The world’s fattest countries have been revealed in a new interactive map. The map, published by Our World in Data, uses data compiled from figures from 195 countries around the world and shows the huge divide in obesity rates. The figures come from the NCD Risk Factor Collaboration, which recorded worldwide trends between 1975 and … Read more
A weight has been lifted off her shoulders. After years of bullying that would “ruin” her whole day, Washington personal trainer Natalia Masterman took matters into her own hands. She says she revamped her entire diet and lifestyle, resulting in a jaw-dropping 90-pound weight loss. Now, the unrecognizable 28-year-old has stunned the internet with her … Read more
The use of Ozempic and Wegovy for fast weight loss is now so widespread, it’s leading to nationwide shortages of the drugs for those who need it to treat type-2 diabetes. “It’s really frustrating for a lot of patients,” Dr. Gregory Dodell of Central Park Endocrinology told The Post. He explained that some of his diabetic … Read more
Are you seeking a healthier lifestyle in 2023? Then you may want to head to Japan. A new poll of 8,000 respondents from Australia, Brazil, Germany, New Zealand, South Korea, Spain, the United Kingdom and the US revealed 15% believed Japan to be the healthiest nation — followed by Switzerland (12%), Sweden (12%), Norway (10%) and … Read more
Secrets, secrets, they’re no fun — especially when you don’t share your diet with someone. A new study found that 57% of dieters have not told anyone about their weight loss attempts, and 35% said they keep their endeavors hushed so no one would know if they failed. Commissioned by Slimming World, a UK based … Read more
Dieters who count calories for weight loss may want to rethink their strategy. There’s little proof that calorie counting helps shed pounds, according to a top epidemiologist and dietician in the UK, who says people should focus on the quality of their food instead. “[Calorie counting] is complete nonsense,” said Tim Spector, professor at King’s … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Are you feeling a little weak about your 2023 fitness resolutions? If so, then perhaps strength training motivation is what you need. You’re in luck, as experts weighed in on what to use when looking to bulk up … Read more
While some college students dip into financial aid to fund their party lifestyles, Megan Fowler opted to “save” her own life. The 22-year-old international business major at an unnamed university is revealing how she used about $3,600 of her student loan to pay for gastric sleeve surgery in Turkey. Fowler had long been self-conscious about … Read more
This might be your best shot at shedding those extra pounds. Weight-loss drugs such as Wegovy (marketed for the treatment of diabetes under the name Ozempic) have become Hollywood’s biggest slimming secret — and soon there may be an even more potent pound buster on the market. Tirzepatide, which is taken by weekly injection on … Read more
A mother of four has revealed how she lost an incredible 66 pounds in just nine months. Sascha Farley said finding a program that worked for her, and switching up her exercise routine helped her keep on track with her fitness goals. She chose to take part in The Healthy Mummy’s 28-day Weight Loss program and has … Read more
Giving people a monetary incentive to achieve weight loss goals doubles the pounds they lose, according to a new study. Researchers tracked the weight loss of 668 morbidly obese adults in New York City and Los Angeles over a six-month period. The goal was for participants to lose 10 pounds. The study, published in JAMA … Read more
Following the “green” Mediterranean diet helps burn fat three times faster than typical healthy eating, a new study shows. Research published in the BMC Medicine journal found that eating a plant-based Mediterranean diet allowed the body to burn a dangerous type of body fat at triple the rate compared to those on a generally “healthy” … Read more
Carb lovers rejoice! This delectable starch, long a guilty pleasure, just might be a secret weapon when trying to “lose weight with little effort.” Researchers have discovered the surprising health benefit of potatoes — as it turns out, these spuds are incredibly nutrient-dense and could be a crucial “part of a healthy diet,” according to … Read more
A plus-sized influencer said she has no problem showing off her body and she happily loves to put it on display on TikTok — despite the cruel trolls who say she should feel otherwise. The woman — who goes by the name Blueberry Spaghetti on the platform — describes herself as a “big girl and … Read more
Kim Kardashian, Jessica Simpson and other celebrities have embarked on their own version of weight loss journeys. The stars are known for their dramatic weight loss. Kardashian once lost 16 pounds in three weeks while Simpson has lost 100 pounds three different times. Fox News Digital spoke to weight loss surgeon Dr. Michael Feiz, who explained the … Read more
While lifting weights with her ripped personal trainer, Manuel Menchaca III, in April 2021, waitress Ydalia Flores tripped and accidentally spilled water all over his tight shirt. She was horrified. At that point, they’d only been working out together for a few weeks. But, rather than getting mad about the spill, an even-keeled Menchaca coolly … Read more
She’s one tough mother. Blanka Harvey, 31, relied on donuts and McDonald’s to get through her second pregnancy, weighing in at about 182 pounds. The U.K. mom said she joined a gym in 2019 and managed to lose 70 pounds, dropping four dress sizes in two years before finding her true passion: bodybuilding. Now she’s … Read more
Makeup artist Pratima Bassi has always had a sweet tooth. But, when, a few years ago, her weight skyrocketed to 265 pounds thanks to her love of gooey chocolate morsels and cream-filled cookies, the 23-year-old New Yorker from Rockland County resolved to slim down. In 2018, she committed to a low-carb lifestyle and 90-minute strength training … Read more
Man versus rotisserie chicken. The grocery-store rotisserie chicken is taking flight on social media after a Philadelphia-based restaurant server, Alexander Tominsky, 31, made headlines for losing 16 pounds in 40 days. His secret, as he told the New York Times, was to eat one full rotisserie chicken daily. Tominsky first went public about his chicken … Read more
From Uggs to low-rise jeans, the fashion world is seeing a resurgence of questionable trends from two decades ago. Now, it seems as though the thin, heroin-chic body of the 1990s and early aughts is also making a comeback. In early October, Bella Hadid closed out Paris fashion week at Coperni, her tiny form nearly … Read more