Eating fewer calories can extend lifespan — but there’s a catch

Eating fewer calories can extend lifespan — but there’s a catch

Who moved their cheese? A pivotal new study that subjected mice to a variety of diets found that genetic factors had a far greater effect on their lifespan than eating habits. “If you want to live a long time, there are things you can control within your lifetime such as diet, but really what you … Read more

I’m a weight loss coach — here are 5 sacrifices I made to drop 160 pounds

I’m a weight loss coach — here are 5 sacrifices I made to drop 160 pounds

These five helped her thrive. Wisconsin weight loss coach Amber Clemens is revealing the five “realistic sacrifices” she made to drop 160 pounds from 2018 to 2020 — and keep it off. In a TikTok this week, Clemens credited her success to preparing meals at home, switching to zero-sugar beverages, relying on pre-portioned snacks, counting desserts in her … Read more

Want to burn calories fast? Give the elevator a break and climb some stairs

Want to burn calories fast? Give the elevator a break and climb some stairs

If you’re trying to lose weight and want a new way to do it, stair-climbing as a regular exercise — or just adding a few flights a day — might be for you. It’s accessible, and research shows it’s more effective than walking on level ground. “Overall, it is a fact that stair-climbing gets you … Read more

I’m a longevity doctor — prioritize these 3 things for a long, healthy life

I’m a longevity doctor — prioritize these 3 things for a long, healthy life

If she could turn back time, here’s what she would do. Dr. Florence Comite, a Manhattan precision medicine doctor who specializes in boosting lifespan, is revealing the Top 3 healthy habits she wished she had prioritized in her 20s to stem the tide of aging. In a new interview with MindBodyGreen, Comite advises getting sufficient deep … Read more

I only ate sardines for 3 months — I was shocked by the results

I only ate sardines for 3 months — I was shocked by the results

It didn’t take her long to get hooked. A 62-year-old retired military therapist struggling with extreme foot pain, inflammation and food addiction claims she lost 35 pounds by eating only sardines for more than three months. “People think I’m absolutely nuts,” Jane Crummett told Florida physician Annette Bosworth, known as “Dr. Boz,” last month. Jane … Read more

I’m a dietitian — avoid these 5 bad habits while trying to lose weight

I’m a dietitian — avoid these 5 bad habits while trying to lose weight

It’s time to scale up your weight loss journey. Registered dietitian Courtney Kassis is sharing five bad habits to ditch while trying to drop pounds. “I’m not gonna lie, these are going to surprise you,” she teased to her 424,600 TikTok followers in a clip last week. Kassis advises against skipping social events, adopting a … Read more

I’m a dietitian — here’s how you can enjoy ultra-processed foods without guilt

I’m a dietitian — here’s how you can enjoy ultra-processed foods without guilt

In the wake of new research confirming the link between ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and the development of Type 2 diabetes, a dietitian is sharing how to safely incorporate guilty pleasures into a balanced diet. The latest study, published this week in The Lancet Regional Health—Europe, analyzed the UPF consumption of nearly 312,000 people from eight European countries. … Read more

I’m a weight loss coach — do these 5 things and drop 15 pounds by 2025

I’m a weight loss coach — do these 5 things and drop 15 pounds by 2025

Step on it! Wisconsin weight loss coach Amber Clemens is sharing the five steps you should take to lose 15 pounds by the end of the year — burn more calories than you eat, set a daily step goal, reduce calories from beverages, commit to 30 minutes of joyful exercise four times a week and … Read more

These 4 ultra-processed foods can raise your diabetes risk more than others: study

These 4 ultra-processed foods can raise your diabetes risk more than others: study

Ultra-processed foods have long held a bad reputation for having lots of calories, sugar, fat and salt — now, UK researchers have identified the four types most likely to lead to Type 2 diabetes. The highest-risk UPFs are savory snacks, animal-based products such as processed meats, ready-to-eat meals and beverages sweetened by sugar or an … Read more

The most unhealthy fast-food menu items revealed — and the worst has 980 calories

The most unhealthy fast-food menu items revealed — and the worst has 980 calories

Don’t go bacon your heart. Cheeseburgers are a beloved food to many, but some cheeseburgers are better for your health than others. A new analysis from telehealth medical provider PlushCare has revealed the most unhealthy cheeseburgers from 16 fast-food chains. PlushCare has revealed the most unhealthy cheeseburgers from 16 fast-food chains. Irati – stock.adobe.com The … Read more

