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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Mum starts weight-loss jabs 4 weeks after birth after putting on 2.5st

A UK mother began weight-loss injections just four weeks postpartum after gaining significant weight during pregnancy, prompting mixed reactions from the public.

Mar 23 • 07:29 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Weight loss of lobbyist suspected in selling judicial decisions leads to investigation and goes to the Supreme Court

The significant weight loss of lobbyist Andreson Gonçalves de Oliveira, linked to a judicial decision-selling case, has prompted internal investigations within the Federal Penitentiary of Brasília and an intervention by the Supreme Court.

Mar 23 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Weight Loss Will Decrease with Python Blood! New Drug Discovery, No Side Effects

Scientists have discovered a molecule in python blood that controls appetite without side effects, offering a new potential way to combat obesity.

Mar 23 • 06:33 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Goodbye to Obesity? A Molecule in Snake Blood Promises a Revolution in Weight Loss Drugs

Researchers have discovered a molecule in snake blood that could lead to breakthrough treatments for obesity by effectively regulating appetite and energy without adverse side effects.

Mar 23 • 04:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Sami completely stopped using one food product - 50 kilos lost in a year

Sami Hakulinen dramatically improved his health and lost 50 kilos by eliminating one food product from his diet after realizing previous weight-loss efforts had failed.

Mar 23 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Woman, 58, loses nearly 3 stone using 'total life changing' app that's 60% off

A 58-year-old woman successfully lost nearly 3 stone with the help of the Simple app, which emphasizes manageable lifestyle changes over strict dieting.

Mar 22 • 19:01 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Why Ozempic Doesn't Work for Everyone

Ozempic and similar weight-loss medications are hailed as miracle treatments, but they are ineffective for one in ten individuals.

Mar 22 • 17:13 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Anti-inflammatory diet: science or fashion?

The article explores the growing popularity and underlying scientific principles of anti-inflammatory diets, contrasting them with traditional weight loss approaches.

Mar 22 • 15:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Passenger arrested with 430 weight loss drugs and illegal anabolic steroids at Foz do Iguaçu airport

A passenger was arrested at Foz do Iguaçu International Airport for attempting to board with 430 units of illegal medications, including weight loss drugs and anabolic steroids, smuggled from Paraguay.

Mar 22 • 13:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Smaller Dishes and More Protein: How Weight-Loss Pens and the 'Fitness Wave' Have Shaped Restaurant Menus

The increasing popularity of weight-loss pens and a growing health-conscious trend are driving Brazilian restaurants to adapt their menus to offer smaller portions and healthier options.

Mar 22 • 10:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

X Factor icon unrecognisable after tragic plea for cash and 16-stone weight loss

Emma Chawner, a memorable contestant from The X Factor, reveals her significant 16-stone weight loss journey after enduring personal losses.

Mar 22 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Couple arrested for scheme of delivery of weight loss pens in SC

A couple was arrested in Brazil for allegedly delivering illegal weight loss pens and anabolic steroids.

Mar 21 • 17:53 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Woman Lost 38 Kilos with Just One Lifestyle Change

A 30-year-old woman named Danielle Broadway shares how a single lifestyle change helped her lose 38 kilograms amidst her challenges as a mother.

Mar 21 • 15:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I hit rock bottom at 18 stone - here's how I lost nearly half my weight'

Nikki Woodgate shares her inspiring journey of losing nearly half her body weight after hitting a personal low at 18 stone.

Mar 21 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Opportunity Knocks star thought he lost weight quitting beer - he was wrong

David Carey, a former child star from Opportunity Knocks, discovers that his significant weight loss was due to a terminal cancer diagnosis rather than quitting beer as he initially believed.

Mar 21 • 08:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Weight loss drug may help with depression and anxiety, research indicates – we asked if treatment will change

A recent international study found that diabetes and weight loss medications, particularly semaglutide, significantly alleviated mental health issues in patients.

Mar 21 • 06:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

ITV's James Martin shares simple two-ingredient breakfast after 3st weight loss

Celebrity chef James Martin reveals his favorite two-ingredient breakfast following a significant weight loss of three stones, emphasizing its simplicity and taste.

