A new study builds on evidence supporting the effects of complex carbohydrate consumption on long-term health and longevity. The findings show that women who reported higher intakes of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber had up to a 37% greater chance of living longer, healthier lives. Other factors for long-term health should be considered aside from…
Zepbound outperformed Wegovy for weight loss in a clinical trial sponsored by Eli Lilly. Participants who received tirzepatide, the active ingredient in Zepbound, also had greater reductions in waist size and more significant improvements in metabolic risk factors. Tirzepatide’s dual effects on GLP-1 and GIP may explain its superior performance over semaglutide, the active ingredient…
Carnie Wilson of the ’90s pop group sensation Wilson Phillips opens up about her mental health journey. The “Hold On” singer and daughter of Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson is raising awareness about tardive dyskinesia (TD), an involuntary movement disorder linked to some mental health medications. In the “Connecting with Carnie” campaign, Wilson interviews people living…
World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) star John Cena revealed he’s been diagnosed with skin cancer twice. The 48-year-old wrestler is now the face of a new campaign urging people to wear sunscreen. Most forms of skin cancer can be treated, however, some types can be life threatening if not caught early. Wearing sunscreen daily, seeking shade,…
“Broken heart syndrome” carries a significant risk of death and serious complications, according to new research. Although the condition appears to be much more common in females, males may be significantly more likely to die from it. “Broken heart syndrome” is commonly associated with other major complications, including heart failure, atrial fibrillation, stroke, and cardiogenic…
Federal regulators have accepted Novo Nordisk’s application to produce a pill version of its injectable weight loss medication Wegovy. Experts say an oral medication might be easier for people to use, improving their chances of adhering to a weight loss plan. They add it might also be less expensive, allowing more people to use these…