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News Press Release Aug 02, 24

Study finds two thirds of women of normal BMI have ‘normal weight obesity’

Research at ICO2024 reveals 67% of Brazilian women with normal BMI have 'normal weight obesity,' with high body fat.

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News Press Release Aug 02, 24

Polyagonists - the future of obesity treatment

At ICO2024, Prof. le Roux highlights the promising future of obesity treatment with new polyagonist drugs.

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News Press Release Aug 02, 24

Not just weight loss, but optimal body composition and function should be our target

At ICO2024, Prof. Donna Ryan emphasises optimal body composition over ideal weight as the goal.

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News Jul 31, 24

Welcoming new Trustees to our Board leadership!

We are excited to announce new Trustees to our Board leadership following our Annual General Meeting on 17 July 2024.

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News SCOPE Jul 31, 24

SCOPE School São Paulo: Collaborative approaches to address obesity

SCOPE School in São Paulo, Brazil, was a significant event focused on addressing the global obesity epidemic.

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News Jul 29, 24

Obesity Reviews article highlights transcendental meditation’s role in cardiometabolic health

New study highlights the promising role of TM in the prevention and treatment of cardiometabolic diseases.

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News Jul 12, 24

Professor Carlos Monteiro recognised with prestigious William Philip T James Award

Carlos Monteiro was honoured at ICO2024 for his pioneering work on ultra-processed foods & NOVA classification system.

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News Press Release Jul 05, 24

Exercise snacks – a simple and effective way to avoid doing nothing?

Experts suggest "exercise snacks" -brief, intense activity bursts- could reduce sedentary time and improve fitness.

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News Press Release Jul 05, 24

The perils and opportunities of social media in accessing information on obesity

Dr Bruno Halpern explored the benefits and perils of social media in a speech at ICO2024.

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