The demand for drug therapies for obesity is on the rise. New drugs with efficacy rivaling bariatric surgery, with only minor tolerability issues, have replaced older drugs burdened with significant cardiovascular side effects and mediocre efficacy. The approval of Novo Nordisks’ NVO GLP-1 agonist Wegovy in 2021 led to increased demand for the active ingredient … Read more
At an early age, Black children are indoctrinated with the mantra of being twice as good at getting half of what they have. It’s in the air we breathe, in the water we drink, in the handprint on our souls. Though I don’t recall being specifically told I had to be twice as good as … Read more
If you’ve ever tried to lose weight, there’s a good chance you’ve been told that it all boils down to a simple “calories in, calories out” formula: Burn more calories than you consume, and the pounds will disappear. And it’s easy to see the appeal of breaking down weight loss into simple calculations, just follow … Read more
Whether you’re looking for the perfect Father’s Day gift to secure a spot at the top of Dad’s favorite (grown up) kids list, or have fitness on the brain this summer, Amazon’s sale on Bowflex Adjustable Dumbbells Select Tech is heavy on savings. It’s rated 4.8 stars by Amazon reviewers who love how this set … Read more
People should be told in advance how much they will be charged for medical services. So why do so many Americans get sticker shock when the bill arrives? The main problem is that US healthcare markets are highly concentrated. This limits consumer choice, as well as competition between plans and providers. Thankfully, policies to promote … Read more
More than one in 10 adults in the United States over the age of 65 are said to have dementia, known to be a devastating disease. Here are the most common signs people should look for More than one in 10 US adults over the age of 65 are said to have dementia(Getty Images/iStockphoto) Dementia … Read more
Claire Zulkey, a 44-year-old freelance writer from the Chicago area, has a well-established morning routine: She takes her kids to school, turns the television into a favorite show, and moves in with a full-body workout. Once completed, Zulkey showers and gets to work. More from Fortuna: 5 Side Hustles You Can Make Over $20,000 A … Read more
Inge Poelman/Unsplash Spring is well underway, so it’s time to put away the hearty, hearty winter meals and resurrect all things fresh, green, and vibrant. Spring means picnics in flower gardens, with fresh vegetables full of life and sunshine. One of our favorite vegetables is asparagus. When done right, this little weirdo from the plant … Read more
