Visceral fat surrounds your organs and can be more detrimental to your health
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
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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
This diabetes medication can treat obesity, but it’s not for people who just want to drop a few pounds
Having overweight and disordered eating is a high-risk combination that often gets dismissed or overlooked
The common hormonal condition is linked to insulin resistance, which can cause weight gain
Having underweight, having overweight and having obesity can be dangerous for your heart
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