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Kelce Jokes Swift’s Sourdough Gave Him Weight Gain and a Chair Fallout
entertainment29 days ago

Kelce Jokes Swift’s Sourdough Gave Him Weight Gain and a Chair Fallout

On the Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce podcast, Travis Kelce joked that Taylor Swift’s homemade sourdough is behind his recent weight gain and that he even broke Swift’s chair while joking about it. He quips that the bread supports “good gut health” and swats away concerns with humor. The piece also ties in Swift’s well-known sourdough obsession and mentions the couple’s engagement and wedding plans, including beer for the reception.

Blocking SCoR2 Could Halt Fat Production and Lower Cholesterol
science-health1 month ago

Blocking SCoR2 Could Halt Fat Production and Lower Cholesterol

A Cleveland team identified SCoR2, an enzyme that removes nitric oxide from proteins controlling fat storage and production. In mice, inhibiting SCoR2 prevented weight gain, reduced liver damage, and lowered cholesterol, suggesting a first‑in‑class drug could treat obesity and cardiovascular disease, with clinical trials anticipated in about 18 months.

Persistent Belly Fat: The Sure Sign Your Cortisol Is Elevated
health1 month ago

Persistent Belly Fat: The Sure Sign Your Cortisol Is Elevated

Doctors note that the number-one sign of chronically elevated cortisol is unexplained belly fat from visceral fat, which can occur even without changes to diet or exercise; cortisol levels can rise due to stress, illness, sleep deprivation, pregnancy, inflammation, and certain foods or medications, so consult a physician if you notice persistent abdominal weight gain accompanied by other health changes.

Five Surprising Signs Your Cortisol Is Running High
health1 month ago

Five Surprising Signs Your Cortisol Is Running High

Chronic elevation of cortisol—the body's stress hormone—can show up beyond the obvious symptoms. Look for abdominal/visceral weight gain, muscle weakness, high blood pressure, poor sleep, and facial puffiness. Causes include ongoing stress, Cushing's syndrome, illness, sleep deprivation, pregnancy, and certain medications or supplements. Since cortisol levels can fluctuate and diagnoses can be tricky, consult a doctor if you notice persistent symptoms or notable health changes.

Unmasking Cortisol: 5 Unexpected Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
health1 month ago

Unmasking Cortisol: 5 Unexpected Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Doctors describe five surprising signs of high cortisol: weight gain around the midsection, muscle weakness, high blood pressure, poor sleep, and facial puffiness. The piece explains how chronic stress and other factors can raise cortisol, outlines possible causes (including Cushing’s syndrome), and suggests seeing a doctor to evaluate cortisol levels if these symptoms appear.

Scientists Explain Why College Students Often Gain the 'Freshman 15'
health3 months ago

Scientists Explain Why College Students Often Gain the 'Freshman 15'

A study from George Mason University found that college students tend to eat more in social and formal dining settings, often underestimating their food intake, which contributes to the common 'Freshman 15' weight gain phenomenon. The research highlights the influence of environment, social context, and perception on dietary habits, emphasizing the need for digital tools in dietary assessment.

Savannah Chrisley Opens Up About Liposuction Following Weight Gain and Health Challenges
entertainment7 months ago

Savannah Chrisley Opens Up About Liposuction Following Weight Gain and Health Challenges

Savannah Chrisley revealed on her podcast that she underwent liposuction after gaining 40 pounds in three months due to health issues, including endometriosis, and expressed that the procedure helped her feel like a different person and motivated her to pursue a healthier lifestyle. She also discussed her recent nose job and the challenges of sharing her surgeries due to fear of judgment.