UK imposes sugar tax on milkshakes and drinks to combat obesity
LONDON: The United Kingdom has revealed initiatives to address increasing obesity levels implementing a sugar levy, on milkshakes, pre-packaged milk drinks and various other sugary drinks. The regulation indicates that sugar content will vary from 5 grams to 4.5 grams, per 100 milliliters, in the permitted grades of non-alcoholic drinks.
Weightlifting beats running in fight against obesity, diabetes
ISLAMABAD: Weightlifting could very well be the most potent single activity to reduce body fat and to shield the organism from scary chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes, a new study by Virginia Tech reports, recently. The research involved lab rats and studied in detail the effects of resistance training
The hidden struggles: How obesity impacts mental health
ISLAMABAD: The relationship between obesity and mental health is a complex and intertwined issue. A study found recently that obesity has a significant impact on psychological well-being besides obstructing physical health. The experts also indicate the co-existence of obesity and depression. Excess weight may lead to different emotional disorders, such
Scientists identify five new genes that contribute to obesity
ISLAMABAD: A groundbreaking study has shifted the blame of obesity from solely lifestyle choices to genes, thus mending a hole in the understanding of the disease. The researchers have identified the genes that contribute to the risk of obesity, out of which five potential genes are the ones that have
