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The issue of weight loss is omnipresent in public debate, where it is often reduced to a question of personal willpower.

High 5 to weight loss

September 5, 2025, 04:42 PM - 8 min read

People are routinely blamed for their weight, even though there is strong evidence that it results from a complex combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and socioeconomic factors.

CCPA said such ads are misleading and give consumers the false impression that CoolSculpting guarantees permanent and significant weight loss, when, in reality, it is not a weight-loss treatment at all

CCPA comes down heavily on VLCC for misleading weight-loss ads

August 23, 2025, 03:58 PM - 4 min read

The Department of Consumer Affairs has imposed a fine of ₹3 lakh on VLCC for misleading customers into believing its ‘CoolSculpting machine’ offered permanent and dramatic weight-loss instead of localised fat reduction

You can avoid weight creep - here’s how

January 2, 2025, 02:42 PM - 8 min read

The slow-but-steady nature of weight creep is why many of us won’t notice the extra weight gained until we’re in our fifties.

Weight loss drugs also cause bone and muscle loss

December 23, 2024, 07:39 AM - 5 min read

Research shows that up to one-third of this weight loss is so-called “non-fat mass” – this includes muscle and bone mass. This also happens when someone goes on a diet, and after weight loss surgery.

Study links water to kidney stone prevention, weight loss

November 30, 2024, 08:49 AM - 3 min read

Researchers who analysed 18 studies on the advantages of water consumption discovered that the strongest evidence related to the prevention of kidney stones and assisting individuals in weight loss.

Fasting or fewer meals: Which works best for weight?

November 13, 2024, 08:28 AM - 6 min read

Modifying your diet is important for managing obesity and preventing weight gain. This might include reducing your calorie intake, changing your eating patterns and prioritising healthy food.

Your genes could impact exercise weight loss results

October 16, 2024, 02:49 PM - 6 min read

A recent study shows that your specific genetic profile may also have a dominant effect on how well you lose weight through exercise. This might explain why two people who do an identical workout will see very different results.

Can adding cinnamon to your coffee help you lose weight?

October 11, 2024, 12:28 PM - 6 min read

A new TikTok trend claims adding a teaspoon of cinnamon to your daily coffee (and some cocoa to make it more palatable) for one week can help you burn fat. Is there any truth to this?

New oral weight loss pill shows promising results

September 27, 2024, 10:26 AM - 5 min read

The arrival of GLP-1 analogue drugs (such as Wegovy) marked a huge shift in the weight loss drug market. These drugs have been shown to lead to significant weight loss in users – as much as 15% or more of their body weight in clinical trials.

Low-carb diets meet nutritional needs, study finds

September 9, 2024, 08:57 AM - 3 min read

A study that examined the scepticism about the nutritional quality of low-carb diets found that they can meet and sometimes even exceed one's nutrient needs.

A new weight loss trend dubbed "oatzempic" is gaining traction on social media, with claims of significant weight loss in a short period.

Health experts caution against "Oatzempic" trend for rapid weight loss

April 10, 2024, 08:40 AM - 2 min read

"Oatzempic" derives its name from a blend of oats, water, and lime juice, reminiscent of the diabetes drug Ozempic, though it does not involve any prescription medication. Some TikTok users allege that consuming this drink can lead to shedding up to 40 pounds in just two months.