The 'battle of the bulge' continues as part of human programming ... genetics and compulsive emotional overeating the influencer in most cases.

We've all become experts in the field of dieting and exercise having tried any number of diets through the years. Nutritionists, endocrinologists, and therapists are often helpful in patient's understanding what works.

Everyone's body is different as is their nutritional needs based on age and health factors. What was works for some doesn't necessarily work for everyone so dieting becomes trial and error.

There are people with a high metabolic rate who are able to eat whatever they want - spending most of their lives at the same weight give or take. They seem to be the lucky ones because they're usually healthy. But they are not the norm.

Dieting and pharmaceuticals continue to be a lucrative industry. Today weight loss drugs such as Ozempic take center stage and seem to be successful for many people - as doctors monitor side and long term effects.

Stanford scientists discover 'natural Ozempic' without side effects   Science Daily - April 13, 2026

Scientists have uncovered a tiny molecule that curbs appetite like Ozempic but may avoid its side effects. Early tests show it can drive fat loss and improve metabolism by acting directly on the brain.

New Study Reveals Why Ozempic Works Better for Some People Than Others   SciTech Daily - April 8, 2026

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are widely used to manage diabetes and promote weight loss, but their effectiveness may depend on why people overeat. A year-long study suggests that individuals driven by external food cues respond better than those whose eating is tied to emotions, hinting that behavioral patterns could shape treatment outcomes.

Even Failed Diets May Deliver Long-Term Health Gains, Study Finds   SciTech Daily - April 7, 2026

Repeated cycles of weight loss and regain may leave behind lasting metabolic benefits. A new study suggests that the much-criticized cycle of yo-yo dieting may not be as harmful as once thought. In fact, repeated attempts at weight loss could leave behind lasting improvements in metabolic health, even when the weight eventually returns.

Scientists discover hidden brain switch that tells you to stop eating   Science Daily - April 7, 2026

A surprising new discovery reveals that your brain may rely on more than just neurons to decide when you're full. Your brain's 'stop eating' signal may come from an unexpected source. Researchers found that astrocytes once thought to just support neurons actually play a key role in controlling appetite. After a meal, glucose triggers tanycytes, which send signals to astrocytes that then activate fullness neurons. This newly discovered pathway could lead to innovative treatments for obesity and eating disorders.

FDA Approves New Weight-Loss Pill That Can Be Taken Any Time of Day - Orforglipron   Science Alert - April 2, 2026

Federal regulators on Wednesday approved Eli Lilly's new weight-loss pill, a second daily oral medication to treat obesity and other weight-related conditions. The Food and Drug Administration granted expedited approval to orforglipron, a GLP-1 drug that works like widely used injectable medications to mimic a natural hormone that controls appetite and feelings of fullness.

Cutting less sweet food doesn't make people crave it any less or improve their health markers.   Science Daily - March 19, 2026

The real culprit, researchers say, is sugar and high-calorie intake - not sweetness itself.

Intermittent calorie restriction leads to significant changes both in the gut and the brain, which may open up new options for maintaining a healthy weight   Science Alert - November 21, 2024