The most important thing is to exercise – time and type of exercise matter less – and even if there’s no effect on weight whatsoever. The best exercise is the one you can stick to.
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A new study shows that contrary to beliefs, most weight is gained when you’re young
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Is intermittent fasting more than just a way to cut caloric intake? A new study puts it to a long-term, randomized test.
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A new study finds that half of daily calories US adults consume are from from junk food, and it's hardly a surprise, given our food environment
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Slow eating is a habit associated with intake moderation and lower rates of overweight and obesity, and slow eating may also actually increase your energy spend
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Fitness trackers and other devices track caloric expenditure and other important metabolic information, but are they actually accurate?
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Considering how difficult and persistent weight loss and weight-loss maintenance can be, taking a conscious small step is an approach that can help all of us prevent further weight gain, and studies prove it works
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The new glycemic index chart lists many more foods and is more accurate, but beyond that, it teaches us is that whole plant-based foods are better, fruits and vegetables are excellent, and that lack of processing really matters.
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A new weight loss drug was approved by the FDA. Previous weight loss drugs brought high hopes and disappointments. Is Wegovy going to be different?
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There’s disturbing evidence showing a correlation between the consumption of diet drinks and the metabolic syndrome as well as type 2 diabetes, independent of obesity, and new research reported in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology looks at artificial sweeteners and heart health.
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Obesity and a poor diet are both established risk factors for a long list of chronic diseases and for early death. Obviously, it’s recommended to maintain a normal body weight and to eat a healthy diet, but if you had to choose one over the other, which is more important?
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Whether it's stress, boredom, the proximity of the fridge, the ready-for-Zoom loose clothes, food shortages, or comfort seeking, the coronavirus crisis got many of us worried about overeating
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Abdominal obesity is serious risk factor and certain food choices and lifestyle changes affect where fat is deposited
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It’s a new year, a good time to improve upon old habits, but most resolutions are hard to keep, because resolve is in short supply. Instead, I suggest picking a goal that will enhance your life and elevate your sense of wellbeing almost straightaway.
5 upgrades for 2020 that will make you feel great
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Can an old practice – which has re-emerged as the latest health and fitness trend – of giving your digestive system a rest, be the key to sustaining optimal weight and wellbeing? Time restricted eating may be your best bet for a New Year wellness resolution
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A few weeks ago WW, previously known as Weight Watchers, launched an app called Kurbo, intended to help kids (as young as 8 years old) and teens “Reach a healthy weight”. Should kids diet? What are the risks?
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Are there consequences of letting go every once in a while? Several studies address weight gain over vacations; they offer both reassurance and warnings.
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