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  • Athletes Need to Protect Against Heat Stroke: Expert
    (31-Jul-2010)
    Taking simple steps during summer sports can prevent potentially fatal illness, athletic trainer says

  • Experimental Diet Pill May Bring 'Modest' Weight Loss
    (30-Jul-2010)
    Contrave combines an antidepressant with an anti-addiction drug

  • Knee, Hip Replacements May Aid Weight Loss: Study
    (29-Jul-2010)
    Healthier lifestyle may be an added bonus for patients following joint surgery, researcher suggests

  • Complications From Weight-Loss Surgery 'Relatively Low'
    (27-Jul-2010)
    Michigan study finds high-volume hospitals, surgeons reporting fewest problems

  • Shedding Pounds Saved One Woman's Life
    (23-Jul-2010)

  • As Weight Goes Up, So Do Heart Risks
    (23-Jul-2010)
    Across-the-board improvements may await those who trim down

  • Shedding Pounds Saved One Woman's Life
    (23-Jul-2010)

  • No-Shame Programs May Appeal to Obese
    (15-Jul-2010)
    But tactics should emphasize lifestyle change, not weight loss, survey suggests

  • Community Programs Can Help Mothers Control Weight: Study
    (14-Jul-2010)
    Women who had ongoing support exercised more and were less likely to gain weight, researchers found

  • New Pill Found to Cut Weight With Few Side Effects: Study
    (14-Jul-2010)
    Lorcaserin one of three new anti-obesity medications up for review by the FDA

  • Weight-Loss Drugs Often No Better Than Fakes: German Study
    (12-Jul-2010)
    Changes in diet, activity levels still best way to control weight, expert suggests

  • Fewer Excess Pounds May Mean Fewer Hot Flashes
    (12-Jul-2010)
    Study found small but significant reductions with weight loss

  • Gaining Weight Later in Life Ups Diabetes Risk
    (22-Jun-2010)
    Increased waist circumference also increases type 2 chances, study finds

  • Mediterranean Diet Linked to Better Cardiac Function
    (15-Jun-2010)
    Was associated with more heart rate variability in study

  • Lifestyle Changes Are No Guarantee Against Alzheimer's
    (14-Jun-2010)
    Panel finds inconclusive evidence that diet, exercise, supplements prevent dementia

  • Quick Weight Loss May Be Best for Long-Term Success
    (14-May-2010)
    Obese women who lose 1.5 pounds a week or more fare best, researchers say

  • Quick Weight Loss May Be Best for Long-Term Success
    (14-May-2010)
    Obese women who lose 1.5 pounds a week or more fare best, researchers say

  • The Best Diet? That Depends on You
    (13-May-2010)
    From the multitude of weight-loss plans, pick one tailored to your traits

  • The Best Diet? That Depends on You
    (13-May-2010)
    From the multitude of weight-loss plans, pick one tailored to your traits

  • Study Finds Patients Breathe Easier After Weight-Loss Surgery
    (21-Apr-2010)
    And they took 50 percent fewer prescription drugs for breathing problems

  • Protein May Help Control Weight
    (15-Apr-2010)
    Mice without this oxygen regulator stayed slim on high-fat diet

  • Weight-Loss Surgery May Ease Childbirth Risks
    (14-Apr-2010)
    Blood pressure problems fall 75 percent after procedure, study finds

  • Low-Cal Diets May Make You Gain Weight
    (08-Apr-2010)
    Restricting calories increases stress hormone, making it harder to keep weight off, researchers say

  • Low-Cal Diets May Make You Gain Weight
    (08-Apr-2010)
    Restricting calories increases stress hormone, making it harder to keep weight off, researchers say

  • Calling a Food 'Healthy' May Make You Hungrier
    (02-Apr-2010)
    If you feel forced to eat salad now, you may raid the fridge later, study finds

  • Turning Your Workday Into Weight Loss
    (01-Apr-2010)
    'Healthy office' can help employees shed pounds, boost productivity, experts say

  • Many With Arthritis Find Simple Solutions for Relief
    (30-Mar-2010)
    But they would benefit more if they sought advice from doctors, pharmacists, study says

  • Cost of Junk Food May Influence Consumption
    (09-Mar-2010)
    People were less likely to buy pizza, soda when the price went up, study found

  • Diet, Exercise Can Improve Thinking
    (08-Mar-2010)
    Study finds benefits for the mind, not just the body

  • A Cheek Swab to Choose Your Diet Plan?
    (03-Mar-2010)
    DNA test may be able to tell which diet would work best for you, study suggests

  • Popular Diet Plans Can Unclog Arteries
    (01-Mar-2010)
    Low-fat, low-carb, Mediterranean regimens all help the heart, study finds

  • Low-Fat Diets Beat Low-Carb Regimen Long Term
    (01-Mar-2010)
    But obese on either plan averaged no more than 10 pounds weight loss over 3 years, study found

  • Obesity, Lack of Exercise Heighten Arthritis Risk for Women
    (25-Feb-2010)
    Rates of the condition are higher in U.S. than Canada, study finds

  • New Weight Loss Aid?
    (18-Feb-2010)
    In studies with mice, amino acid reduced fat deposits and boosted metabolism

  • Most Americans Think It's Others Who Are Unhealthy
    (16-Feb-2010)
    Survey found most people thought they were fine, while their docs disagreed

  • Repeated Weight-Loss Surgery Carries Added Risks
    (15-Feb-2010)
    As more people undergo bariatric procedures, use of revisions will grow, study finds

  • Gastric Banding Most Effective for Obese Teens
    (09-Feb-2010)
    Study found those who had it lost much more weight than peers who tried lifestyle changes

  • When Counseling Costs, Response Dwindles
    (03-Feb-2010)
    Not just patients but doctors, too, lose interest, study finds

  • Fat-Burning Chemical Points to New Weight-Loss Drug
    (02-Feb-2010)
    Results of lab tests with mice suggest promising new direction for research, scientists say

  • Diabetes Drug Helps Dieting Teens Lose Weight
    (01-Feb-2010)
    Metformin plus lifestyle changes might play a role in obesity treatment, researchers say

  • For Lower Blood Pressure, Low-Carb Diet May Be Best
    (25-Jan-2010)
    But for weight loss alone, other plans also work well, studies find

  • For Lower Blood Pressure, Low-Carb Diet May Be Best
    (25-Jan-2010)
    But for weight loss alone, other plans also work well, studies find

  • Complex Weight-Loss Plans Erode Dieters' Resolve
    (19-Jan-2010)
    Simpler regimens less apt to lead to failure, study finds

  • Complex Weight-Loss Plans Erode Dieters' Resolve
    (19-Jan-2010)
    Simpler regimens less apt to lead to failure, study finds

  • Federal Panel Urges Obesity Screening for Kids Ages 6 and Up
    (18-Jan-2010)
    Children who are obese should be referred to treatment, USPSTF panel says

  • Self-Control Just Might Be Contagious
    (18-Jan-2010)
    People you spend time with affect your behavior, for good or bad, research finds

  • For Very Obese, Gastric Bypass May Extend Life
    (18-Jan-2010)
    Decision-making depends on comparing benefits vs. risks, researchers say

  • From Risky Health Status to a Better Life
    (15-Jan-2010)
    Not just writing about losing weight but doing it takes reporter from the brink of disaster

  • From Risky Health Status to a Better Life
    (15-Jan-2010)
    Not just writing about losing weight but doing it takes reporter from the brink of disaster

  • Could a Bigger Bottom Boost Health?
    (12-Jan-2010)
    Derriere fat curbs inflammatory processes linked to heart disease, experts say

