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Study Suggests Obesity Med Lorcaserin is Safe, Effective
A two-year study of more than 3,000 obese people suggests that the obesity medication lorcaserin safely aids weight loss. Read Summary > -
Chili Pepper Ingredient May Fight Fat
The ingredient that puts the "pep" in hot peppers may also cause weight loss, South Korean researchers say. Read Summary > -
New Obesity Compound Shows Promise in Animals
A compound that works similarly to the obesity drug Acomplia helped mice lower their body weight, triglycerides, and blood sugar in a recent study. Read Summary > -
Genes, Mood Disorders Link Depression and Obesity
A new study of twins has found that chronic pain and obesity are linked with both mood disorders and family history. Read Summary > -
Scientists Heal Damaged Arteries in Pigs
Researchers hope this work can one day be used to help people who have the artery-clogging condition atherosclerosis. Read Summary > -
Big Fast Food Chains Have Cut Trans Fats: Study
Scientists at the University of Minnesota's School of Public Health have found that major American fast food chains have significantly reduced their use of trans fats in their cooking oils. Read Summary > -
Cholesterol Screening Rates Too Low in Young Adults: CDC
Researchers at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say only about 50 percent of American young adults have their cholesterol screened, even though about 25 percent of them have increased levels of bad cholesterol. Read Summary > -
Cold Cereal Beats Hot Breakfast: Study
A large study of children has found that those who eat cold cereal for breakfast have healthier diets than kids who either skip breakfast or eat other foods for this morning meal. Read Summary >
