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Grapefruit derivative ‘prevents obesity’

Washington, July 14 (ANI): A new study on mice, conducted by University of Western Ontario researchers, has shown that grapefruit contains a substance that’s a natural fat fighter. Derived from citrus fruit, particularly grapefruit, the substance has shown it can reduce weight gain and fatty particles in the body, Murray Huff of UWO’s Robarts Research Institute said. The substance, a flavonoid... 

New drug to help Type 2 diabetics lose weight being launched in UK

London, July 7 (ANI): A new revolutionary drug, called Victoza, for diabetes patients is being launched in Britain. The drug, also known as Liraglutide, can help bring down weight by making users feel “full” for longer period of time, as well as slowing down the rate at which the stomach empties. Victoza is for Type 2 diabetes sufferers, majority of whom are overweight or obese, and needs... 
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