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Subcutaneous and visceral belly fat increases the risk of cancer, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes. Visceral fat, which is more harmful, surrounds organs and is found beneath the skin. Waist circumference, body composition analysis, and DEXA scans are examples of measurement techniques. Belly fat can be attributed to various factors such as heredity, food, […]
Semaglutide may have potential benefits for alcohol addiction, but more research is needed. Animal studies suggest it can reduce alcohol consumption and
An overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) can affect weight in complex ways. While it often speeds up metabolism and causes weight loss, increased appetite
Intermittent fasting (IF) is an eating pattern that alternates between fasting and eating periods. By limiting food intake, the body switches its
Patients starting on a new weight loss medication are required to start with lower doses first, so that their bodies can adjust
A low iron level might impact hair development. Iron plays a vital role in cell division and oxygen delivery to hair follicles,
An important factor in controlling body weight is hormones. Hormones such as insulin, cortisol, oestrogen, testosterone, and thyroid hormone can all have
A serious eye disease called diabetic retinopathy can lead to blindness and visual loss in diabetics. It is brought on by elevated
One risk factor for urinary incontinence (UI) is obesity, particularly for stress incontinence. Weight loss has been shown to dramatically reduce UI
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disease that causes progressive dementia. There is a theory that insulin resistance in the brain plays