Online influencers blamed for rise of rogue weight-loss drug market

TikTok fitness stars are at the centre of a growing underground trade…

Skin problems could be early warning sign of serious mental health risks in those with psychosis

People treated for psychosis who experienced skin conditions were more likely to…

Scientists redefine term obese with up to 60% more adults now at risk

A major rethink of how obesity is measured could mean up to…

Diabetes management among older people can be improved by digital apps

Older adults living with diabetes can better manage their condition by using…

Calorie labelling reduced average kcal of meals away from home by 2%

The introduction of calorie labelling has resulted in a small reduction in…

People with chronic pain comfort eat for moments of pleasure

More than two in three people who live with chronic pain reach…

New gene identified in type 2 diabetes progression

Scientists have identified how a gene drives cell dysfunction seen in people…

Vitamin D2 may impair the more efficient virus-busting vitamin D3

People who take a vitamin D2 supplement may inadvertently be lowering their…

Demonising all ultra-processed food oversimplifies the issue, say experts who found perception of food plays a part in overeating

Authors of a study around food perception say that labelling ultra-processed food…

Type 2 diabetes diagnoses among Black and Asian men delayed due to hidden genetic risk

A hidden genetic variant found in Black and Asian men could cause…