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The Ongoing Journey of Healthy Weight Loss

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There are numerous reasons why research holds significant value for us. For instance, research can lead to the development of a new therapy (such as Alexander Fleming’s discovery of penicillin), innovative concepts (like Einstein’s relativity theory), or alternative approaches (e.g., Dr. Doudna’s CRISPR gene-editing technique). The introduction of new ideas is a central aspect that underscores the importance of research. However, there are occasions when research matters not because it presents innovations, but because it reinforces older concepts that we have been hesitant to acknowledge. A recent study regarding weight gain following the cessation of tirzepatide (Zepbound) exemplifies this situation. Zepbound is an effective GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide 1) medication that assists numerous individuals in achieving significant weight reduction along with improvements in metabolic conditions (such as diabetes, fatty liver disease, and sleep apnea). In the Phase 3 clinical trial involving Zepbound, patients lost an average of over 50 pounds during a year of treatment. This degree of weight loss has yet to be matched by any non-surgical method. However, this new study posed a different inquiry:…

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In what ways can funding for education be more intelligent? Creative financing via forward-thinking collaboration

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Across the globe, the need for funding to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) greatly exceeds the available traditional aid and public funding. According to some projections, countries with lower income levels and rapid population growth are expected to see a reduction in government spending on education per person between now and 2030. The challenges affecting social sectors go beyond education: the global economy loses $3.3 trillion annually due to lost productivity from the learning crisis. This situation is exacerbated by growing social and economic disparities, increasing the demands on the education system. It is crucial to rethink how the education sector raises, organizes, and utilizes funding in collaboration with a wide array of stakeholders to guarantee that every child can access education. This principle is central to the innovative financial strategies of GPE. From its launch in 2018, the GPE Multiplier has demonstrated that this can be achieved. On one side, the Multiplier has stimulated more than US$4.7 billion in supplementary investments…

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The Key to Losing Weight

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In medical school, we were taught that controlling weight was as easy as doing math in elementary school: subtracting calories from food equals losing weight. Eat less, move more, problem solved. Therefore, why have obesity rates continued to rise, reaching 40% of Americans in 2021 and 2023? It’s because our brains evolved to resist weight loss and prefer high-calorie foods during times of scarcity. This makes today’s food environments, where shelves are filled with highly satisfying food, extremely problematic. The more we reduce our calorie intake, the more loudly our…

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Meet Project Suncatcher, a research moonshot to scale machine learning compute in space

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One fundamental technology, artificial intelligence, has the potential to assist us in addressing the greatest challenges facing humanity. Now, we want to know where we can take it to realize its full potential. Project Suncatcher, our new research moonshot to one day scale machine learning in space, is announced today. Utilizing our Tensor Processing Unit (TPU) AI chips, we are investigating how an interconnected network of solar-powered satellites, working backward from this possible future, might maximize the Sun’s power. We have begun the foundational work required to one day make…

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Why “Weight?” Start Your Weight Loss Journey With Us!

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If you’re carrying around extra pounds, you’re not alone. According to the National Institutes of Health, about 30% of adults in the United States are overweight, 42% are obese, and 9% are severely obese. Excess weight isn’t just an appearance issue. A wide range of medical conditions, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancer, can be exacerbated by putting on more weight than is healthy. Like most people, you’ve probably tried losing weight on your own or following popular diets. Sometimes, those methods work. But…

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Sleep and Menopause

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You are not alone if you wake up at 2 a.m. covered in sweat or toss and turn all night. More than just mood swings and hot flashes, many women suffer from menopausal sleep disturbances. Additionally, it may result in sleepless nights and hazy mornings. The Sleep Foundation says that up to 61% of women in the perimenopause and postmenopause have frequent problems sleeping. It can be challenging to fall asleep and stay asleep due to mood swings, night sweats, and hormonal changes. However, there are ways to get a…

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