Here’s a sad jab of the truth. More evidence is coming out that pricey semaglutides like Ozempic and Wegovy — diabetes medications lauded for secondary weight loss capabilities through appetite suppression — aren’t necessarily helping as many people shed pounds as previously thought. “There was appetite suppression the first 1½ months but it’s kind of … Read more
It’s all Greek to her. Making healthy choices at the start of a busy day can be a challenge, but one diet pro insists that the best breakfast to help clients lose weight is a snap to prepare — and it’s delicious, too. In an article for Eat This,Not That, registered dietitian Kristen Carli lays out … Read more
Substituting sugar for low-calorie sweeteners like aspartame, sucralose and stevia derived substances can improve weight loss, help weight management and improve your mood, according to a new study out of Denmark. “Our findings support the use of sweeteners and sweetness enhancers (S&SEs) found in many foods and beverages worldwide as alternatives to sugar-sweetened products to … Read more
It’s berry good news for nutrition. An obscure berry that’s native to Canada, northern Europe and Asia is the “superfood” that can revolutionize your diet, new research shows. Sea buckthorn, rich in vitamins along with omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, can make a huge splash in the North American market as a widely available healthy … Read more
A new weight-loss pill made by Novo Nordisk — the manufacturer of Ozempic and Wegovy — helps patients shed weight twice as fast as the blockbuster injections, the company recently announced. The pill, called Amycretin, works similarly to the popular weight loss injections mimicking a natural hormone, GLP-1, which slows down the passage of food … Read more
Drop it like it’s hot outside. Jenna Rizzo, a women’s weight loss coach from Georgia, is sharing three “easy steps” to shedding pounds before summer — gamify your activity, follow the “one-scoop rule,” and get at least seven hours of sleep a night. “Over the years, I’ve learned the worst thing that you can do … Read more
Is she on Target with her picks? A Philadelphia-area registered dietitian credited for creating the 90-30-50 diet plan is sharing her favorite seven Target items for weight loss — ranging from protein bars to kettle chips and nonfat yogurt. “These finds are high-protein & made with REAL ingredients, supporting blood sugar balance, metabolism & healthy … Read more
Soupe tous les jours. In the 1980s, the so-called cabbage soup diet was piping hot as weight loss hopefuls downed bowl after bowl of the low-calorie dish in hopes of trimming their waistline ASAP. Now, the “souping” diet fad is back — with a lot more options. “Souping, often seen as a method for clean … Read more
Weight loss injectables like Ozempic and Wegovy are Hollywood’s drugs of choice — so did anyone use them in preparations for the 2024 Oscars? The Daily Mail spoke with Dr. Gary Motykie, a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon, about A-listers looking “slimmed down” at Sunday’s awards show more than in previous years. The speculation comes after … Read more
Milk this diet for all it’s worth. Dr. Michael Mosley — a BBC presenter and author who popularized the 5:2 fasting diet and developed the Fast 800 diet, which combines intermittent fasting and Mediterranean-style eating — is sharing the five food groups to incorporate into your routine for weight loss. Mosley swears by non-starchy vegetables; … Read more
There are certain things that will always go hand in hand with weight loss — a healthier diet and increased exercise, for example. And then there are other things, which we might assume are also part of the process, which experts are now saying have no place in the enlightened dieter’s routine — at all. … Read more
Vegging out can help you lose weight — and gain back your health. Eating certain fruits and vegetables can help people lose weight and feel fuller longer, nutritionist Aneequa Godart told The Mirror to raise awareness on World Obesity Day on Monday, March 4. Obesity affects 41% of Americans, according to the Centers for Disease Control and … Read more
Groundbreaking research has uncovered what happens to the human body as it undergoes a seven-day water fast. The study, published Friday in the Nature Metabolism journal, unsurprisingly uncovered that volunteers shed a substantial amount of weight while being deprived of food. However, there were also other significant changes to the body — and not all … Read more
A truce between Stephen A. Smith and the Pelicans doesn’t appear to be within sight. The online feud between parties continued Monday, with the ESPN personality addressing the team directly on “The Stephen A. Smith Show” after days-old comments regarding forward Zion Williamson’s weight ignited a social media war, with the Pelicans roasting Smith over … Read more
A husband’s social media post has gone viral for summarizing — in 2024 — an age-old couple’s challenge: Is the guy pulling his weight around the house? The post on Reddit has grabbed over 2,300 reactions and 1,400 comments in less than 24 hours. A husband, 36, said he and his wife, 38, have been … Read more
Stephen A. Smith has long criticized New Orleans Pelicans’ forward Zion Williamson for being out of shape and his most recent jabs drew criticism from former NBA player Antonio Daniels, who is now a TV analyst for the team. After Smith went after Williamson’s conditioning again on Friday, when he said on ESPN that “it’s … Read more
If you’re among the millions of Americans trying to drop pounds in 2024, you may worry that your palate and/or social life will suffer, but the good news is, you don’t have to hold back from dining out at restaurants. Still, ordering out while dieting may pose challenges, since restaurants often cook with an excess … Read more
So you’re finally found the motivation to get up off the couch and get started on your weight loss journey — congratulations. But before you wander into the gym for the first time in ages and start torturing yourself by trying to do everything at once, even signing up for training sessions you’ll very possibly be … Read more
These six moves will have you pumping iron like a champ in no time. For years, studies have proven the physical and mental benefits of weight training — from building muscle to fighting off depression — but many are still too intimidated by heavy weights and intense machines to begin. To help beginners get over … Read more
Turns out this myth is nuts. For decades it’s been widely believed that eating nuts causes weight gain. Tree nuts in particular have a high calorie and fat content, prompting skepticism as to whether they should be incorporated into a healthy diet. However, a groundbreaking new study published in Nutrients has uncovered that nuts do … Read more