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Late-Night Sleepers Face 50% Higher Diabetes Risk

Staying up late is associated with nearly a 50% higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes compared to those who sleep earlier. This habit is also linked to higher body mass index (BMI), larger waist circumference, and increased visceral and liver fat, which are known to contribute to metabolic problems....

Research Indicates Weight Loss Surgery More Effective in Controlling Hypertension Rates

A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that among obese individuals with uncontrolled high blood pressure, bariatric surgery is more effective at lowering hypertension rates than blood pressure medication. Compared to individuals who only took antihypertensive medications, those who underwent bariatric surgery had lower...

Research: Weight loss surgery is more effective in reducing hypertension rates

A new study showing that bariatric surgery is superior to blood pressure medication alone in reducing hypertension rates—high blood pressure—in patients with obesity and uncontrolled hypertension. The study was published today in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. In comparison to individuals who only took antihypertensive medications, those...