Written by Alexandria Nyembwe, PhD, MBA, RN | Reviewed by Katie E. Golden, MD Published on January 13, 2025print_outlinedemail_outlined Key takeaways: Table of contents Low iron & weight Anemia & weight Iron & weight loss Symptoms FAQs Bottom line References Artfully79/iStock via Getty Images Plus Have you ever wondered if your iron levels could be affecting your weight?...
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Study implicates another gene in the brain that causes weight gain
by UT Southwestern Medical Center Expression of MC4R and identified TFs in human hypothalamic neurons. Credit: Science Translational Medicine (2025). DOI: 10.1126/scitranslmed.adr6459 Mutations in a gene called OTP cause obesity by controlling the output of another gene already targeted by an anti-obesity drug, a study led by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers shows. The findings, reported in Science Translational Medicine, could...
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8 Types of Medications That Can Cause Weight Gain, and What You Can Do About It
Written by Christina Aungst, PharmD | Reviewed by Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBS Updated on January 31, 2023 Key takeaways: Some commonly prescribed medications can cause weight gain. Both prescription and over-the-counter medications have been linked to this side effect.Certain diabetes medications, antidepressants, and antipsychotics are medications that can cause weight gain. Antihistamines, some hormonal birth...
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Eight Common Antidepressants Ranked by Weight Gain Potential
Medscape Medical News Eve Bender July 02, 2024 Eight commonly used antidepressants have been ranked by their weight gain potential. Results of a large observational study showed small differences in short- and long-term weight change in patients prescribed one of eight antidepressants, with bupropion associated with the lowest weight gain and escitalopram, paroxetine, and duloxetine...
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How does a ketogenic diet stave off weight gain?
A new study in mice and humans pinpoints a mechanism through which keto diets protect against weight gain. Image credit: Alba Vitta/Stocksy.Ketogenic diets support short-term weight loss, but the precise mechanisms behind metabolic changes are still unknown.New research in mice and humans suggests the ketogenic diet may protect against obesity by increasing specific bile acids...
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Diabetes drug may significantly lower women’s risk of substantial weight gain after giving up smoking
by British Medical Journal Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain The diabetes drug dulaglutide (Trulicity) may significantly lower a woman’s risk of substantial weight gain after she has given up smoking, finds a secondary analysis of clinical trial data, published in the open access journal BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health. Women seem to be five times as likely...
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Can Fructose Lead To Weight Gain? Here Are Other Downsides Of Consuming Fructose
Here we list the negative impacts of consuming fructose and how it can lead to other health issues besides weight gain. Manya Singh It’s important to note that fructose found naturally in whole fruits is generally not a concern Fructose is a naturally occurring sugar found in fruits, honey, and some vegetables. It is also...
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Add the Cream, Hold the Sugar: New Study Finds Link Between Coffee Preferences and Weight Gain
Chris Malone Méndez Sun, October 29, 2023 Frank Lee/Getty Images Many people can’t function properly without their morning caffeine fix. While your daily cup of joe may help jumpstart your energy, depending on how you order, it might also be hindering your weight loss goals. A recent study published in The American Journal of Clinical...
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Study finds metformin can help manage weight gain side effect of bipolar medications
by Tim Tedeschi, University of Cincinnati Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A new large-scale study led by researchers at the University of Cincinnati and Northwell Health, New York’s largest health care provider, found the drug metformin can help prevent or reduce weight gain in youth taking medication to treat bipolar disorder. The collaborative team presented its findings...
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8 Types of Medications That Can Cause Weight Gain, and What You Can Do About It
Written by Christina Aungst, PharmD | Reviewed by Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBS Updated on January 31, 2023 Key takeaways: Some commonly prescribed medications can cause weight gain. Both prescription and over-the-counter medications have been linked to this side effect. Certain diabetes medications, antidepressants, and antipsychotics are medications that can cause weight gain. Antihistamines, some hormonal...