Globally one-fifth of children aged 5-19 are overweight; of them, half are obese. We explain what’s behind this alarming trend, and why poor countries are particularly ill-equipped to cope https://t.co/oaHV5Q02nm ...

Funny how much higher obesity is in Shanghai vs its surrounding provinces https://t.co/JTGZFRDczg ...

For the first time the number of school-aged children who are obese is higher than those who are severely undernourished, according to a UNICEF report. Which places are worst affected? https://t.co/3uoEZYw2fR ...

Public Health Impact - Approximately 50% of German adults are overweight [1] - This issue costs the German public health system between €27 billion and €90 billion annually [1] Societal Debate - The responsibility for this health problem is a subject of public debate in Germany [1]

Health Initiatives - Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr visited Alaska to explore methods of increasing traditional food consumption among rural Alaska Natives [1] - The initiative aims to address high rates of obesity and heart disease by encouraging alternatives to ultraprocessed foods [1]

Viking Therapeutics Shares Nosedive Toward Worst Day Ever After Obesity Trial Datahttps://t.co/ox0riQ219o https://t.co/YObQIQHBdN ...

In a guest essay the former boss of the pharmaceutical giant explains why—despite the huge challenge ahead—he is “filled with hope rather than despair” for world’s the battle against obesity https://t.co/CRzb1ehHnw ...

In order to avoid a health and economic catastrophe, “obesity must be universally recognised and addressed as a multi-faceted societal responsibility rather than an individual one”, argues Lars Fruergaard Jørgensen https://t.co/WjUb21IHzv ...

New Drug Development - Eli Lilly's oral GLP-1 drug trial shows potential for a pill form of GLP-1 medication, offering an alternative to injectables [1] - The oral GLP-1 drug is a small molecule absorbed in the stomach, allowing for daily intake instead of weekly injections [3] - Clinical trials indicate that approximately 40% of patients at the highest dose experienced weight loss greater than 15% [5] - The most significant side effect observed with the pill is nausea, similar to other GLP-1 medications [4] - The industry hopes the pill's easier manufacturing and lack of refrigeration needs will lead to significantly lower costs [12] - The industry anticipates potential FDA fast-track approval, possibly leading to market availability sometime next year [15][16] Obesity and GLP-1 - The medical community is shifting away from viewing obesity as a moral failing towards recognizing it as a chronic disease requiring long-term treatment [7][8][9] - GLP-1 medications can help patients overcome the body's natural resistance to weight loss by influencing hormones and reducing the urge to overeat [10][11] - GLP-1 activation may have anti-inflammatory benefits and could potentially improve conditions like autoimmune diseases, psoriasis, and potentially reduce the risk of dementia [13][14] - Over 50% of Americans are considered in the obese range, highlighting the potential impact of accessible treatments on cardiovascular disease and related health issues [12]

Do you remember having to run a mile in school. You were probably wearing jeans that day or see how many push-ups you could do in a minute. That's all coming back thanks to President Trump, who signed an executive order reinstating the presidential fitness test.It's not clear yet what exercises students will have to do, but in the past it was usually some combination of push-ups, sit-ups, sit and reach for your toes, and pull-ups, which for most people, including me, was definitely the hardest. and they awa ...