Overweight

Lancet Analysis These Health Risks Pose the Greatest Threat to People

What poses the greatest threat to health? A Lancet study reveals why obesity and lack of exercise will be major risks by 2100.

Lizzo Reveals Whether She Uses Weight Loss Injections

Singer Has Lost a Lot of Weight Lizzo: "I Was Extremely Healthy at My Heaviest Weight"

Healthy despite high weight? Lizzo, 38, says she was "extremely healthy" at her highest weight. FITBOOK provides context.

Researchers examined the connection between large breasts and various neurological and sleep-related disorders.

Study Shows What Macromastia Has to Do With Migraines and Sleep

Macromastia, which refers to excessively enlarged breast tissue, apparently contributes to various neurological and sleep-related disorders.

The weight-loss injection could lead not only to a loss of fat but also to a loss of muscle mass.

Study on GLP-1 Medications Weight Loss Injections Affect Muscles

With the weight-loss injection, diabetics can shed pounds. However, a study suggests that skeletal muscle mass may also be lost in the process.

Between Fast Food and World-Class This Body Is Deceptive! Former Boxing World Champion Tyson Fury, 38, Is Fit and Agile

Former world boxing champion Tyson Fury defeated the best in the world. FITBOOK reveals why his belly is not a disadvantage.

According to a study, the yo-yo effect can have a significant impact on muscles.

According to a Study What You Should Avoid to Prevent Muscle Loss

A recent study by researchers from the United States suggests that yo-yo dieting can significantly affect muscle loss.

Study The Surprising Effect of Drinking Water on Eating Habits

Water fills the stomach and can help reduce food intake—a common supposed weight-loss trick. A study questions its effectiveness.

OECD Countries in Comparison The Link Between Work and Obesity

The longer, the heavier? According to a new study, people who work more hours than average each day are more likely to be overweight.

Prof. Thomas Kälicke and an overweight patient

Chief Physician Thomas Kälicke "How I Train People Weighing 120 Kilograms"

On Thomas Kälicke's operating table are people who weigh 120 kilograms or more and have been injured while playing sports.

Visceral fat is likely linked to brain health

Long-Term Study Surprising! Reducing Belly Fat Strengthens This Organ

Visceral fat contributes to various health risks. Its reduction could also improve brain function, according to a study.

Weight gain is apparently not equally risky for health at every age.

Research Study Identifies Riskiest Age for Weight Gain

Weight gain in young adulthood is more frequently associated with serious illnesses and premature mortality, according to the study.

Mark Wahlberg gained a significant amount of weight for a film role.

Special Transformation Mark Wahlberg Swore He'd Never Do This for a Role Again—But Now He Is

Calorie Counts, Water Retention, Hormonal Stress: How Tough the Star's Film Transformation Was–and What He Says About the Ordeal

Global Forecast A Third of Children and Young People Will Be Overweight in 2050

More and more children and young people are overweight or obese. This could reach dramatic proportions worldwide by 2050.

GLP-1 is injected via syringe—typically once a week.

Metabolism Specialist in FITBOOK Interview "Greatest Impact of GLP-1 Medications on These Patients"

Blood Sugar, Liver Inflammation, Heart Attack: Which Groups Benefit Most from GLP-1 According to Studies

Less Belly Fat by Eating Olive Oil Regularly?

Mediterranean Diet Certain Cooking Oil May Protect Against Belly Fat, Study Finds

Sounds contradictory, but it works: According to a study, regular consumption of olive oil is associated with less belly fat.

New Genetic Test Genetic Risk for Obesity Can Apparently Be Detected in Children

Mega Study Shows: A Genetic Risk Score Can Indicate Obesity in Toddlers

Nutrition Expert Responds to Study Diet More Important Than Exercise in Combating Obesity? Doesn't Surprise Me Much

A study identifies diet as the main cause of obesity—surpassing even lack of exercise. Not surprising, says expert.

Alternative to the "Weight Loss Injection" New Diet Pill Shows Similar Effects to Ozempic

A pill to combat unwanted fat is coming soon: A pharmaceutical company has successfully tested its new tablet for weight loss.

Study Can Being Overweight Have an Effect on Intelligence?

Obesity is constantly increasing - but can this have an impact on intelligence? A study has investigated this.

Exercise at the right time can reduce the risk of diabetes and obesity

Study from Germany Exercise at the Right Time Reduces the Risk of Obesity and Diabetes

A study shows that there is a right time for exercise to reduce the risk of obesity and diabetes. Find out more here.

Woman craves sugar - caused by an intestinal bacterium

According to a Study Certain Intestinal Bacteria Causes Sugar Cravings

If you crave sugar, your gut could be to blame. A new study suggests a particular intestinal bacteria causes sugar cravings.

Study Finds Surprising Reason Why Many People Can't Keep the Weight off After Losing Weight

People with a history of obesity often find it difficult to keep the weight off after losing it - for a reason.

A change in weight influences the risk of breast cancer

Study One Factor Increases the Risk of Breast Cancer in Women Aged 35 and Over

A study shed light on the influence of changes in weight at different stages of life on the risk of breast cancer in women.

Bitter substances against diabetes - research shows the connection

Research shows Bitter compounds can protect against obesity and diabetes

Bitter substances can apparently provide effective protection against obesity and even diabetes. Will they soon replace Ozempic and Co.?

Childhood obesity apparently increases the risk of developing schizophrenia later in life.

According to the study Children with a high BMI may have an increased risk of schizophrenia later in life

A new study shows that overweight children with a high BMI have an increased risk of developing schizophrenia in adulthood.

Overweight Children: Boy Measures His Waistline

Dramatic Trend Childhood Obesity on the Rise–Expert Urges Parents

The number of children with obesity is rising, a trend further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's what parents should do.