Classic snack combo can increase your caloric intake by 77%: ‘Striking’

Classic snack combo can increase your caloric intake by 77%: ‘Striking’

Holy guacamole! Researchers at Penn State University have discovered a disastrous link between dips and caloric intake. They found that snackers consume 77% more calories when eating chips served with dip than just chips alone — plus they eat the chips faster. Research suggests dipping chips encourages extra calories. Drazen – stock.adobe.com “The most striking … Read more

I lost 150 pounds on my own — these are my 4 weight loss secrets

I lost 150 pounds on my own — these are my 4 weight loss secrets

No matter how you slice it, Jose Matos’s diet was a mess. The father of two often gravitated to salty, frozen and processed foods, typically eating three burgers, large fries and a giant soda for one meal. Pizza rolls were his “biggest downfall” — he could polish off a bag in one sitting. He estimated … Read more

I’m a doctor who was overweight — these 5 weight loss tricks helped me shed the pounds for good

I’m a doctor who was overweight — these 5 weight loss tricks helped me shed the pounds for good

He’s shedding light on how to lose weight — and keep it off. Dr. Tommy Martin said he grew up overweight thanks to unhealthy eating habits, tipping the scale at 230 pounds at his heaviest. He tried overly restrictive diets and intense workouts but it wasn’t until he changed his mindset and goals about a decade … Read more

Beware these 2 common, ultra-processed foods that can raise the risk of heart disease: Harvard study

Beware these 2 common, ultra-processed foods that can raise the risk of heart disease: Harvard study

No sugarcoating this news. Consuming sugary or artificially sweetened drinks and processed meats may raise your risk of heart disease, according to a Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health study published this week in The Lancet. The researchers tracked the ultra-processed food (UPF) intake of more than 200,000 health professionals and followed up with … Read more

‘Cardio drumming’ is the hot, new exercise trend to purge your daily anger and frustration

‘Cardio drumming’ is the hot, new exercise trend to purge your daily anger and frustration

Try to beat this workout. “Cardio drumming” is all the rage — you place an exercise ball in a bucket and whack it with drumsticks to the beat of a song to burn calories, relieve stress, strengthen bones and foster community. It’s a hit on TikTok, where one recent clip of a group of women … Read more

I’m a personal trainer — these are the 6 simplest and most effective exercises to burn calories

I’m a personal trainer — these are the 6 simplest and most effective exercises to burn calories

One fitness expert has worked out the perfect exercises to include in your routine if you need to shed a few unwanted pounds. Personal trainer Sam Quinn, of Nuffield Health, told The Telegraph that adults must be in a 500-calorie deficit from their maintenance calorie consumption in order to lose weight. While the amount of … Read more

I lost 159 pounds in 2 years without medication or surgery — here’s how I did it

I lost 159 pounds in 2 years without medication or surgery — here’s how I did it

Maria Kirkeland has learned to count on her weight loss method. The 37-year-old Norwegian woman says she lost 159 pounds in two years, never once feeling hungry thanks to two key hacks. In 2022, Kirkeland’s decades-long cycle of bingeing and restricting had left her heavier than ever. A cycle of restriction and bingeing left Kirkeland … Read more

I’m a stomach doctor — this is a big breakfast mistake my patients often make

I’m a stomach doctor — this is a big breakfast mistake my patients often make

This news is bananas. Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a California gastroenterologist, is revealing three surprising reasons why bananas should be cut from your fruit smoothie recipes. “I commonly see my patients make this mistake,” Sethi shared in a TikTok this week. “Adding bananas to your smoothies might be doing more harm than good.” Bananas can contain … Read more

Popular sugar substitute linked to increased risk of heart attack, stroke

Popular sugar substitute linked to increased risk of heart attack, stroke

They’ve soured on this sugar substitute. Consuming foods that contain erythritol, a popular artificial sweetener and common ingredient in keto diet products, increases the risk of heart attack and stroke, a new Cleveland Clinic study warns. Erythritol makes platelets in the blood more active, which may lead to blood clots, researchers explained Thursday in the … Read more

I’m a weight loss coach — here’s how I lost 100 pounds and kept it off

I’m a weight loss coach — here’s how I lost 100 pounds and kept it off

She’s keeping it 100 by revealing the sacrifices she made to drop 100 pounds — and keep it off for 17 years. Tameika Gentles, who describes herself as a holistic weight loss coach, says she weighed 230 pounds in her 20s thanks to yo-yo dieting. She wasn’t able to enjoy theme park rides and struggled … Read more