Scientist debunks 6 common myths about healthy diet
Healthy eating is a big part of a healthy lifestyle, and it can help prevent many chronic health conditions, such as obesity, type 2...
5 common weight loss myths you should know
Obesity and overweight can greatly hurt our health by increasing the risk of many chronic disease, like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood...
Overweight could change heart structure and function
In a new study from the University of Bristol in the UK, researchers find that even as a young adult, being overweight may cause...
Mindset during meal planning may help you lose weight
In a new study, researchers find that a simple instruction to change people’s thinking as mealtime approaches can help cut calories.
The researchers from the...
Healthier body weight, healthier pregnancy
A healthy body weight is important for our physical and mental health.
For women who plan to get pregnant, a healthy weight is the first...
Why caffeine may not help you lose weight
A new study found that after drinking a small amount of caffeine, people eat 10% less at a breakfast buffet.
But this effect did not...
Do you lose and regain your body weight?
In a recent study, researchers find that most people lose, gain and maintain their weight and that those who lose the most weight are...
Calorie quality is as important as calorie quantity for your weight loss plan
For people who want to lose weight, restricting calories in their diet is key.
But scientists suggest that while calorie quantity is important, calorie quality...
Weight loss surgery could affect your cancer risk
A new study shows that weight loss surgery may affect a person's risk of developing cancer.
The national population-based study used data from the Hospital...
Body weight change linked to eating disorder, says recent study
Eating disorder is a mental disorder, in which people have abnormal eating habits that can affect a person’s physical and mental health.
Eating disorder has...