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Fat-Fighting Chemical Holds Promise
But research on 'fatostatin' is still in early stages

New Diet Pill Doubles Weight Loss of Current Drugs
Tesofensine could replace gastric bypass surgery for some patients, researchers say

Weight-Loss Aids Bought on Internet Might Harm Your Heart
Pills, supplements have potentially dangerous ingredients, lack warning labels, study finds

Some Weight-Loss Drugs Might Disrupt Brain Growth in Kids
Cannabinoid-blocking receptors thwarted rewiring needed for neural development, mouse study shows

Hunger Hormone Makes Food Look More Tasty
Study finds those given injections of ghrelin showed activity in brain's reward centers

New Weight-Loss Drug Shows Promise in Early Study
But adverse effects include gastrointestinal problems, anxiety

Weight-Loss Drug Fights Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Surprise finding might help doctors slow, reverse damage done by drinking, researcher says

Media Might Fuel Eating Disorders
Study found teens who read weight-loss articles more likely to practice unhealthy behaviors

Liver Protein Points to Anti-Obesity Drugs
The LXR protein may tell the body to store up fat

Health Tip: Throw a Safe Holiday Party
Tips to prevent guests from driving drunk