  • For Fitness, Cutting Calories May Not Be Enough
    (08-Jan-2010)
    Study found better health outcomes in those who worked out while dieting

  • Fat May Help Build Bone Mass in Girls
    (06-Jan-2010)
    Excessive weight loss in teen years may increase risk of osteoporosis, findings suggest

  • Showing Kids How Fast They Eat May Help Them Shape Up
    (06-Jan-2010)
    New device links eating speed and portion size to aid weight loss, researchers say

  • Fat May Help Build Bone Mass in Girls
    (06-Jan-2010)
    Excessive weight loss in teen years may increase risk of osteoporosis, findings suggest

  • Showing Kids How Fast They Eat May Help Them Shape Up
    (06-Jan-2010)
    New device links eating speed and portion size to aid weight loss, researchers say

  • Might Surgical Weight Loss Put Bones at Risk?
    (01-Jan-2010)
    Experts consider possible causes after study finds high fracture rate

  • Exaggerating a Threat to Weight Goals May Help Self-Control
    (30-Dec-2009)
    Overestimating calorie count helps dieters fight temptation, study finds

  • Phone Apps Dialing Up Eating Disorders
    (28-Dec-2009)
    High-tech aids might spur obsessive dieting -- but could also help fight obesity, experts say

  • Eat Up, But Eat Healthy This Holiday Season
    (25-Dec-2009)
    Enjoy the occasional treat while sticking to your diet. Here's how.

  • Eat Up, But Eat Healthy This Holiday Season
    (25-Dec-2009)
    Enjoy the occasional treat while sticking to your diet. Here's how.

  • Imagine Food Aromas That Prevent Overeating
    (21-Dec-2009)
    Scientists working on edibles that will signal fullness just by chewing

  • Teens Lose More Weight Using Healthy Strategies
    (04-Dec-2009)
    Increasing exercise, water and fruit consumption leads to success, study finds

  • Holiday Eating Without the Guilt -- or the Pounds
    (25-Nov-2009)
    Two experts offer waistline-friendly ways to enjoy festive feasting

  • Go Healthy, Not Hungry for Holiday Eating
    (22-Nov-2009)
    Planning ahead can help keep eating under control, expert says

  • Obesity Rolling Back Gains in Heart Health
    (17-Nov-2009)
    Studies show risk factors rising among children and adults, with many denying they have a problem

  • Study Links Yo-Yo Dieting to Addiction
    (12-Nov-2009)
    Rats fed sugary chow suffered withdrawal when regular meals returned

  • Fasting on Alternate Days May Make Dieting Easier
    (11-Nov-2009)
    Heart health could also benefit from this plan, researchers find

  • To Feel Better, Low-Fat Diet May Be Best
    (09-Nov-2009)
    Comparison of plans finds differences in mood despite similar weight loss

  • To Feel Better, Low-Fat Diet May Be Best
    (09-Nov-2009)
    Comparison of plans finds differences in mood despite similar weight loss

  • Living With Less TV, More Sweat Boosts Weight Loss
    (05-Nov-2009)
    Home environment plays role in effort to drop pounds, experts say

  • Living With Less TV, More Sweat Boosts Weight Loss
    (05-Nov-2009)
    Home environment plays role in effort to drop pounds, experts say

  • Diet, Exercise Thwart Diabetes: Study
    (29-Oct-2009)
    Lifestyle changes really do work to prevent type 2, experts say

  • Fitness Fades Fast After 45
    (26-Oct-2009)
    But healthy habits can stave off the inevitable declines, research finds

  • Exposure to Holocaust May Have Raised Cancer Risks
    (26-Oct-2009)
    Survivors offer clues to the impact of severe physical, psychosocial suffering, researchers say

  • Diabetes Drug May Boost Weight Loss in Obese Patients
    (23-Oct-2009)
    Combo of diet, exercise and injections helped non-diabetics shed pounds, study finds

  • Diabetes Drug May Boost Weight Loss in Obese Patients
    (23-Oct-2009)
    Combo of diet, exercise and injections helped non-diabetics shed pounds, study finds

  • Red-Grape Compound May Improve Diabetes
    (22-Oct-2009)
    But so far resveratrol works only as an injection into the brain of mice, study finds

  • Super Obesity Ups Risk of Dying After Weight-Loss Surgery
    (21-Oct-2009)
    Deaths also more common among those with chronic diseases, study finds

  • Obese Middle-Aged Women Face Unhealthy Future
    (30-Sep-2009)
    Extra weight cuts chances for long, healthy life by nearly 80%, study finds

  • When Pounds Go, Sleep Apnea May Improve
    (28-Sep-2009)
    10 percent weight loss increases remission odds, but any amount helps, experts say

  • Successful Dieters Show Unique Brain Patterns
    (23-Sep-2009)
    Scans found regions related to inhibition, self-control were more active

  • Diet, Exercise May Slow Kidney Disease Progression
    (18-Sep-2009)
    Obese patients can also benefit from weight-loss surgery, review finds

  • Exercise May Help Maintain Weight Loss
    (04-Sep-2009)
    If they continue working out, dieters can keep off pounds, study finds

  • Weight-Loss Surgery Breaks Families' 'Obesity Cycle'
    (02-Sep-2009)
    Moms operated on before pregnancy had thinner children, study found

  • Mediterranean Diet May Be Best for Type 2 Diabetes
    (31-Aug-2009)
    Reduced need for meds, helped some lose weight compared to low-fat diet

  • FDA Investigating Weight-Loss Drug Over Reports of Liver Damage
    (25-Aug-2009)
    32 cases reported since orlistat came on market in 1999

  • How Weight Loss Helps the Heart
    (11-Aug-2009)
    Study found it reversed structural abnormalities seen among the obese

  • Mediterranean Diet Plus Exercise Lowers Alzheimer's Risk
    (11-Aug-2009)
    Older adults who ate healthy and remained active were protected, study finds

  • How Weight Loss Helps the Heart
    (11-Aug-2009)
    Study found it reversed structural abnormalities seen among the obese

  • More Evidence Healthy Living Brings Long Life
    (10-Aug-2009)
    Good diet, no smoking, regular exercise lower chronic disease risk by 80%, CDC study finds

  • Periodic Dieting May Cut Breast Cancer Risk
    (04-Aug-2009)
    In lab studies, intermittent calorie restriction led to dramatic decrease in tumors

  • Study Finds Weight-Loss Surgery Safer Than Thought
    (29-Jul-2009)
    Death risk only 0.3 percent, chances of serious complications 4.3 percent

  • More Can Be Done to Slow Obesity's Toll on Health: Experts
    (28-Jul-2009)
    HHS Secretary Sebelius says real change begins with America's kids

  • Unhooking the Obesity-Diabetes Connection
    (27-Jul-2009)
    Understanding the link may someday lead to a cure, studies suggest

  • Almost 10 Percent of U.S. Medical Costs Tied to Obesity
    (27-Jul-2009)
    Only return to healthy behaviors will bring expenditures down, experts say

  • Snoozing May Help Women Shed Baby Weight
    (24-Jul-2009)
    But avoiding postpartum sleep deprivation can be tough, experts admit

  • Weight-Loss Enzyme Identified
    (21-Jul-2009)
    Researchers may have found a way to curb hunger, rev up energy

  • Weight-Loss Enzyme Identified
    (21-Jul-2009)
    Researchers may have found a way to curb hunger, rev up energy

  • Probiotics Supplement May Help After Gastric Bypass Surgery
    (17-Jul-2009)
    In study, patients lost weight faster and avoided vitamin B deficiency

  • Number of Underweight Kids in U.S. Continues to Fall
    (15-Jul-2009)
    Recent survey finds 3.3 percent of children aged 2 to 19 are below normal weight

  • Excess Weight Speeds Up Osteoarthritis
    (14-Jul-2009)
    Rapid loss of knee cartilage directly linked to being overweight in study

  • Excess Weight Speeds Up Osteoarthritis
    (14-Jul-2009)
    Rapid loss of knee cartilage directly linked to being overweight in study

  • Vegetable Amino Acid Lowers Blood Pressure
    (08-Jul-2009)
    Get plenty of it in your diet, researchers say

  • Fat-Cell Protein May Reduce Diabetes Risk
    (07-Jul-2009)
    Higher levels of adiponectin linked in studies to lower incidence of type 2 diabetes

  • Obesity Rates Continue to Climb in U.S.
    (01-Jul-2009)
    Eight of 10 states with highest number of obese adults are in the South, report says

  • Weight-Loss Surgery Safe, Effective Type 2 Diabetes Treatment
    (24-Jun-2009)
    Research shows procedure is no more dangerous than other routine surgeries

  • Vinegar Might Help Keep Off Pounds
    (22-Jun-2009)
    Researchers find fat-fighting properties in the lab and in mice

  • Obesity Greatly Raises Endometrial Cancer Risk
    (22-Jun-2009)
    Odds are 22 times higher for very overweight women, study finds

  • Common Weight-Loss Surgery May Double Risk of Kidney Stones
    (22-Jun-2009)
    Roux-en-Y gastric bypass linked to small increased chances of trouble, research shows

  • Diabetes Drug Byetta May Aid Weight Loss in Obese Patients
    (11-Jun-2009)
    Combined diet, exercise and injection had best results in study

  • Need a Walking Partner? Try a Dog
    (11-Jun-2009)
    Those who do are apt to exercise (and enjoy it) more, experts say

  • Might Weight-Loss Surgery Lead to Fractures?
    (11-Jun-2009)
    Small study finds nearly double the normal rate of broken bones

  • 'Eco-Atkins' Diet Sheds More Than Pounds
    (08-Jun-2009)
    Study found subbing plant-based proteins for animal ones also lowered cholesterol

  • Want to Stop Cancer? You Can, Experts Say
    (03-Jun-2009)
    Lifestyle changes have been shown to lower odds, even for those at higher risk

  • Abdominal Surgery May Become Easier for Patients
    (03-Jun-2009)
    Advanced technique is said to reduce post-op pain and scarring

  • Weight-Loss Surgery Simplified
    (02-Jun-2009)
    In clinical trial, patients recover faster from new procedure

  • Weight-Loss Surgery Options Compared in Super-Obese
    (02-Jun-2009)
    Duodenal switch may be more effective than gastric bypass, researchers say

  • Experts Urge Less Weight Gain for Obese Women in Pregnancy
    (28-May-2009)
    New guidelines suggest adding no more than 20 pounds

  • Americans Score Low on Healthy Lifestyle
    (27-May-2009)
    Too many rely on drugs to fix what healthy living would cure, researcher says

  • Healthier Lifestyle Can Cut COPD Symptoms
    (20-May-2009)
    Diet, exercise and smoking cessation counseling also proved cost-effective, study finds

  • Rapid Weight Loss in Seniors Signals Higher Dementia Risk
    (19-May-2009)
    Researcher notes it may be less a cause of cognitive decline than a sign of it

  • Obese People Seem to Do Better With Heart Disease
    (18-May-2009)
    Still, it's best to lose that excess weight, review says

  • Healthy Behaviors Slow Functional Decline After Cancer
    (12-May-2009)
    Diet, exercise may improve endurance in older, overweight cancer survivors, study shows

  • Supportive Weigh-In Program Keeps Pounds Off
    (11-May-2009)
    Women maintained losses with biweekly checks and counseling, study finds

  • Obesity Surgery Complications on the Decline
    (29-Apr-2009)
    As surgery outcomes improve, related costs drop

  • A Pre-Workout Meal to Help You Burn Fat
    (23-Apr-2009)
    Stay away from white bread, other 'high-glycemic' carbs, researchers say

  • Bariatric Surgery Centers Don't Deliver Better Outcomes
    (21-Apr-2009)
    Study finds these units of excellence no better, more costly, than other hospitals

  • Gum Chewing May Cut Craving for Snacks
    (20-Apr-2009)
    Study suggests that sugarless brands can help control appetite and weight

  • Gum Chewing May Cut Craving for Snacks
    (20-Apr-2009)
    Study suggests that sugarless brands can help control appetite and weight

  • Extra Pounds in Mid-Life Affect Later Mobility
    (09-Apr-2009)
    Seniors who lose weight still at risk from previous obesity

  • More U.S. Kids Taking Diabetes, Blood Pressure Drugs
    (06-Apr-2009)
    Prescriptions rose by more than 15 percent in 3 years, researchers say

  • Fewer Sugary Drinks Key to Weight Loss
    (02-Apr-2009)
    Cutting down on sodas, other sweet beverages may work better than eating less, study finds

  • Atkins Diet Tougher on Heart After Weight Loss
    (01-Apr-2009)
    Study found worse cholesterol, blood vessel health than with South Beach, Ornish regimens

  • The Dark Side of Vegetarianism
    (01-Apr-2009)
    For some teens and young adults, it may be concealing eating disorders

  • Atkins Diet Tougher on Heart After Weight Loss
    (01-Apr-2009)
    Study found worse cholesterol, blood vessel health than with South Beach, Ornish regimens

  • The Dark Side of Vegetarianism
    (01-Apr-2009)
    For some teens and young adults, it may be concealing eating disorders

  • The Dark Side of Vegetarianism
    (01-Apr-2009)
    For some teens and young adults, it may be concealing eating disorders

  • Omega-3 Fatty Acids Guard Against Advanced Prostate Cancer
    (24-Mar-2009)
    Even men genetically predisposed to disease benefit from eating fish, study finds

  • FDA Expands Weight-Loss Products Safety Alert
    (20-Mar-2009)
    Agency says some contain prescription-only drugs that can harm consumers

  • Health Tip: The Signs of Hunger
    (11-Mar-2009)
    Each time you eat, are you really hungry?

  • Church-Based Weight Plan Peels Off Pounds for Blacks
    (10-Mar-2009)
    Members dropped 5% of body weight and sustained it for 6 months, study finds

  • Want to Lose Weight? Just Eat Less, Diet Study Suggests
    (25-Feb-2009)
    Comparison of 4 diet plans finds all produce similar results

  • Want to Lose Weight? Just Eat Less, Diet Study Suggests
    (25-Feb-2009)
    Comparison of 4 diet plans finds all produce similar results

  • Health Tip: Be Wary of Fad Diets
    (28-Jan-2009)
    If they promise too much, be concerned

  • Weight Loss Helps Incontinence
    (28-Jan-2009)
    Losing 8% of body weight almost halves the number of episodes, study finds

  • Diet, Exercise Cuts Kids' Risk for Metabolic Syndrome
    (13-Jan-2009)
    Preventing obesity boosts blood vessel function even without weight loss, study says

  • It Pays to Eat Less as You Age
    (06-Jan-2009)
    Cutting calories can cut down on pounds in middle age, study says

  • Obesity Linked to Ovarian Cancer
    (05-Jan-2009)
    Excess estrogen may contribute to malignancy, study suggests

  • America Losing the Fight With Type 2 Diabetes
    (30-Dec-2008)
    Yet simple lifestyle changes can make all the difference

  • FDA Warns About Weight Loss Products
    (23-Dec-2008)
    Agency says more than 2 dozen contain dangerous ingredients not listed on label

  • Experimental Weight-Loss Pill Passes Early Test
    (13-Dec-2008)
    People lost significant weight; no side effects on heart seen, study says

  • 2 Markers Predict Survival Odds in Colon Cancer Patients
    (11-Dec-2008)
    One protein was protective, the other not, researchers found

  • Study Suggests Sugar May Be Addictive
    (10-Dec-2008)
    Finding might yield new insights into eating disorders, experts say

  • Money May Lure People to Lose Weight
    (09-Dec-2008)
    But study found some pounds return after incentives end

  • Mediterranean Diet Enriched With Nuts Cuts Heart Risks
    (08-Dec-2008)
    Study says metabolic abnormalities better regulated when following this approach

  • Portion Distortion
    (07-Dec-2008)
    In the fight against obesity, Americans need to re-learn proper serving sizes for meals

  • Holidays Don't Have to Make You Heavier
    (07-Dec-2008)
    Maintaining weight, instead of dieting, is a good way to keep pounds off, experts say

  • Antibiotics Largest Cause of Drug-Induced Liver Damage
    (01-Dec-2008)
    Prescription meds, supplements can also trigger acute organ failure, study says

  • School Soda Ban Has Limited Effect
    (27-Nov-2008)
    Eliminating sugary beverages did not affect overall consumption, study finds

  • Keeping a Healthy Holiday Balance
    (27-Nov-2008)
    Simple ways to enjoy the feast without overdoing it

  • Over-the-Phone Weight Loss Counseling Works
    (26-Nov-2008)
    For rural women, it's cheaper and less time-consuming than in-person visits, study finds

  • Fat-Sensing Hormones Might Fight Obesity
    (26-Nov-2008)
    Study with rodents shows the molecules help regulate appetite

  • Texting Food Diaries Helps Kids Stick With Diets
    (20-Nov-2008)
    Study found hi-tech method improved compliance more than paper and pencil

  • Health Tip: Maintain a Healthy Weight
    (18-Nov-2008)
    Suggestions to help prevent regaining lost pounds

  • Diet, Exercise May Modify Breast Cancer Risks
    (18-Nov-2008)
    Combined, they produce more potent anti-disease effect in postmenopausal women, study says

  • Home-Based Programs Benefit Older Cancer Survivors
    (18-Nov-2008)
    They improved ability to live and function when enrolled in tailored interventions

  • Post-Workout Snack May Hamper Weight Loss
    (14-Nov-2008)
    It's smart for athletes, not so smart for average gym-goer, studies show

  • Excess Weight Ups Risk of Death, No Matter Where It Collects
    (12-Nov-2008)
    But too much abdominal fat poses a bigger threat, study finds

  • Banned Obesity Drug Tied to Heart Risks Long After Use
    (07-Nov-2008)
    Study shows appetite suppressant fenfluramine may damage cardiac valves years later

  • Health Tip: Obesity and Your Child
    (03-Nov-2008)
    Finding the right weight-loss program is essential

  • Scientists Develop New Strategy to Fight Obesity
    (31-Oct-2008)
    Findings could produce treatments to reduce cravings, expand calorie burn

  • Workplace Health Programs Effective Interventions
    (30-Oct-2008)
    Study shows help with diet, tobacco use boosted employees' overall fitness

  • Health Tip: Lose Weight, and Keep it Off
    (28-Oct-2008)
    Stick with your diet

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis a Threat to the Heart
    (27-Oct-2008)
    Greater risk of heart attack, and more complications later, studies find

  • The Ups and Downs of 'Yo-Yo' Dieting
    (24-Oct-2008)
    Some experts say the risks of losing and regaining weight may be overstated

  • New Diet Pill Doubles Weight Loss of Current Drugs
    (23-Oct-2008)
    Tesofensine could replace gastric bypass surgery for some patients, researchers say

  • Mental Barriers Block Obese Women From Exercise
    (09-Oct-2008)
    But tailored programs could ease fears, overcome self consciousness, study suggests

  • Mental Barriers Block Obese Women From Exercise
    (09-Oct-2008)
    But tailored programs could ease fears, overcome self consciousness, study suggests

  • Fatty Acid in Olive Oil Wards Off Hunger
    (07-Oct-2008)
    Study with lab animals might one day lead to new weight control approach in people

  • Book Offers Novel Approach to Weight Loss
    (04-Oct-2008)
    Girls who read story with subtle message about health realized some benefits, study says

  • Behavioral Management Plans Help Kids Lose Weight
    (03-Oct-2008)
    Most effective programs include techniques to improve diet, exercise habits, study says

  • Body Fat, Muscle Distribution Linked to RA Disability
    (02-Oct-2008)
    More fat on arms, legs tied to more inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis, study says

  • Dieting History Tied to Weight Gain in Pregnancy
    (01-Oct-2008)
    Restricted eaters gained too much or too little, study finds

  • Dieting History Tied to Weight Gain in Pregnancy
    (01-Oct-2008)
    Restricted eaters gained too much or too little, study finds

  • Dieting History Tied to Weight Gain in Pregnancy
    (01-Oct-2008)
    Restricted eaters gained too much or too little, study finds

  • Bone Loss Stable on Restricted Calorie Diet
    (23-Sep-2008)
    Gradual weight loss over 6 months showed no apparent harm, study finds

  • Bone Loss Stable on Restricted Calorie Diet
    (23-Sep-2008)
    Gradual weight loss over 6 months showed no apparent harm, study finds

  • Salt Contributes to Resistant High Blood Pressure
    (19-Sep-2008)
    People with elevated readings should restrict their salt intake, experts say

  • New Noninvasive Device Could Control Diabetes
    (17-Sep-2008)
    Intestinal liner leads to significant drops in blood sugar levels, researcher says

  • Diabetics Less Likely to Lose Weight After Gastric Bypass
    (15-Sep-2008)
    Study finds change in med use, improper stomach pouch size are likely causes

  • Heavier People Have Heart Attacks Earlier
    (09-Sep-2008)
    12 years sooner for the most obese, new research finds

  • Obesity Rates Up in 37 States: Report
    (19-Aug-2008)
    At least 20% of adults are obese in every state except Colorado

  • Breakfast Eggs Keep Folks on Diet
    (12-Aug-2008)
    2 in the morning helped adults lose 65% more weight, study finds

  • Weight Loss After Diabetes Diagnosis Offers Big Benefits: Study
    (12-Aug-2008)
    And the improvements in blood sugar and blood pressure last, even if weight comes back

  • Fat Cell Protein Boosts Heart Attack Risk in Elderly
    (08-Aug-2008)
    Higher adiponectin levels may indicate underlying disease, study finds

  • Diet Key to Diabetes Risk
    (28-Jul-2008)
    Fruits, vegetables, exercise reduce chances of blood sugar disease, studies find

  • Weekends Tough on the Diet
    (25-Jul-2008)
    Saturday can be toughest for those trying to drop pounds, study finds

  • Twofold Action Urged for Pre-Diabetes
    (23-Jul-2008)
    Goal is to prevent progression to the full-blown disease and its huge costs

  • Diet Plans Produce Similar Results
    (16-Jul-2008)
    Study finds Mediterranean and low-carb diets work just as well as low-fat ones

  • Eating Less May Slow Aging Process
    (14-Jul-2008)
    Cutting just 300 calories a day slows metabolism, tissue failure, study says

  • Keep a Food Diary, Lose Twice as Much Weight
    (08-Jul-2008)
    Logging intake makes you think about what you eat, study finds

  • Compound in Red Wine Fights Ravages of Age
    (03-Jul-2008)
    Resveratrol mimics the benefits of restricted calorie diets, study finds

  • Population-Based Strategy Urged to Cut U.S. Obesity Rate
    (30-Jun-2008)
    Heart association seeks policy, social changes that boost healthier eating, exercise

  • Want to Know the Calorie Content of Your Favorite Drink?
    (30-Jun-2008)
    Reports tells how many carbs and calories are in 26 best-selling alcoholic beverages

  • Big, Well-Balanced Breakfast Aids Weight Loss
    (19-Jun-2008)
    It led to almost 40-pound reduction among sedentary, obese women, study found

  • Weight Loss After Gastric Bypass Is Key to Easing Diabetes
    (18-Jun-2008)
    Patients who dropped most pounds went off diabetes meds and into remission, study found

  • Flavoring Food May Promote Weight Loss
    (16-Jun-2008)
    Seasonings and sweeteners called 'tastants' help you feel full, study suggests

  • Flavoring Food May Promote Weight Loss
    (16-Jun-2008)
    Seasonings and sweeteners called 'tastants' help you feel full, study suggests

  • Weight Gain May Not Be Based Just on What You Eat
    (05-Jun-2008)
    Study suggests the brain chemical serotonin influences fat metabolism

  • Eating Habits Not Sole Cause of Thinness or Obesity
    (04-Jun-2008)
    How you eat counts, study says, but nervous system also dictates weight gain, loss

  • Don't Leave Diet Out to Lunch on Vacation
    (26-May-2008)
    Eating out is common while traveling, but it's important to make healthy choices

  • Health Tip: Taming a Sweet Tooth
    (26-May-2008)
    Healthier options for your cravings

  • Health Tip: Keeping Off the Weight
    (22-May-2008)
    Stick with your eating plan

  • Weight-Loss Aids Bought on Internet Might Harm Your Heart
    (15-May-2008)
    Pills, supplements have potentially dangerous ingredients, lack warning labels, study finds

  • Hunger Hormone Makes Food Look More Tasty
    (07-May-2008)
    Study finds those given injections of ghrelin showed activity in brain's reward centers

  • Some Weight-Loss Drugs Might Disrupt Brain Growth in Kids
    (07-May-2008)
    Cannabinoid-blocking receptors thwarted rewiring needed for neural development, mouse study shows

  • Disordered Eating Is Widespread Among U.S. Women
    (25-Apr-2008)
    75% say they behave abnormally around food, survey finds

  • 'Freshman 15' Theory Takes a Pounding
    (06-Apr-2008)
    Research shows weight gain during first year at college far less than thought

  • Obesity Drug Shows Mixed Success Against Atherosclerosis
    (01-Apr-2008)
    Hope is that Acomplia might help fight coronary disease

  • You May Be the Key to Cancer Prevention
    (29-Mar-2008)
    Up to half of cancer deaths could be avoided with lifestyle changes, experts say

  • Starved for Sleep? Watch Your Waistline
    (16-Mar-2008)
    Not enough slumber can contribute to weight gain, experts say

  • Obesity Linked to Poor Prognosis for Some Breast Cancer Patients
    (14-Mar-2008)
    Study focused on locally advanced breast cancer and inflammatory breast cancer

  • Personal Contact Helps Maintain Weight Loss
    (11-Mar-2008)
    Interactive Web sites may also help, at least for a while, study finds

  • Weight-Loss Drug Fights Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
    (05-Mar-2008)
    Surprise finding might help doctors slow, reverse damage done by drinking, researcher says

  • Weight-Loss Drug Fights Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
    (05-Mar-2008)
    Surprise finding might help doctors slow, reverse damage done by drinking, researcher says

  • Cutting Back on Salt Cuts Down on Sodas With Kids
    (21-Feb-2008)
    British researchers suggest reductions could lower chances of heart disease, diabetes

  • Health Tip: Pack a Healthier Lunch
    (12-Feb-2008)
    How to limit fat and calories

  • Most With High Blood Pressure Don't Follow Recommended Diet
    (11-Feb-2008)
    Those who could benefit most have the poorest eating habits

  • Sugar Substitutes May Contribute to Weight Gain
    (11-Feb-2008)
    Saccharin tricked body, slowed down metabolism in rats

  • Low-Carb Diets Better Than Low-Fat Diets at Preventing Diabetes
    (07-Feb-2008)
    Even if coupled with high animal fat and protein, risk did not increase, study claims

  • Putting on Pedometer Helps Walkers Shed Pounds
    (24-Jan-2008)
    The device helps them set, meet goals, study suggests

  • Gastric Lap-Band Surgery Can Send Diabetes Into Remission
    (22-Jan-2008)
    It helps patients shed more pounds than dieting and exercise do, study shows

  • Too Much Sugar-Free Gum Linked to Severe Weight Loss
    (11-Jan-2008)
    2 cases in Germany cite diarrhea due to the sweetener sorbitol

  • New Weight-Loss Drug Shows Promise in Early Study
    (08-Jan-2008)
    But adverse effects include gastrointestinal problems, anxiety

  • Small Lifestyle Changes Can Boost Longevity
    (08-Jan-2008)
    Not smoking, exercising, moderate drinking, eating veggies could add 14 years, study says

  • Diabetes Group Backs Low-Carb Diets
    (28-Dec-2007)
    Recommendations cite importance of restricted calorie intake for diabetics wanting to manage their weight

  • Holidays Don't Have to Leave You Heavier
    (02-Dec-2007)
    Smart choices, even chewing gum, can help keep extra pounds at bay, expert says

  • Lack of Sleep Tied to Weight Gain in New Moms
    (28-Nov-2007)
    But a cause for the connection is still being sought

  • Summer Vacation Undermines School-Based Weight Loss
    (08-Nov-2007)
    Eat-healthy programs work, but kids gain back pounds during holidays, study finds

  • 'Empty-Calorie' Diet Tied to Preclinical Heart Disease
    (06-Nov-2007)
    Regimens heavy on fats, sweets boost the risk, researchers find

  • 'Empty-Calorie' Diet Tied to Preclinical Heart Disease
    (06-Nov-2007)
    Regimens heavy on fats, sweets boost the risk, researchers find

  • Atkins Diet Can Raise Heart Risks
    (06-Nov-2007)
    Other research supports moderate drinking, fasting for cardio health

  • Obesity Leaves More Americans With Physical Limitations
    (06-Nov-2007)
    But some extra weight may not lead to cardiovascular disease and cancer, research finds

  • Calorie-Starved Rats Live Longer: Study
    (02-Nov-2007)
    But most humans couldn't maintain such a low-cal diet, scientists say

  • Diet, Lifestyle Changes Cut Some Infertility Risk
    (02-Nov-2007)
    Food, exercise choices may lower risk by almost 80% for those with ovulatory disorders, study suggests

  • Obesity Linked to Increased Cancer Risk
    (31-Oct-2007)
    Report says exercise and diet can lower chances of malignancies

  • Exercise Helps Overweight Youngsters Learn
    (26-Oct-2007)
    It boosts the mind and the body, study shows

  • Brain's 'Reward Chemical' May Help Spur Obesity
    (25-Oct-2007)
    Fewer dopamine receptors on cells could prompt overeating, study suggests

  • Weight Gain Increases Breast Cancer Risk: Study
    (22-Oct-2007)
    Higher estrogen levels believed to contribute to disease

  • Whole Grains Do a Heart Good
    (22-Oct-2007)
    Cereal cuts cardiovascular risk, as do fruits, veggies, research shows

  • Chocolate Lovers May Be Hard-Wired That Way
    (12-Oct-2007)
    Study finds their metabolism reacts differently to the sweet treat

  • Maintenance Treatment Helps Kids Keep Weight Off
    (09-Oct-2007)
    Effect does wane over time, study finds

  • Inflammatory Substance May Boost Eye Trouble
    (08-Oct-2007)
    C-reactive protein raises odds of age-related macular degeneration, experts say

  • Study Rates Heart Health of Popular Diet Plans
    (05-Oct-2007)
    Ornish beat Atkins, but any weight loss is good for the heart, researchers say

  • Low Doses of Red Wine Chemical May Fight Diabetes
    (02-Oct-2007)
    Resveratrol has already been shown to offer heart benefits

  • Weight Loss Can Control Hypertension
    (28-Sep-2007)
    A 6-month diet restored normal blood pressure, study finds

  • Junk Food, TV Driving Kids to Obesity
    (25-Sep-2007)
    Studies find it's tougher than ever for youngsters to stay healthy

  • Scientists Serve Up Better Fish Batter
    (24-Sep-2007)
    They say they've lowered the fat, kept the crispiness

  • Take Care of Your Heart Before and After Problems
    (24-Sep-2007)
    Healthy blood pressure and weight can help avoid heart failure; rehab can aid recovery

  • Diet Change Can Curb Fatty Liver Disease
    (21-Sep-2007)
    Switching to low-glycemic carbs prevents the lethal illness, study finds

  • Support System Leads to Better Diet, Nutrition
    (20-Sep-2007)
    Women who got phone counseling ate more veggies and fiber, less fat, study found

  • Family Dinners Shape Healthier Eating Habits
    (12-Sep-2007)
    Routine helps teens make better food choices as adults, study finds

  • Weight Gain May Spell Trouble for Heart Failure Patients
    (11-Sep-2007)
    It typically precedes their hospitalization, study finds

  • Experts Sort Out Good Fats From Bad
    (10-Sep-2007)
    New guide helps consumers make healthier food choices

  • Saturated Fat: Even a Little Splurge May Be Too Much
    (09-Sep-2007)
    Fatty meal has immediate, negative effect on heart health, research shows

  • Obesity Doesn't Always Equal Diabetes
    (24-Aug-2007)
    Mouse study suggests that where the fat is stored is key

  • Health Tip: Dangerous Dieting
    (23-Aug-2007)
    Fad or quick weight-loss diets can lead to health problems

  • Parental Stress Can Keep Kids Obese
    (23-Aug-2007)
    Helping children slim down may mean helping parents, study finds

  • Weight-Loss Surgeries Extend Lives
    (22-Aug-2007)
    Studies support expanded use of gastric bypass, banding, experts say

  • Virus Could Help Drive Obesity
    (21-Aug-2007)
    Ad-36 bug pushes stem cells to become fat cells, study finds

  • Early Weight Loss in Women Linked to Dementia
    (20-Aug-2007)
    Study finds a connection, but researchers aren't sure why

  • Health Tip: Talking to Your Doctor About How to Lose Weight
    (17-Aug-2007)
    Suggestions to get you started

  • Guiding Kids to Better Diets Boosts Health
    (14-Aug-2007)
    Learning about saturated fat improved children's cholesterol, study found

  • Low-Carb Diets Combat Metabolic Syndrome
    (20-Jul-2007)
    Researchers find out how the diets seem to reduce appetite, weight

  • Healthiest Diet Made Little Difference to Breast Cancer Survivors
    (17-Jul-2007)
    Regimen exceeding national guidelines didn't protect more from recurrence, study finds

  • Black, White Women Differ on Dieting
    (05-Jul-2007)
    Body image worries a stronger motivator for whites, study finds

  • Counseling Boosts Weight-Loss Program Success
    (03-Jul-2007)
    Frequent meetings, cutting calories helps, study finds

  • It's Never Too Late to Get Healthy
    (28-Jun-2007)
    Even starting in middle age reduces risk of heart disease and death, study shows

  • Portion-Control Dishware Helps Obese Diabetics Lose Weight
    (26-Jun-2007)
    Marked up plates and bowls led to 5% weight loss and cut need for medication

  • Gila Monster Spit Could Be a Weight-Loss Hit
    (25-Jun-2007)
    Chemical in lizard's saliva helps diabetics drop pounds, study finds

  • Immune System Protein Tied to Weight Loss
    (19-Jun-2007)
    Mice without interleukin-18 quickly got fat, study found

  • FDA Shouldn't Approve Diet Drug, Panel Says
    (14-Jun-2007)
    Concern about suicidal thoughts cited by agency advisers

  • Docs Should Tackle Patients' Problem Behaviors All at Once: Study
    (13-Jun-2007)
    Issues like smoking, bad diets were better overcome that way, researchers say

  • Heart Disease a Risk Factor for Alzheimer's
    (11-Jun-2007)
    Patients treated for vascular trouble had better cognition, study found

  • Water-Rich, Low-Fat Foods Encourage Weight Loss
    (08-Jun-2007)
    Fruits, veggies, grains curb appetite, help shed pounds, study finds

  • Study Suggests Keys to Weight Control
    (06-Jun-2007)
    Successful 'losers' stay active, minimize 'screen time' at computers and TV

  • Health Tip: Sensible Ways to Shed Pounds
    (05-Jun-2007)
    Missing meals is a bad idea, AARP says

  • Keeping Weight Off in Youth Pays Off in Old Age
    (22-May-2007)
    Elderly fared better if they'd been trim at 25, 50 years of age, study found

  • New Yorkers Get a Sneak Peek at alli®
    (22-May-2007)
    Weight-loss drug works only if diet and exercise part of the program, maker says

  • A Little Soup Can Help You Lose Weight: Study
    (21-May-2007)
    Other research examines potential treatments for constipation, digestive disorders

  • Calcium Some Help in Preventing Postmenopausal Weight Gain
    (16-May-2007)
    But the effect is small and no substitute for diet and exercise, study finds

  • Insulin Levels May Dictate Success With a Diet
    (15-May-2007)
    People who secrete more of the hormone benefit from a lower-carb, higher-fat plan, study finds

  • Stenting Abdominal Arteries Relieves 'Intestinal Angina'
    (11-May-2007)
    Left untreated, the condition can lead to nausea, weight loss

  • Cut Your Diet's 'Energy Density' and Lose Weight
    (09-May-2007)
    Eating more foods such as soups, fruits and vegetables is key, study finds

  • Dieting Usually Healthy for Older Adults: Study
    (04-May-2007)
    Physical function is unaffected by typical weight loss, researchers say

  • Why Calorie Restriction Might Prolong Life
    (02-May-2007)
    Study revolves around gene that controls response to dietary restrictions

  • New Drug Counteracts Overeating
    (30-Apr-2007)
    It revs up metabolism much like exercise, researchers say

  • U.S. Centers to Launch Major Study of Anorexia
    (31-Mar-2007)
    Developing effective treatments keyed to family support is researchers' goal

  • Americans Not Eating Enough Fruits and Veggies
    (15-Mar-2007)
    National goals for a healthy diet are still not being met, CDC report shows

  • Grocery Lists Don't Guarantee Healthy Choices
    (14-Mar-2007)
    Fat, sugary food selections can sneak in unless you check yourself, study finds

  • Health Tip: Avoid Fad Diets
    (13-Mar-2007)
    They can be unhealthy, and sometimes downright dangerous

  • Resistance to Hormone Leptin Called Key to Obesity
    (07-Mar-2007)
    Study with mice could pave way to new drug therapies, researchers say

  • Atkins Pounds Other Popular Diets in U.S. Test
    (06-Mar-2007)
    But yearlong study can't predict high-fat plan's long-term safety, experts warn

  • Black Soya Beans May Help Prevent Weight Gain
    (26-Feb-2007)
    Rat study suggests they also lower cholesterol, help prevent diabetes

  • Why Weight-Loss Efforts Fail
    (23-Feb-2007)
    Researchers zero in how to succeed the next time

  • FDA OKs 1st Over-the-Counter Weight-Loss Drug
    (08-Feb-2007)
    Alli only works when used with a diet and exercise program

  • Orlistat Approved for Over-the-Counter Sale
    (07-Feb-2007)
    A lower-dose version of adult weight-loss aid

  • Dieting, Exercise Have Same Effect on Body-Fat Distribution
    (30-Jan-2007)
    Study contradicts notion that workouts target specific fat deposits

  • Ex-NFL Linemen Prone to Heart Disease
    (29-Jan-2007)
    Excess weight and inactivity are the key reasons, study says

  • Lap Band Surgery Helps Obese Teens: Study
    (26-Jan-2007)
    The weight-loss procedure is currently only approved for adults in the U.S.

  • U.S. Kids' Health Habits Put Them at Risk
    (26-Jan-2007)
    Only about 2% meet current guidelines for exercise and diet, study finds

  • Taking the Hype Out of Hypnotherapy
    (23-Jan-2007)
    It can ease pain, anxiety and addiction, but beware of false claims

  • Genes May Spur Some Childhood Obesity
    (17-Jan-2007)
    Mutations change activity of 'fat hormone' leptin, researchers say

  • Health Tip: Don't Miss Breakfast
    (13-Jan-2007)
    It can actually help you lose weight

  • Low-Income Minorities at Risk for Peripheral Artery Disease
    (12-Jan-2007)
    Study urges importance of education, screenings to help curb amputations in worst cases

  • Girls Most Likely to Gain Weight as Pre-Teens
    (08-Jan-2007)
    Report urges interventions before the age of 9 or 10

  • Boost Your Health With Spices
    (06-Jan-2007)
    Substituting herbs for salts and fats contributes to a better diet, expert says

  • Study Raises Questions About Weight-Loss Drugs
    (05-Jan-2007)
    It says long-term reviews are needed to assess their benefits and risks

  • Media Might Fuel Eating Disorders
    (02-Jan-2007)
    Study found teens who read weight-loss articles more likely to practice unhealthy behaviors

  • Most Americans Want Public Policies to Prevent Obesity
    (28-Dec-2006)
    But incentives like employer tax breaks may not be enough, experts say

  • Draw Up a Holiday Dining Plan
    (24-Dec-2006)
    Make a resolution to control what you eat -- and the new year won't seem so, well, weighty

  • Weight Loss May Cut Prostate Cancer Risk
    (22-Dec-2006)
    Obesity, on the other hand, boosts odds of more aggressive disease, study finds

  • Make the Holiday Buffet Your Friend This Season
    (17-Dec-2006)
    Smaller portions are key to healthy indulgence, expert says

  • Kids With High IQs Grow Up to Be Vegetarians
    (15-Dec-2006)
    The smarter they are, the more likely they'll shun meat as adults, British researchers contend

  • Restricting Calories Boosts the Immune System
    (08-Dec-2006)
    And that may be a key to a longer life, study with monkeys suggests

  • New Diabetes Drug Improves Blood Sugar, Weight Loss
    (05-Dec-2006)
    Acomplia also looks promising for other risk factors, study finds

  • Underweight Women More Likely to Miscarry
    (04-Dec-2006)
    Better diet before pregnancy can cut risk in half, study finds

  • Diabetes Drug Halts Weight Gain in Kids Taking Antipsychotics
    (01-Dec-2006)
    Metformin may allow children to stay healthy mentally and physically, study finds

  • Workouts Help Ward Off Cancer's Return
    (30-Nov-2006)
    Just 1 to 3 hours of exercise per week may be protective, experts say

  • Frequent Weight Change Raises Men's Gallstone Risk
    (28-Nov-2006)
    The most dramatic 'weight cycling' boosted odds by 76 percent, study found

  • Heavier Young Women at Lower Breast Cancer Risk
    (28-Nov-2006)
    But overweight is linked to other health woes, experts warn

  • Tips to Lighten That Thanksgiving Meal
    (23-Nov-2006)
    How to serve the traditional feast without a portion of guilt

  • Staying Trim on Turkey Day
    (22-Nov-2006)
    Expert offers hosts, guests help on avoiding holiday weight-gain

  • Health Tip: Keep a Food Diary
    (20-Nov-2006)
    Tracking what you eat may help you shed pounds

  • Bad Diet? Urine Test May Tell
    (17-Nov-2006)
    It's a quick, cheap way for doctors to assess eating habits, study finds

  • Low-Carb Diet Can Be Heart-Healthy
    (13-Nov-2006)
    But get dietary fats from plant sources, not meat, experts say

  • Regular Exercise Helps Obese Teens' Hearts
    (03-Nov-2006)
    But a push from parents is crucial to keeping kids healthy, experts say

  • Health Tip: Children Can Become Obese, Too
    (03-Nov-2006)
    Suggestions to avoid a life-long problem

  • Lowering Body Temperature Extends Life Spans of Mice
    (02-Nov-2006)
    Results were attained without dietary restriction, but some question study's conclusions

  • Americans Fall Prey to Weight-Loss Supplement 'Hype'
    (27-Oct-2006)
    Many mistakenly believe these products are tested and safe, survey finds

  • Weight-Loss Drug Helps Diabetic Patients
    (27-Oct-2006)
    Yet-to-be-approved rimonabant kept blood sugar in check, study found

  • Healthy Diets Beat Exercise for Weight Loss
    (18-Oct-2006)
    Workouts probably won't work on their own, researchers say

  • College Women Favor Nutrition Over Exercise
    (17-Oct-2006)
    When shedding pounds, 79.1% of men said they'd never tried a diet, study finds

  • College Women Favor Nutrition Over Exercise
    (17-Oct-2006)
    When shedding pounds, 79.1% of men said they'd never tried a diet, study finds

  • Low-Cal Drinks Help Teens Trim Down
    (15-Oct-2006)
    Study found some lost a pound a month

  • Vigilance Is the Price of Weight Control
    (11-Oct-2006)
    Successful dieters keep pounds off with a scale and ready-to-use action plans, study finds

  • Gain Weight, Lose Brain Power?
    (10-Oct-2006)
    Study links added pounds to slightly poorer cognition

  • Health Tip: Potbellies Can Trigger Back Pain
    (06-Oct-2006)
    Puts a strain on the muscles

  • Weight-Loss Drug Falls Flat
    (03-Oct-2006)
    Diet and exercise still the best prescription for dropping pounds

  • Expanding Portions, Expanding Waistlines
    (02-Oct-2006)
    Excessive servings are at the root of much weight gain, experts say

  • New Weight-Loss Drug Shows Promise
    (29-Sep-2006)
    Contrave users lost 7 percent of weight in 6 months, study found

  • Many Americans Fed Up With Fad Diets
    (27-Sep-2006)
    Survey suggests specialized regimens are falling out of favor

  • Restricted Diet May Help Prevent Alzheimer's
    (24-Sep-2006)
    Low-calorie intake influenced a variety of age-related diseases in monkey study

  • Weight Concerns Spur Women to Smoke Again After Pregnancy
    (22-Sep-2006)
    Finding helps explain high postpartum relapse rate, experts say

  • Low-Cal Athletic Diets Risk Stress Fractures
    (22-Sep-2006)
    'Disordered eating' in female competitors releases fewer protective hormones

  • Anti-Fat Protein Keeps Overeating Mice Slim
    (18-Sep-2006)
    But experts question its potential for humans

  • Brown Seaweed May Be a Fat Fighter
    (11-Sep-2006)
    Compound targets abdominal fat in animal studies

  • Health Tip: Eat Properly
    (08-Sep-2006)
    Eat fruits and veggies, avoid too much sugar and fat

  • Higher Protein Diet Helps Keep Hunger Away
    (05-Sep-2006)
    Animal studies illuminate mechanism that boosts hormone controlling weight

  • Experts Offer Tips to Healthy Exercise
    (02-Sep-2006)
    Just 30 minutes a day helps you stay strong, they say

  • High-Cal, Low-Fiber Diets Driving Kids to Obesity
    (22-Aug-2006)
    One expert blames this regimen for epidemic of overweight

  • Sleep Apnea in Children Linked to Lower IQ Scores, Learning Impairment
    (22-Aug-2006)
    Whether damage is permanent or reversible needs further investigation, study says

  • Battle of the Sexes: Body Health Is What They See
    (11-Aug-2006)
    Companion studies show how men and women differ in diet, exercise behaviors to alter looks

  • Poor Heart Health Raises Bariatric Surgery Risk
    (08-Aug-2006)
    In very obese patients, it led to longer procedures and more post-op complications

  • 'Sweet Tooth' Types Drawn to Fruit
    (26-Jul-2006)
    Study finding may help keep diets healthy, experts say

  • Bigger Tableware Helps Widen Waistlines
    (25-Jul-2006)
    In study, people ate more when using larger spoons, bowls

  • Body's Brain Link to Hunger Identified
    (20-Jul-2006)
    Finding could pave way for new, safer diet drugs, researchers say

  • Gene Variant Ups Type 2 Diabetes Risk
    (19-Jul-2006)
    But lifestyle changes, such as exercise, counteract effects of this gene, study suggests

  • Diet, Supplements Do Little for Cancer Patients
    (18-Jul-2006)
    Review of research finds little benefit for vitamins and such, but better studies are needed, experts say

  • Gastric-Bypass Surgery Best for Super Obese: Study
    (18-Jul-2006)
    But some weight-loss experts say the trial was too short and lacked enough patients

  • Never Say 'D-I-E-T'
    (15-Jul-2006)
    Constant dieting can be harmful to your health and even promote obesity, experts say

  • Calorie-Rich 'Splurge' Shouldn't Defeat Dieters
    (09-Jul-2006)
    Experts offer tips to help keep summer weight-loss goals in sight

  • Quitting Smoking Boosts Weight By 21 Pounds
    (07-Jul-2006)
    That's nearly double the average gain previously reported, researchers say

  • Calcium Supplements Help Curb Weight Gain in Middle Age
    (06-Jul-2006)
    They do more than strengthen bones for this age group, study suggests

  • Five Steps Help Men Live Longer
    (04-Jul-2006)
    Exercise, healthy diet, no smoking, staying trim and moderate drinking are key, study finds

  • New Guide May Help Lower Blood Pressure
    (03-Jul-2006)
    Government health experts offering up revised DASH diet booklet

  • New Heart Guidelines Add Exercise to Healthy Diet
    (19-Jun-2006)
    This combo is the best route to cardiovascular health, American Heart Association says

  • Fewer Calories May Mean Longer Life
    (08-Jun-2006)
    Just a little less food each day may slow aging, rat study shows

  • Even Small Weight Gains Up GERD Risk
    (31-May-2006)
    Study found those of normal weight who put on a few pounds had more gastrointestinal problems

  • 'Supermoms' Tend to Be Slimmer
    (16-May-2006)
    Study finds working mothers keep the weight off better than stay-at-home moms

  • U.S. Experts Issue New Heart Disease Treatment Guidelines
    (15-May-2006)
    Among the changes: a lower recommended dose of daily aspirin, and more exercise

  • Scientists Cut Through the Secrets of Fat
    (04-May-2006)
    A scissors-like enzyme gives fat cells the room they need to grow

  • Free Guidebooks Make for Heart-Healthy Reading
    (26-Apr-2006)
    Experts at U.S. National Institutes of Health offer exercise, diet tips

  • Researchers Will Test 'Fat-Dissolving' Therapy Claims
    (21-Apr-2006)
    The treatment is gaining in popularity, but its safety and effectiveness are unknown

  • Many Obese Don't See the Problem
    (04-Apr-2006)
    They often label themselves normal-weight or slightly overweight, study finds

  • Belly Fat May Bring Labored Breathing
    (04-Apr-2006)
    Women with high amounts of this fat breathed less easily during exercise

  • More Than 80 Percent of College Women Diet
    (31-Mar-2006)
    Skipping breakfast, smoking among the unhealthiest methods they use, study finds

  • Everyday Foods May Yield Medicinal Benefits
    (28-Mar-2006)
    Chives, grape seeds and pine nut oil all show early promise, researchers say

  • Diabetics Misguided on 'Healthy' Weight
    (20-Mar-2006)
    Two-thirds of obese diabetics call overweight 'ideal' for health, study found

  • Eat Cholesterol-Lowering Foods in Combination: Study
    (18-Mar-2006)
    Choosing the right foods lowered blood fats just as well as drug therapy

  • Low-Cal Drinks Help Teens Stay Trim
    (07-Mar-2006)
    Switching from high-calorie beverages makes big difference, study suggests

  • 'Spare Tire' Might Protect Men During Car Accident
    (01-Mar-2006)
    A little extra weight may act as padding, study finds -- but only for men

  • New Weight-Loss Drug Shows Promise
    (14-Feb-2006)
    Trial results look good, but experts say rimonabant isn't a 'magic bullet'

  • Health Tip: Caffeine Is No Weight-Loss Solution
    (13-Feb-2006)
    Affects water retention, but effects are temporary

  • Program Gets Teens Off the Couch
    (08-Feb-2006)
    Doctor-guided initiative increased exercise rates and improved diet

  • Health Tip: Getting to a Healthy Weight
    (03-Feb-2006)
    BMI is what counts

  • Obesity Might Be Catching
    (30-Jan-2006)
    Infectious viruses may make fat cells fatter, researchers claim

  • Modest Weight Loss Boosts Bladder Control
    (27-Jan-2006)
    Overweight women at risk for diabetes saw real improvements, study found

  • Controversial Weight-Loss Drug May Go Over-the-Counter
    (24-Jan-2006)
    But as FDA weighs approval, critics voice concerns about Xenical

  • Hormone Could Serve as an Antidepressant
    (19-Jan-2006)
    Leptin already seen as key to weight loss, researchers say

  • Low-Cal Diets: For the Young at Heart
    (17-Jan-2006)
    Nutritious, calorie-reduced eating slows cardiac aging, study finds

  • Low-Fat Diets Help Postmenopausal Women
    (03-Jan-2006)
    Such eating plans, high in carbs, don't cause weight gain, WHI study finds

  • Trans Fat Food Labels Are Coming
    (30-Dec-2005)
    Starting New Year's Day, labeling also will list potential allergens

  • Party Hearty, Then Ease It Down
    (26-Dec-2005)
    Some tips for holiday weight control

  • Health Tip: Dieting During the Holidays
    (23-Dec-2005)
    It's not easy, but try to stay on track

  • Hold on to Health During the Holidays
    (23-Dec-2005)
    If jingle bells jangle nerves and send you snacking, simple tips can help

  • Marijuana Munchies Hold Weight-Loss Clues
    (22-Dec-2005)
    New insights on need to feed that comes with pot smoking

  • Fight Off That Freshman Flab
    (17-Dec-2005)
    Research shows college kids can beat back weight gain

  • