Many studies have found that stress — especially chronic stress — can contribute to weight gain. Here’s an overview of this connection, plus some evidence-backed ways to manage stress.

Edema occurs when part of the body becomes swollen due to abnormal fluid buildup in the tissue surrounding the area. Edema is most common in the arms and legs, but it can also affect the ankles, feet and hands.

If you’re used to squeaking by on minimal sleep, you’re hardly alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one-third of US adults don’t get the recommended seven hours of sleep per night.

Though a change in body size can happen for many reasons, it might signal an underlying health issue. When weight gain in women coincides with certain hormonal symptoms such as excess body hair, acne or irregular periods, it might be a sign of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

How should patients who are taking or considering GLP-1s interpret this information? Are these drugs only effective or tolerable on a short-term basis?

Each year, millions of Americans try to lose weight. If you’ve been there, you know how hard the process can be. You probably also know that food choices and activity level are major factors in weight loss. But how much do you know about the role of hormones?

Read more about GLP-1 agonist medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, primarily used for treating Type 2 diabetes and obesity. Their effectiveness for modest weight loss varies, but even losing 5% of body weight can have significant health benefits.

Recently, Ozempic has become popular for its off-label use of weight loss. Some people have taken to calling the drug by nicknames like "the semaglutide shot" or "the miracle drug." Others have created memes and TikTok videos about their experiences with Ozempic. In this article, we review some of the latest lingo surrounding these new weight loss medications.

Uncover the connection between obesity and the risk of breast cancer.

Lymphedema is chronic swelling in the arms or legs due to problems with the lymphatic system. The connection between weight and lymphedema is known, but the exact reasons are still being studied. Here's what you need to know about managing these conditions.

This article will provide an overview of diabetes medications that have also proven to be effective for weight loss, such as semaglutide (Ozempic) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro).

This article discusses how obesity can increase your risk of colon cancer, and offers some suggestions about what you can do to reduce your risk.

In this article, we will explore the risk factors for stroke related to obesity and discuss the ways to lessen these risks.

Snoring can affect your sleep quality, and poor sleep quality or insufficient sleep can lead to sleep deprivation and other health consequences, such as high blood pressure and weight gain. Snoring can also be a symptom of other sleep-related breathing disorders like sleep apnea.

Trulicity is a weekly injection for type 2 diabetes that can help with weight loss. This article explores Trulicity and discusses alternative medications that are available and can be used for weight loss.

Different GLP-1 drugs possess distinct characteristics. Understanding the various GLP-1 drug options available is crucial in finding the right medication for your needs.

This article explains why weight gain may occur during menopause and how to manage it.

This article will define the different weight categories and discuss their connections to certain complications, including shortness of breath and obesity hypoventilation syndrome.

In this article, we will break down the relationship between PCOS and weight to help you better understand why weight loss is more difficult when you have PCOS.

Are you considering Mounjaro or Ozempic for weight loss? Here's a comprehensive comparison of the two medications to help you choose the best option for you.

In this article, we will discuss the similarities and differences between Ozempic and Wegovy and help you to better understand these medications and which one may be better suited for weight management.

GLP-1 medications and Contrave™ are both prescription medications that can help people lose weight, but they work differently to help you lose weight. In this post, we compare the two medication types.