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As many as 40% of Americans are obese, putting them at an increased risk for high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke, heart disease and certain cancers, according to the CDC. New research from the ...

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Researchers have discovered a new type of tissue, a soft and flexible ‘fatty cartilage’ that could revolutionize the ...

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A new study uncovers a novel mechanism through which brown fat is transformed into heat, offering protection against ...

A diabetes drug may beat costly shots for patients with a rare genetic condition, according to a Rutgers Health study.

A new study from Zurich and Leipzig reveals why some obese people remain healthy while others develop metabolic diseases. The research highlights key differences in fat type, cell behaviour, and ...

Scientists are tackling society's growing obesity problem from all kinds of angles – and new research picks out a particular ...