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December 18, 2025/Weight Loss

Does Ozempic Work for Weight Loss?

This diabetes medication can treat obesity, but it’s not for people who just want to drop a few pounds

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December 3, 2025/Diabetes & Endocrinology

How To Avoid ‘Ozempic Butt’

Weight loss may cause loose, sagging skin and muscle loss to your rear

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October 2, 2025/Urinary & Kidney Health

The Relationship Between Obesity and Chronic Kidney Disease

Overweight and obesity increase your CKD risk, and may speed disease progression in people who have the condition

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August 26, 2025/Primary Care

Visceral Fat vs. Subcutaneous Fat: What Are They?

Visceral fat surrounds your organs and can be more detrimental to your health

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March 11, 2025/Pregnancy & Childbirth

What To Know About How Obesity Can Affect Pregnancy

Having obesity can lead to pregnancy complications — be sure to eat more whole foods and try pregnancy-safe exercise

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March 10, 2025/Pregnancy & Childbirth

‘Ozempic Babies’: How GLP-1 Agonists Affect Fertility

These medications can increase fertility — but the risk of taking them while pregnant isn’t well known

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February 11, 2025/Nutrition

Is Sugar Bad for Your Heart?

A high intake of sugar can cause an increase in ‘bad’ cholesterol and a decrease in ‘good’ cholesterol

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November 12, 2024/Weight Loss

Overcoming Weight Gain After Gastric Sleeve Surgery

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

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September 9, 2024/Weight Loss

Does Drinking Alcohol Prevent You From Losing Weight?

Alcohol provides empty calories, heightens cravings and may slow down your metabolism

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April 19, 2024/Mental Health

The Intersection of Obesity and Eating Disorders

Having overweight and disordered eating is a high-risk combination that often gets dismissed or overlooked

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