Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange during afternoon trading on April 09, 2024 in New York City. Michael M. Santiago | Getty Images This report is from today’s CNBC Daily Open, our international markets newsletter. CNBC Daily Open brings investors up to speed on everything they need to know, no … Read more
It’s believed that over 25 percent of UK adults are obese, and a further 37 percent are overweight. This puts people at greater risk of life-limiting conditions like type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and numerous cancers. And while losing weight is a common aspiration for many people, this is a lot easier said than done. … Read more
Despite its reputation as a sugary snack for a movie night, popcorn can be healthy. But, only if it is prepared in the right way. Standard cinema popcorn or pre-packaged popcorn at the supermarket isn’t the healthiest option, but without any added fats, sugar and salt, it could be really good for you. If you … Read more
Scientists have hailed broccoli as a gut health wonder, suggesting it could bolster the immune system and lessen inflammation. Penn State researchers are behind the discovery that this green veg might be particularly beneficial for maintaining a healthy gut. Gary Perdew, a biomedical expert at Penn State, queried: “We all know that broccoli is good … Read more
CLAYTON, N.C. (AP) — Novo Nordisk, the maker of Ozempic and Wegovy, announced on Monday that it plans to add 1,000 jobs when another company manufacturing plant is built in a suburb of North Carolina’s capital to expand production of the very popular weight loss and diabetes medicines, as well as other treatments. The Danish-based … Read more
A popular obesity drug may help treat a dangerous disorder in which people struggle to breathe while they sleep, a new study finds. Tirzepatide, the medication in the weight-loss drug Zepbound and also the diabetes treatment Mounjaro, appeared to reduce the severity of sleep apnea along with reducing weight and improving blood pressure and other … Read more
Health experts are warning the public to consider eight vital factors that could lead to a huge surge in cases of a killer disease. The UK could be set to experience a “tsunami” in cases of fatty liver disease as a result. This is due to high rates of obesity in the UK, which is … Read more
Diabetics have to carefully monitor their blood sugar levels or risk serious problems (Image: Getty) A record 3.6 million people are at high risk of developing diabetes as the nation battles an obesity epidemic. Health chiefs blamed junk food and obesity for a surge in patients with dangerously elevated blood sugar – which means rising … Read more
Obesity and changing Western diets are believed to be a factor (Image: Getty) Unhealthy lifestyles, an obesity epidemic and poor gut health are feared to be fuelling a “disturbing” explosion in cases of early-onset cancer. Analysis from Cancer Research UK suggests more adults under 50 are being struck by the disease than ever before, with … Read more
As weight-loss plans go, it’s easy to see the allure of intermittent fasting: Eat what you want, but only during certain windows of time — often just eight hours a day. Instead of counting calories or measuring portions, dieters just have to pay attention to the clock, said Courtney Peterson, a nutrition researcher at the … Read more