Mar 21 • 06:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ozempic in the SUS and without a patent: how weight-loss pens have already changed the world — and what’s to come

Rio de Janeiro has become the first Brazilian city to offer the medication Ozempic through the Unified Health System (SUS) as part of its initiative in the fight against obesity.

Mar 21 • 06:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Jani and Mari Kleemola acquire 'revenge bodies' - Together they lost over 100 kilos: an incredible transformation is visible in the pictures

Jani and Mari Kleemola, a couple from Ulvila, Finland, have transformed their lives by losing over 100 kilos together, spurred by a humiliating incident on a beautiful summer day.

Mar 21 • 04:01 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Weight Loss Will Reduce by ₹3000! Weight Loss Injections Becoming 70% Cheaper

The patent expiration of the weight loss drug Semaglutide on March 20 will lead to a significant price drop of up to 70% for consumers in India.

Mar 21 • 01:45 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Discoveries indicate that pythons could help with weight loss

Researchers have found that metabolites in pythons could inspire new obesity therapies by regulating appetite.

Mar 20 • 23:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Pharmacist arrested on suspicion of selling psychiatric and weight loss drugs without prescriptions in Bragança Paulista

A 53-year-old pharmacist was arrested for selling psychiatric medication and weight loss drugs without prescriptions in Bragança Paulista, Brazil.

Mar 20 • 20:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Pharmacist arrested on suspicion of selling psychiatric and weight loss drugs without a prescription in Bragança Paulista

A pharmacist in Bragança Paulista, Brazil, has been arrested for allegedly selling psychiatric and weight loss medications without prescriptions and violating health regulations.

Mar 20 • 20:27 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Could GLP-1 drugs help your mental health? New study finds a link

A study suggests that GLP-1 drugs, traditionally used for weight loss and diabetes, may also reduce the risk of worsening mental health conditions like anxiety and depression.

Mar 20 • 19:07 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

Ozempic is about to become generic for billions of people

Ozempic will soon be available as a generic drug in many populous countries, significantly lowering its price and improving accessibility.

Mar 20 • 18:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Ozempic in the SUS and without a patent: how weight loss pens have changed the world and what lies ahead

Rio de Janeiro becomes the first city in Brazil to offer the medication Ozempic through its public health system, marking a significant step in the fight against obesity.

Mar 20 • 14:29 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Is AI Safe for Diets? The Risk of Using ChatGPT and Gemini for Weight Loss in Adolescents

A study reveals significant discrepancies between AI-generated diet plans and those created by professional nutritionists for adolescents aiming to lose weight.

Mar 20 • 14:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Fish and chip shop owners warn that weight loss jabs are having a real impact on businesses

Fish and chip shop owners in the UK are adjusting their portion sizes due to declining sales attributed to weight loss injections affecting customer appetites.

Mar 20 • 13:28 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

India to tackle global obesity with cheap fat-loss jabs

India is set to release low-cost generic weight-loss injections following the expiration of key patents, which is expected to make such treatments more accessible globally.

Mar 20 • 11:54 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Indian companies are queuing up to exploit Novo's patent expiry

Indian companies are preparing to launch cheaper weight loss medications following the expiration of Novo Nordisk's patent on semaglutide.

Mar 20 • 10:52 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

This super vegetable is a true vitamin C bomb - especially good for brain health

Broccoli is a nutrient-rich vegetable that supports brain health and aids in weight loss due to its high fiber content and low caloric value.

Mar 20 • 04:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Women aged 40 to 49 lead the purchase of weight loss pens in the country; Mounjaro is the best seller

Brazilian pharmacies sold nearly half a million boxes of weight loss pens in January this year, predominantly to women averaging 47 years of age, with Mounjaro leading in sales.

Mar 20 • 02:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Gogglebox star Amy Tapper shows off 8st weight loss and fans go wild

Amy Tapper from 'Gogglebox' reveals her stunning 8 stone weight loss, sparking excitement among fans.

