cardiovascular health

Study links xylitol to higher heart attack, stroke risk

A common sugar substitute found in sugar-free chewing gum, mints, toothpaste, and low-calorie foods has been linked to a higher risk of heart attack, stroke, and death in a large-scale study presented at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress…

Wegovy is only obesity drug linked to reduced death risk, BMJ analysis finds

A comprehensive analysis published in The BMJ on July 8 found that subcutaneous semaglutide — marketed as Wegovy — is the only obesity drug associated with reduced risks of death, heart attack, and heart failure, reinforcing Novo Nordisk's position in…