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GLP-1 Drugs Lower Risk for 42 Health Conditions

Popular GLP-1 medications for weight loss and diabetes may have unexpected benefits for reducing risks for conditions such as substance abuse, psychosis, infections and even dementia. But these drugs also come with risks that shouldn’t be overlooked, researchers warn in a… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a […]

Published on January 21, 2025

Treatment for children with obesity has lasting effect

When children with obesity undergo weight-loss treatment, the effects have repercussions later in life and the risk of serious health problems and premature death is lower as they reach young adulthood. However, this is not the case for depression and anxiety, a study reports. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on January 21, 2025

A Glass of Milk Daily Reduces Risk of Colon Cancer

Got milk? If so, you may be helping to prevent colon cancer. The largest study to date investigating the link between diet and colorectal cancer found that an additional 300 milligrams (mg) of calcium daily, the amount found in a glass of milk, is associated with a 17%… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David […]

Published on January 20, 2025