Mar 19 • 22:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Porsche seized in operation against million-dollar gambling scheme and illegal weight-loss pens in the interior of SP

A Porsche was seized and a woman arrested in a police operation targeting an illegal gambling and weight-loss drug scheme in Rio Claro, São Paulo.

Mar 19 • 21:17 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

A Solution to Obesity is Hoped for in Python Blood

Researchers believe they have identified a molecule in python blood that can significantly influence metabolism, potentially aiding in the development of a new type of weight-loss drug.

Mar 19 • 20:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Piracicaba resident arrested for illegal distribution of weight-loss medications

A man was arrested in Piracicaba, Brazil, suspected of being the main distributor in an illegal scheme selling weight-loss medications, including several banned substances.

Mar 19 • 19:59 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Ozempic at Banana Prices is a Threat to Buffets

The impending patent expiration of the weight-loss drug Ozempic is expected to lead to a significant increase in its availability and use, impacting various sectors like food and restaurants in Brazil.

Mar 19 • 19:40 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Stopping eating sweet foods for six months does not decrease cravings or improve some health indicators, says a new study

A new clinical trial indicates that eliminating sweet foods from the diet for six months does not reduce cravings or lead to weight loss, challenging public health recommendations.

Mar 19 • 15:06 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Mother of 5 loses 62 kg without surgery, here's the secret diet

A woman has successfully lost 62 kg while managing her responsibilities as a mother of five without resorting to surgery or weight-loss drugs.

Mar 19 • 13:11 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

How to Maintain and Care for Our Body's Health?

The article discusses personal experiences and expert opinions on maintaining a healthy body weight and overall health through proper nutrition.

Mar 19 • 10:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

New mum loses 1.7 stone in 3 months and feels like the 'best version' of herself

A new mother lost 1.7 stone in three months through personal training and a structured nutrition plan, gaining confidence in her body post-pregnancy.

Mar 19 • 09:50 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

EVERYONE WAS WRONG ⟩ Researchers found the only type of exercise that actually helps with weight loss

New research challenges the long-standing advice of "move more, eat less" by suggesting that traditional cardio exercises may not be effective for weight loss.

Mar 19 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Weight loss jabs may help anxiety and depression, study finds

A new study indicates that weight loss injections like Ozempic and Wegovy may help decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression and lower the risk of drug abuse.

Mar 19 • 06:37 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

Further Concerns Surrounding Ozempic-Type Medications. Scientists Warn of a Hidden Catch Related to Muscles

Recent studies of medications like Ozempic reveal significant weight loss may come from lean mass rather than fat, raising concerns about muscle loss.

Mar 19 • 04:59 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

A 133 kg girl lost 76 kg weight with just 2 things

A British influencer, who once weighed 133 kg, successfully lost 76 kg through lifestyle changes, and shares her journey to promote healthy weight management.

Mar 19 • 03:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

What does the study say that associates weight loss pens with the reduction of anxiety and depression

A recent study suggests that diabetes and obesity treatment pens may also help reduce anxiety and depression.

Mar 19 • 03:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

How the expiration of the Ozempic patent in India could change the global fight against obesity (and what the risks are)

The expiration of the semaglutide patent in India could lead to more affordable weight loss drugs, making them accessible to a larger population.

Mar 19 • 01:35 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

How to Stimulate the Body to Favor Weight Loss and Fat Burning

The article discusses how moderate discomfort can be beneficial for the body in terms of weight loss and longevity, as explained by Celia Cantonero.

Mar 18 • 23:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New ordinance requires hospitals and clinics in Rio Preto to report serious patient reactions to weight loss pens

A new municipal ordinance mandates that hospitals and clinics in São José do Rio Preto report severe reactions from patients using weight loss pens to the Health Secretary.

Mar 18 • 21:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Nurse arrested and weight loss medication found beside food in refrigerators of suspects in Bahia

A nurse was arrested in Bahia for illegally selling weight loss medication, which was discovered next to food in various suspects' refrigerators.

Mar 18 • 20:50 UTC

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