Genetics and Weight Loss: Why It's Harder for Some
Cambridge scientist Dr Giles Yeo explains how over 1,000 genes influence appetite and weight. Discover why willpower isn't the full story and what you can control.
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Mutated 'Hunger Gene' Blocks Weight Loss, Expert Says
A Cambridge professor reveals a common gene mutation makes people feel constantly hungry, hindering weight loss. Discover the science and why new drugs offer hope.
Science Explains Why Losing Weight Is Harder for Some
Cambridge scientist Dr Giles Yeo reveals how over 1,000 genes influence appetite and weight loss. Discover why willpower isn't the full story and what you can control.
UK bans unhealthy food ads to tackle childhood obesity
A landmark UK ban on TV and online ads for HFSS foods like sugary cereals and pizza is now in force. The government says it will prevent 20,000 childhood obesity cases. Read the full story.
World's most obese man dies aged 41 in Mexico
Juan Pedro Franco, once weighing 92 stone, has died from a kidney infection in Mexico aged 41. Read the full story on his health struggles and global obesity crisis.
Hunter-Gatherer DNA Linked to Living to 100, Study Finds
New research suggests the genetic legacy of ancient hunter-gatherers may be a key factor in exceptional human longevity. Discover the fascinating link to our prehistoric past.
Pregnancy diet smell linked to child obesity risk
New research suggests the smell of fatty foods like bacon during pregnancy could predispose children to obesity. Learn about the study's findings and the implications for maternal nutrition.
Epstein's DNA obsession revealed in 18,000 emails
Jeffrey Epstein's disturbing plan to seed humanity with his DNA revealed through 18,000 emails showing his extensive book purchases on genetics and eugenics before his death.
Ancient Woolly Mammoth RNA Reveals Ice Age Secrets
Scientists decode 39,000-year-old RNA from a woolly mammoth, revealing its final moments. Discover how this breakthrough reshapes our understanding of prehistoric life.
Ancient mammoth RNA breakthrough could aid de-extinction
Scientists extract world's oldest RNA from 40,000-year-old woolly mammoth, revealing new biological insights that could help bring extinct species back to life. Discover how this breakthrough transforms our understanding of prehistoric genetics.
West Midlands tops UK childhood obesity chart
New NHS data exposes a growing health crisis as West Midlands records highest childhood obesity rates in England, with nearly 1 in 3 Year 6 children clinically obese.
UK Food Labels Failing in Obesity Fight, Study Reveals
Groundbreaking research exposes how current food labelling systems are failing British consumers and contributing to rising obesity rates across the UK.
Masked raiders detonate explosive at Harvard Medical School
Shocking security breach at prestigious Harvard Medical School as masked intruders detonate explosive device in genetics laboratory, triggering major police investigation and campus lockdown.
Harvard Medical School explosion: Two arrested
Two individuals face serious charges after an explosive device detonated at Harvard Medical School's genetics building, sparking a major terrorism investigation and campus lockdown.
England's Obesity Crisis Worsens: New Data Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals England's escalating obesity epidemic with stark regional disparities and concerning patterns emerging across different demographic groups.
Lifestyle cuts genetic obesity risk by half
New research shows that healthy lifestyle choices can reduce the genetic risk of obesity by more than half, offering hope for those predisposed to weight gain.
US Obesity Rates Hit Record High Amid New Drug Hope
New CDC data reveals American obesity rates have hit unprecedented levels, while revolutionary GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Zepbound show promising results in combating the epidemic.
NHS forced to choose: Obesity crisis vs routine care
Exclusive analysis reveals how Britain's growing obesity epidemic is pushing the NHS toward an impossible choice between routine care and weight-related treatments as waiting lists hit record highs.
Human Evolution Accelerates in Unprecedented Ways
Groundbreaking research reveals humans are evolving in ways never seen before, with natural selection actively shaping our genomes and removing harmful mutations at an accelerating pace.
Child intelligence genes linked to longer lifespan
Groundbreaking UK research reveals children with genes for higher intelligence tend to live longer, healthier lives. Discover the fascinating connection between cognitive inheritance and longevity.
Obesity linked to 32 cancer types in shock study
Groundbreaking research from Lund University shows obesity significantly increases risk for numerous cancers including leukaemia, thyroid and breast cancer, with UK health experts calling for urgent action.
Obesity fuels 53% cancer surge in older adults
Groundbreaking research exposes how obesity has become the primary driver behind rising cancer rates in older adults, with stark warnings for UK healthcare systems.
Australia's Obesity Crisis: Fattest Suburbs Revealed
Groundbreaking research exposes Australia's alarming obesity divide, with detailed analysis revealing which suburbs are winning and losing the battle of the bulge.
Obesity Crisis: 22 US States Hit Record Highs
New data reveals America's obesity epidemic has worsened dramatically, with 22 states reaching unprecedented levels. Health experts warn of severe consequences for healthcare systems and national wellbeing.
Genetic testing breakthrough for myeloma treatment
Groundbreaking research reveals how genetic testing could transform treatment for deadly blood cancer multiple myeloma, offering personalised therapy approaches.
Roman DNA discovery rewrites New Orleans history
Groundbreaking genetic research uncovers surprising Roman and Latin heritage in New Orleans residents, challenging conventional understanding of the city's European roots.
Women genetically more vulnerable to depression - study
Groundbreaking research uncovers significant genetic differences that make women more vulnerable to depression, challenging long-held assumptions about mental health gender disparities.
Hollywood Star's Son Stuns as Perfect Lookalike
A Hollywood A-lister's teenage son is turning heads with his striking likeness to his famous parent, showcasing genetics that appear to defy conventional family evolution.
Ancient DNA Rewrites Human Migration From Africa
Revolutionary genetic research uncovers Arabia's pivotal role in early human migration out of Africa, challenging long-held theories about our ancestors' journey across the globe.
DNA testing catches irresponsible dog owners in London flats
Exclusive: Luxury London apartments are using DNA testing to identify dogs responsible for pavement poo, with offenders facing hefty fines in revolutionary pet management scheme.
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