TikTok is abuzz with talk of a seemingly magical lemon balm elixir. But is the weight loss wellness hack steeped in science? Proponents claim lemon balm, a citrus-scented herb belonging to the mint family, can aid weight loss and ease digestion, regulate blood sugar, reduce bloating, boost immunity, and alleviate menstrual cramps. The leaves are … Read more
Fast food with a side of fitness. One UK health expert claims you can indulge in the gluttony of the golden arches without completely wrecking your diet. May claims weight loss need not be boring nor depriving. Instagram/rosijayfitness Seld-described fat loss coach Rosi May took to Instagram to share simple swaps to make your McDonald’s … Read more
If you want to lose weight, it’s best to eat more protein and fiber, a new study finds. Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign developed the Individualized Diet Improvement Program (iDip) and tracked 22 participants who followed the eating plan over 25 months. Volunteers were advised to increase their daily protein to 80 grams … Read more
Candace Cameron Bure’s recent confession has us saying, “Oh My Lanta!” The 48-year-old recalled one episode that got under her skin while filming the beloved sitcom “Full House,” in which she starred for eight seasons as D.J. Tanner. On the “Pod Meets World” podcast episode from Aug. 11, co-host Danielle Fishel, from the ‘90s sitcom “Boy Meets … Read more
Danielle Fishel was forced into a storyline about her weight gain on “Boy Meets World.” During Monday’s episode of her “Pod Meets World” podcast, the 43-year-old recalled how her and her co-star Will Friedle’s weight gain was written into an episode of the ’90s coming-of-age sitcom. “I remember when they called me into the office … Read more
Kelly and Jack Osbourne found themselves in a classic sibling spat when faced with a challenging question on Wednesday’s episode of “Who Wants to be a Millionaire.” Competing together for charity, the duo breezed through most questions until they hit an $8,000 query that asked: “Approved in the 1970s to treat high blood pressure, the … Read more
It’s just a tad disgusting. Gen Z gals are gaga over a gag-worthy drink proponents proclaim can quickly shrink a waist. Giving skinny shots like Ozempic and Mounjaro a run for their blubber-blasting money, “tadpole water” mania is the latest slenderizing hack to sweep social media. Armed with nothing more than a bottle of warm H2O, a … Read more
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
This easy weight loss trick is no sweat. Jenna Rizzo, a Georgia-based fitness coach who specializes in women’s weight loss, is offering a simple psychological tip to combat yo-yo dieting. “Take out a pen and paper, and I want you to start writing all the things you can add to your current diet: more protein, … Read more
She wanted weight loss — but instead, she lost money and self-esteem. UK mother Julia Lanni, 58, says she bellied up about $155 last summer for 16 fat-dissolving Aqualyx injections in her stomach in the hopes they would boost her body confidence. What she got was a 2.75-inch hole in her stomach that required emergency … Read more
Sun, sand and dumbbells in hand. After gaining 15 pounds on holiday last summer, Miami Beach fitness trainer Melissa Lattari, 32, has devised six strategies for staying on track during vacation. She recommends finding ways to get your steps in, practicing moderation, doing 10-minute workouts, taking supplements, drinking plenty of water and relaxing. To avoid … Read more
These four tips may give you a leg up in your fitness journey. Jenna Rizzo, a women’s weight loss coach from Georgia, says going on walks five times a week, consuming at least 120 grams of protein a day, staying hydrated and making sacrifices have kept her in good shape for years. Rizzo has previously … Read more
3 body problems? Courtney Kassis, a registered dietitian in the Philadelphia area, is sharing three common stumbling blocks in weight loss journeys. She highlights the need for timing eating, addressing nutrient deficiencies and prepping meals. “After working with thousands of clients over the past five years to successfully lose weight and maintain it long-term, I need … Read more
Lexapro, Paxil and Cymbalta carry a higher risk of packing on pounds than Zoloft, while Wellbutrin users are less likely to gain weight, according to a new study of eight popular antidepressants. Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute (HPHCI) researchers analyzed the weights of more than 183,000 adult antidepressant users six months, a year and two … Read more
Full steam ahead! Menopausal women may be able to control their blood sugar better and gain less weight if they sit in a sauna every day, new research on mice finds. “Our study suggests that whole-body heat therapy could serve as an effective, non-invasive solution for managing weight gain and insulin resistance associated with menopause,” … Read more
We love a quick fix and a new swath of coffee-inspired diets is making the rounds — or grounds, as it were — promising a lean life one cup at a time. Coffee has long been lauded as a powerful jolt for eliminating jiggle. A recent study from Harvard’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health revealed that … Read more
Great news for noodle lovers: you no longer have to punish yourself for enjoying a plate of pasta. Amidst the craze of carb-counting diets, pasta is widely seen as an indulgence that leads to rapid weight gain. Because traditional pasta is mainly carbohydrates, people view the the food as empty calories, but carbs are actually … Read more
A mom looks ten years younger after undergoing an incredible body transformation. For most of her life, Amanda Presta, 40, from Melbourne, has struggled with her weight and said she always felt bigger than her peers throughout her childhood and teenage years. While she was never obese, she felt uncomfortable and unfit after reaching her … Read more
Move over, Ozempic. Researchers say a similar medication helped more than 200 overweight adults shed an average of 15.6% of their body weight after 48 weeks — with less muscle lost. The promising results of a phase 2 trial of pemvidutide — which included “significant” decreases in heart disease risk factors such as cholesterol — … Read more
Talk about a leg up. Researchers say that taking a popular obesity medication and exercising regularly can lead to weight loss — and bone health is still maintained. Bone loss typically accompanies large, rapid weight loss, which increases the risk of fractures. This is especially a concern for older adults. Researchers say that taking the … Read more