This diabetes medication can treat obesity, but it’s not for people who just want to drop a few pounds
Weight loss may cause loose, sagging skin and muscle loss to your rear
Overweight and obesity increase your CKD risk, and may speed disease progression in people who have the condition
Visceral fat surrounds your organs and can be more detrimental to your health
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Having obesity can lead to pregnancy complications — be sure to eat more whole foods and try pregnancy-safe exercise
These medications can increase fertility — but the risk of taking them while pregnant isn’t well known
A high intake of sugar can cause an increase in ‘bad’ cholesterol and a decrease in ‘good’ cholesterol
As many as 76% of people experience weight recurrence after bariatric surgery — but you can buck the trend by committing to long-term healthy habits
Alcohol provides empty calories, heightens cravings and may slow down your metabolism
Having overweight and disordered eating is a high-risk combination that often gets dismissed or overlooked
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