Things Worth Noting
The Wegovy weight loss pill, a groundbreaking daily oral form of semaglutide from Novo Nordisk, launched in early January 2026 following FDA approval in December 2025, providing a convenient needle-free alternative for adults managing obesity or overweight with related health conditions. By mimicking the GLP-1 hormone, this semaglutide-based treatment curbs appetite, delays gastric emptying, and […]
Eating sugar and refined carbs can trap the body in a blood sugar rollercoaster. These foods digest quickly, causing sharp glucose and insulin spikes followed by crashes that trigger fatigue, irritability, and strong sugar cravings. Dopamine and other brain chemicals reinforce this cycle, making it feel addictive. Over time, repeated spikes can lead to insulin […]
A new study shows nearly 70% of U.S. adults could be obese under a redefined framework that uses waist size, body fat, and BMI, compared to 43% with BMI alone. Traditional BMI misses hidden obesity risks, like belly fat, which increases chances of diabetes, heart disease, and death, even in normal-weight people. The new approach […]
Drinking one diet soda daily, often seen as a healthier choice over sugary drinks, can harm your health. Artificial sweeteners like aspartame may disrupt insulin and blood sugar, raising risks for obesity, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. Phosphoric and citric acids erode tooth enamel, increasing cavities, and may reduce bone density, especially in women. […]
Moderate alcohol consumption, defined as up to one drink daily for women and two for men, may reduce risks of heart disease, ischemic stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Light drinking boosts HDL cholesterol, improves insulin sensitivity, and lowers blood pressure via antioxidants like resveratrol in red wine and polyphenols in beer, which curb inflammation and […]