Weight Loss, Carbonated Water

Massive study looks at benefits, risks of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs
As demand for weight-loss injections sold under brand names such as Ozempic and Wegovy continues to soar, a study has uncovered neurological and behavioral health benefits amid risks for pancreatitis and kidney disease.
Carbonated Water 'May Promote Weight Loss,' According to New Study
The body absorbs the carbon in a way that “may support weight loss,” according to a new study, but carbonated drinks are not a “standalone solution”
Sparkling Water ‘May Promote Weight Loss’ New Study Finds
Sparkling water and carbonated water) has been linked to weight loss and lower blood sugar, but does it really work? Experts explain the latest research.
Challenges employers will face in 2025 with weight-loss drugs
The weight loss market is evolving at an unprecedented rate with the advancements in anti-obesity medications, and 2025 will be another remarkable year in this journey.
What’s behind the meteoric rise of weight-loss drugs in Massachusetts?
About 140,400 obese patients in Massachusetts were prescribed medications like Wegovy and Zepbound in 2024, a 255 percent increase from 2023, according to a Globe analysis of insurance claims data.
Weight-Loss Drugs Like Ozempic Linked To Lower Risk Of 42 Conditions
Some outcomes, like reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and increased chance of nausea, were expected. But others took researchers by surprise.
What to know about sparkling water and weight loss, according to new study
To break down the study's findings, ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula joined "Good Morning America" on Wednesday and explained that for those looking to carbonated water to support weight loss, the "clinical effect is very, very small -- it might help, but is really probably not clinically relevant."
Major study of weight-loss jabs shows slew of benefits but also risks
The risk of heart attack and stroke declines, but gastrointestinal problems and joint inflammation increase: New research has shed more light on the pros and cons of weight-loss jabs.
Weight-Loss Drugs Show Major Health Benefits but Carry Risks
A major study involving two million people has unveiled surprising effects of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. While originally designed to treat type 2 diabetes, these medications have been linked to improved heart health fewer infections,
Researchers reveal benefits, risks linked to popular weight-loss drugs
Glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) have rapidly emerged as game-changers in treating diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. Commonly marketed under brand names like Ozempic and Wegovy,
Diabetes startup Virta Health is now prescribing Ozempic for weight loss in a push toward profitability and IPO
The diabetes startup is prescribing GLP-1 drugs for weight loss to help employers manage costs. Its CEO says it's nearing ...
Can Lexapro Cause Weight Loss? What to Know
If you’ve been diagnosed with major depressive disorder or a form of anxiety, your mental health provider may prescribe the ...
Drinking This Popular Beverage May Have a Surprising Impact on Weight Loss
"Drinking carbonated water can have some effects on the digestive system, particularly for individuals with sensitive stomachs or pre-existing gastrointestinal conditions," Takahashi wrote. Those ...
Black Patients Less Likely To Get Weight Loss Surgery
TUESDAY, Jan. 21, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Black people with obesity are less likely to get weight-loss surgery than others.
What you should know about carbonated water and weight loss
Carbonated drinks known as sparkling, fizzy, seltzer and soda waters are thought to impact the waistline. A new study weighs ...
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Beyond Willpower: Oprah Winfrey debunks 'thin people have more self-control' stereotype
Oprah Winfrey shares her transformative weight-loss journey with GLP-1 medications, challenging societal perceptions of willpower and obesity in a candid podcast conversation with Dr. Ania Jastreboff.
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RHOSLC’s Heather Gay Slams Claim She’s a ‘Mean Girl’ After Losing Weight, Why She’s ‘Different’
Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ star Heather Gay slammed claims that she became a ‘mean girl’ after losing weight on Ozempic ...
Man claims weight loss on diet of butter, cheese, and hamburgers; cholesterol oozes from his body
A man undertook a carnivore diet, primarily consuming hamburgers, cheese, and butter, leading to significant weight loss and improved energy levels, but causing his cholesterol levels to surge ...