Obesity-related genes do not prevent weight loss, says study
Many factors can influence weight loss, such as emotions, hormones, diet, living environment, physical activity, and relationships with other people.
Among these factors, genetic factors...
Weight loss may reduce risks of 8 more cancers, says study
Obesity is an important health issue in the world. It is estimated that 640 million adults in 2014 and 110 million children and teenagers...
Gene plays the primary role in BMI and obesity transmission
Obesity, which means too much body fat, is a serious health issue. Being obese can increase the risk of many diseases.
The World Health Organization...
Frequent self-weighing can control weight but may hurt self-esteem
When we lose weight successfully, we tend to weigh ourselves a lot to monitor the weight.
As a common strategy, self-weighing can help us correct...
Strong positive association between social media use and eating concerns
Eating disorders can cause abnormal eating behaviors, such as obsession with food, body weight, and body shape.
They have become an important health issue in...
People gain body weight when their partner is stressed out
Have you ever wondered how stress might affect your health?
Recent research at the University of Michigan has revealed some surprising information.
If you're part of...