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Weight-loss pills taking over US may soon reach Israel: what to know

Oral GLP-1 drugs may offer a needle-free alternative to obesity injections and help maintain weight loss after treatment, but experts warn they still require medical supervision, lifestyle changes and careful use

Sharon Kidon, Oren Reiss | 05.21.26

Novo Nordisk says stronger Wegovy dose helped some patients lose nearly 28% of body weight

New data presented at the European Congress on Obesity showed stronger results for 7.2 mg semaglutide than the standard Wegovy dose, while additional Novo Nordisk analyses found substantial weight loss in women across menopause stages and lower reported risks of migraine and depression

ynet | 05.12.26

Maintaining a healthy weight requires two simple habits, study reveals

It's not just about what you eat, but also when: A large study has found that the secret to a lower BMI may lie in a combination of long overnight fast and early breakfast; And it turns out that skipping breakfast doesn't provide the same benefit

ynet | 04.23.26

'People were shocked when they saw me': teen loses 113 kg after obesity struggle

After reaching 202 kg, Yaakov Tabrizi underwent surgery and lost half his body weight at the time, reversing diabetes and regaining independence after years of emotional eating and failed diets

Eitan Gefen | 03.28.26

As Americans are getting slimmer, McDonald’s adapts its menu strategy

A surge in use of GLP-1 appetite-suppressing drugs is reshaping fast food, pushing McDonald’s and rivals to test lighter, protein-rich items as customers arrive half-full and order fewer desserts, sugary drinks and large portions

News Agencies | 02.16.26

Why dates may help with weight loss, and other fun facts you didn’t know

A Tu Bishvat staple and a popular energy snack, dates have long been seen as a healthy alternative to a light meal; a dietitian explains how they support weight management and why people with diabetes can enjoy them too

Merav Mor-Ophir | 02.01.26

Want to lose weight and keep it off? Strength training is key, Israeli study finds

New Tel Aviv University research shows that resistance training leads to higher-quality weight loss, reducing fat while preserving or building muscle, unlike dieting or cardio alone, which can cause harmful muscle loss and slower metabolism

ynet | 01.29.26

This unexpected discovery could let you eat more without the guilt

A study from the University of Bristol found that people who ate whole, unprocessed foods consumed 50% more by weight, yet 330 fewer calories daily; researchers say the body’s 'nutritional intelligence' guides better choices when left undisturbed

ynet | 01.27.26

Oprah Winfrey says weight returned after quitting GLP‑1 injections: Is obesity a chronic disease?

Her podcast conversation with tennis star Serena Williams sparked a new debate about the drug; obesity expert Dr. Idit Dotan: 'They are not weight loss injections, but injections to treat obesity. When you call them by their proper name, you can understand why you can't stop taking them'

Eitan Gefen | 01.25.26

Lose weight in winter? The one rule that can make it easier

Shorter days, cold weather and comfort food make winter weight loss harder, but one simple habit, a warm, well-timed dinner, can support metabolism, reduce cravings and improve sleep

Niora Elron Marta | 01.14.26

Study triggered by unusual case at Sheba Medical Center points to rare possible link between GLP-1 weight loss drugs, vitamin B1 deficiency and a life-threatening neurological complication that may be preventable if detected early

Tzur Gueta | 01.08.26

‘Prison for fat people’: inside China’s closed military-style weight loss camps for the obese

An Australian blogger paid $1,000 to enter a walled-off weight loss camp in China, documenting 28 days of isolation, extreme workouts and strict diets in a controversial industry critics liken to prisons for the overweight

Roy Elman | 01.01.26

Forget injections: this is how you activate the satiety hormone naturally

A simple change in habits and diet can help us activate the GLP-1 hormone and regain control over our appetite; Clinical dietitian Liora Houbara explains which foods to include in your menu, and why it's important to cook with your hands

Liora Houbara | 12.13.25

Fitness trainer dies in extreme weight gain challenge, consuming 10,000 calories a day

Dmitry Nuyanzin, a 30-year-old from Russia, gained 13 kilograms in a month to promote his fitness program by gaining then losing it all; he died in his sleep this week, reportedly from cardiac arrest after a severe metabolic overload

Eitan Gefen | 12.02.25

Amy Schumer wipes her Instagram clean, says she deleted all her old photos 'for no reason'

After years of battling body image issues, endometriosis and weight loss struggles, Amy Schumer deleted all her old Instagram posts, joking she did it “for no reason” as she embraces a new chapter feeling strong and confident

ynet Global | 11.12.25

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