical director of NHS England.
I'm a dietitian — here's what I order at Italian restaurants to stay healthy
June 15, 2024 | 6:08pmFirst, do no parm.
I accidentally consumed 1,000 calories — by licking envelopes for my wedding invitations
June 14, 2024 | 10:27amWedding planning’s got her licked.
I'm a nutritionist — these 4 cheap foods support your weight loss and cholesterol goals
June 12, 2024 | 1:44pmExperts say these four foods can help you feel fuller for longer while promoting heart health.
Ozempic and Wegovy users are less likely to become addicted to alcohol: study
June 12, 2024 | 10:20am"This is very promising news in that we may have a new therapeutic method to treat [alcohol use disorder]," said Rong Xu, the study’s lead researcher.
I'm a weight loss coach — these 3 foods could sabotage your goals
June 11, 2024 | 8:53am"These foods I'm seeing eaten in excess, not moderation, which can make weight loss really difficult," Jenna Rizzo said in a Monday TikTok that has enticed more than 28,200 views.
Weight loss surgery more effective than obesity drugs, diet changes: study
June 11, 2024 | 6:04am"Surgery needs to play a bigger role in obesity treatment and be considered earlier in the disease process," said study co-author and bariatric surgeon Dr. Marina Kurian of NYU Langone...
I'm a plastic surgeon — these 6 supplements support weight loss
June 10, 2024 | 1:45pmA balanced diet and an active lifestyle are the cornerstones of weight loss, but for those looking to up their efforts to slim down, supplements may provide the metabolic boost...