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To Manage Blood Sugar, Protect Your Muscle: Why This One Habit Erases Glucose Spikes

To Manage Blood Sugar, Protect Your Muscle: Why This One Habit Erases Glucose Spikes

Effective blood sugar management is a complex interplay of muscle mass, visceral fat, physical activity, and nutrition.
Beyond the Badge: Why a 'Team' Matters More Than a Certification in Severe Obesity Surgery

Beyond the Badge: Why a 'Team' Matters More Than a Certification in Severe Obesity Surgery

More than 10 years have passed since the tragic death of the late singer Shin Hae-chul. Since 2019, when surgery for severe obesity became covered by...
The Hidden Link Between Blood Sugar Spikes and Belly Fat

The Hidden Link Between Blood Sugar Spikes and Belly Fat

Obesity researchers have shifted their focus from general body weight to a more specific and dangerous culprit:...
Kidney Cancer Risk in Women Over 50: The Hidden Link to Obesity and Hypertension

Kidney Cancer Risk in Women Over 50: The Hidden Link to Obesity and Hypertension

The kidneys, a pair of bean-shaped organs located on either side of the spine, serve as the body’s essential filtration...
The Hidden Cost of a Daily Drink: Why Even Moderate Alcohol May Build Visceral Fat

The Hidden Cost of a Daily Drink: Why Even Moderate Alcohol May Build Visceral Fat

The long-standing belief that "one drink a day" is harmless—or even beneficial—is facing new scientific scrutiny.
A Supporting Cast for Parents: Chairman Jeong Seong-gwan on Raising Healthy, Happy Children

A Supporting Cast for Parents: Chairman Jeong Seong-gwan on Raising Healthy, Happy Children

Raising a child is a journey of rewarding milestones, but for many parents—especially those starting out—it can be a...
Studying Hard in the City: All Day Project’s Annie and the Energy Drink Dilemma

Studying Hard in the City: All Day Project’s Annie and the Energy Drink Dilemma

Annie (Moon Seo-yoon, 24), a member of the mixed group All Day Project and granddaughter of Shinsegae’s Chairman Lee...
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Are Your "Love Handles" Growing? The Critical Habit Shifts You Need to Stop Visceral Fat

Belly fat, or abdominal obesity, is far more than an aesthetic issue. It is a major driver of chronic conditions,...
The Small Pancreas Dilemma: Why Koreans Are More Vulnerable to Western Diets

The Small Pancreas Dilemma: Why Koreans Are More Vulnerable to Western Diets

Insulin, the vital hormone that regulates blood sugar, is produced by the beta ($\beta$) cells of the pancreas.
The 48-Hour Window: Why Regular Movement Is the Ultimate Cure for Blood Sugar Spikes

The 48-Hour Window: Why Regular Movement Is the Ultimate Cure for Blood Sugar Spikes

The "blood sugar diet" is currently a major health trend. Even for those who are not diabetic or pre-diabetic, managing...