Body Fat: The Relevance of Size and Number of Fat Cells Size vs Number Obesity is characterized by an excess of adipose (fat) tissue, which can accumulate by 2 different mechanisms. Increase the number of fat cells – hyperplasia Increase…
Sex Differences in Fat Storage Body fat In general, women have more body fat than men. Studies looking at morbidity and mortality among adults suggest that the healthiest levels of body fat are considered to be 20-30% for women and…
GLP-1 Agonists — The New Weight Loss Drugs Another medication lauded for its potential as a weight loss drug was approved last month, called tirzepatide. It is an injectable medication, to be given once weekly, and is approved for use…
