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Early-Adult Weight Gain Linked to Higher Lifetime Mortality, Study Finds
health1 month ago

Early-Adult Weight Gain Linked to Higher Lifetime Mortality, Study Finds

A Lund University study followed more than 600,000 people from age 17 to 60 and found that obesity onset in early adulthood (17–29) was linked to about 70% higher all-cause mortality during follow-up, driven largely by cardiovascular disease. The findings suggest the duration of obesity, rather than late-life weight gain, may drive risk, potentially via long-term insulin resistance and inflammation. Exercise and diet data weren’t analyzed, and there are sex-related nuances; the takeaway is to aim to prevent obesity early in life.

Carbs That Don’t Add Calories May Slow Metabolism and Boost Weight in Mice
health1 month ago

Carbs That Don’t Add Calories May Slow Metabolism and Boost Weight in Mice

A mouse study found a strong preference for carbohydrate-rich foods like bread and rice can cause weight gain and higher fat without increasing total calories, due to reduced energy expenditure and metabolic changes in the liver. Removing wheat flour from the diet improved weight and metabolic health, suggesting carbs influence weight beyond calorie count and warrant human studies on whole grains, fiber, and processing effects.

Haliburton pins shingles and meds for weight gain after viral Pacers photo
sports1 month ago

Haliburton pins shingles and meds for weight gain after viral Pacers photo

Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton says his recent weight gain was due to a shingles bout and hunger-inducing side effects from his medications, not the Pringles memes. He’s battled shingles for about eight weeks, has switched meds (and even gotten a Botox injection), and though his eye has been swollen and he’s lost part of an eyebrow, he’s back to workouts as Indiana finishes its season and looks ahead to recovery.

Juice Isn’t a No-Calories Elixir: Big Study Links 100% Fruit Juice to Weight Gain
health2 months ago

Juice Isn’t a No-Calories Elixir: Big Study Links 100% Fruit Juice to Weight Gain

A large meta-analysis published in JAMA Pediatrics found that each additional daily serving of 100% fruit juice is linked to weight gain in both children and adults (about a 0.03 BMI increase per serving in kids and 0.02 in adults). Experts say this may be due to extra calories and rapidly digested sugars from juice, plus the fiber lost when juicing. The takeaway is to prioritize whole fruit, choose 100% juice with no added sugars, limit juice to roughly 4–6 ounces if you drink it, and consider diluting with sparkling water to keep portions small while still enjoying the beverage.

Kelce Jokes Swift’s Sourdough Gave Him Weight Gain and a Chair Fallout
entertainment3 months ago

Kelce Jokes Swift’s Sourdough Gave Him Weight Gain and a Chair Fallout

On the Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce podcast, Travis Kelce joked that Taylor Swift’s homemade sourdough is behind his recent weight gain and that he even broke Swift’s chair while joking about it. He quips that the bread supports “good gut health” and swats away concerns with humor. The piece also ties in Swift’s well-known sourdough obsession and mentions the couple’s engagement and wedding plans, including beer for the reception.

Blocking SCoR2 Could Halt Fat Production and Lower Cholesterol
science-health3 months ago

Blocking SCoR2 Could Halt Fat Production and Lower Cholesterol

A Cleveland team identified SCoR2, an enzyme that removes nitric oxide from proteins controlling fat storage and production. In mice, inhibiting SCoR2 prevented weight gain, reduced liver damage, and lowered cholesterol, suggesting a first‑in‑class drug could treat obesity and cardiovascular disease, with clinical trials anticipated in about 18 months.

Persistent Belly Fat: The Sure Sign Your Cortisol Is Elevated
health3 months ago

Persistent Belly Fat: The Sure Sign Your Cortisol Is Elevated

Doctors note that the number-one sign of chronically elevated cortisol is unexplained belly fat from visceral fat, which can occur even without changes to diet or exercise; cortisol levels can rise due to stress, illness, sleep deprivation, pregnancy, inflammation, and certain foods or medications, so consult a physician if you notice persistent abdominal weight gain accompanied by other health changes.

Five Surprising Signs Your Cortisol Is Running High
health4 months ago

Five Surprising Signs Your Cortisol Is Running High

Chronic elevation of cortisol—the body's stress hormone—can show up beyond the obvious symptoms. Look for abdominal/visceral weight gain, muscle weakness, high blood pressure, poor sleep, and facial puffiness. Causes include ongoing stress, Cushing's syndrome, illness, sleep deprivation, pregnancy, and certain medications or supplements. Since cortisol levels can fluctuate and diagnoses can be tricky, consult a doctor if you notice persistent symptoms or notable health changes.

Unmasking Cortisol: 5 Unexpected Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
health4 months ago

Unmasking Cortisol: 5 Unexpected Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Doctors describe five surprising signs of high cortisol: weight gain around the midsection, muscle weakness, high blood pressure, poor sleep, and facial puffiness. The piece explains how chronic stress and other factors can raise cortisol, outlines possible causes (including Cushing’s syndrome), and suggests seeing a doctor to evaluate cortisol levels if these symptoms appear.

Scientists Explain Why College Students Often Gain the 'Freshman 15'
health6 months ago

Scientists Explain Why College Students Often Gain the 'Freshman 15'

A study from George Mason University found that college students tend to eat more in social and formal dining settings, often underestimating their food intake, which contributes to the common 'Freshman 15' weight gain phenomenon. The research highlights the influence of environment, social context, and perception on dietary habits, emphasizing the need for digital tools in dietary assessment.