Talk about the ups and downs of dieting. Yo-yo dieting, a common pattern where people restrict calories to lose weight, then slip back into old eating habits before starting the cycle over again, has often been linked to more weight gain. But new research has turned the belief that this much-criticized diet habit is bad … Read more
An American content creator who relocated to Portugal was surprised to discover several simple lifestyle “quirks” that helped her lose 20 pounds. When Richa Prasad, 39, moved from Seattle to Portugal two years ago, she found that her consumption habits clashed with local traditions. “I’d walk around with a drink in hand, sometimes even having my … Read more
Your friends and family will likely applaud your substantial weight loss — but your cells may resist change. New research finds that obesity can trigger genetic modifications within fat cells that allow the cells to store “memories” of being overweight in their nucleus and make it easier for the body to regain pounds. “We’ve found … Read more
Experts are warning that diets that aren’t “medically necessary” can “cause people real harm” and spur a “lifelong struggle” with their weight. A study, published in the journal Qualitative Health Research, found that yo-yo dieting or weight cycling can have long-lasting negative effects on dieters. “Ultimately, this study tells us that weight cycling is a negative … Read more
Experts have issued a warning about a common mistake some people make when eating chia seeds. The antioxidant-rich superfood is known to improve digestion and ease constipation – but, if consumed without liquid, can form “a concrete-like mass in your digestive tract”, which can lead to them getting stuck. Numerous videos suggesting eating and drinking … Read more
A new survey has revealed a majority of Americans are dreading what their favorite holiday foods and drinks will do to their gut. The poll of 2,000 US adults found 72% of people look forward to the food around the holiday season, but 65% admit this is the worst time of year for their diet. … Read more
Never mind Ferraris, Harley-Davidsons and speed boats. The new midlife crisis for celebrity men is all about drastic dieting, psychedelic drugs and woo-woo wellness. Take buff Coldplay frontman Chris Martin — the ex-husband of Gwyneth Paltrow and current squeeze of actress Dakota Johnson — who, at 46, has revealed he only eats one meal a … Read more
Researchers are closer to developing a drug that could one day rival celebrity-touted Ozempic, as initial experiments showed that the medication could both prevent weight gain and promote weight loss. Scientists from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, tested the “game-changing” drug, called CPACC, on mice. Led by Dr. Madesh Muniswamy, … Read more
When it comes to losing excess fat, it’s a given that dieting can help you burn off those extra pounds. However, while eating less can help you get a fitter body, many people find the process of counting calories and depriving themselves of their favorite foods taxing and, as such, find it hard to stick … Read more