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No calorie counting, no smaller portions: the diet change linked to weight loss

A study found that participants on a low-fat vegan diet ate about 491 fewer calories a day and lost an average of 6.4 kg in 16 weeks, without counting calories or cutting portions; so how did it work?

ynet | 08.25.26

The Slim Lebowski: John Goodman’s dramatic transformation stuns fans

The 74-year-old actor revealed he once approached 180 kilograms before cutting sugar, quitting alcohol and adopting a healthier routine, years after admitting he was unhappy with his appearance and wanted to ‘live life better’

Inbal Hananel | 08.09.26

Intermittent fasting benefits may go beyond weight loss to support brain function

Intermittent fasting is about more than the number of hours you don't eat; New research suggests that the timing of the eating window in which you eat may also be significant and help with maintaining results

ynet | 08.09.26

The hidden cost of weight-loss drugs: Muscle and bone loss

GLP-1 drugs can produce major weight loss, but experts warn that reduced appetite may also lead to muscle and bone loss, weakening strength, function and metabolism unless treatment includes adequate nutrition and regular resistance training

Eitan Gefen | 07.19.26

Menopause weight gain can be managed with the right approach

Many women gain weight in their 40s and 50s despite eating well and exercising; new research points to estrogen’s role in appetite and weight-control centers in the brain, while whole foods, strength training and aerobic activity may help reduce the risk

Dr. Irit Hochberg | 06.20.26

Weight-loss drugs may raise testosterone and improve sperm quality, early data suggest

New scientific review suggests GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro may improve reproductive health in men with obesity, but researchers stress the evidence is preliminary and not yet a basis for fertility treatment

Tzur Gueta | 06.18.26

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

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