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Obesity

The latest news on obesity, including causes and health stories

New drugs are proving good at treating diabetes and obesity. Getty Images

Alternative to wonder weight-loss drug Mounjaro approved

HealthNovember 09, 2023

People who are 'fit but fat' are considered to be obese by their body mass index score but have none of the complications associated with obesity. Getty Images

Can you be overweight and healthy?

HealthOctober 03, 2023

Sugary drink consumption is up globally, but patterns vary widely by region. PA

Sugary drink consumption spirals globally

HealthOctober 03, 2023

'Bad' carbs such as doughnuts tend to spike blood sugar. Getty Images

Limiting 'bad' carbs key to midlife weight loss

UKSeptember 27, 2023

A study in Sharjah has found those who are overweight are more likely to have poor gum health. Photo:

'Cake culture' concerns as study links obesity with tooth loss

UAEAugust 09, 2023

Most English adults are fat. A quarter are obese and 38 per cent are overweight but not obese. AFP

Weighing up the cost of Britain's obesity problem

CommentJuly 12, 2023

Researchers examined data on more than 2.6 million Spanish adults aged 40 and under who were cancer-free in 2009. PA

Being overweight under age 40 'linked to 18 cancers'

HealthJuly 05, 2023

New study reveals that obesity-related cancer risks vary by sex, type of cancer, and fat distribution. Ryan Carter / The National

Obesity a growing risk factor for cancer, study finds

HealthJune 12, 2023

People are more likely to crave unhealthy foods during periods of stress. Ravindranath K / The National

Why does stress make us crave junk food?

HealthJune 08, 2023

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said the use of drugs to tackle obesity could be a 'game-changer' to ease pressure on the NHS. PA

Will weight loss drug get sick Britain back to work?

UKJune 07, 2023

The study, although not yet peer reviewed, offers encouraging results. Getty Images

Once-a-week obesity shot offers significant weight loss

HealthMay 18, 2023

The pill's design was inspired by the water-wicking skin of the Australian thorny devil lizard. Photo: NYUAD

NYUAD develops electric 'pill' to treat diabetes and obesity

HealthApril 27, 2023

Results of a Diabetes Remission Clinical Trial in the UK showed some patients who stuck to an 800 calorie liquid diet of soups and shakes over a three-month period were able to reverse a type two diabetes diagnosis. Photo: Supplied

Doctors urge caution over 800-calorie liquid diet for diabetics

HealthApril 19, 2023

A report published in Diabetes UK has shown more than 2.4 million in the UK are at a high risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Getty

UK faces escalating diabetes 'crisis' as cases pass five million

UKApril 13, 2023

Thani Alghafry lost 37kg in only two months as part of a get-fit challenge. Photos: Thani Alghafry; Pawan Singh / The National

Dubai office worker ditches lifts to shed 37kg

HealthMarch 25, 2023

The study suggested that policies aimed at preventing adolescent obesity should focus on creating healthier city landscapes. AP

City living linked to adolescent obesity, says study

HealthMarch 21, 2023

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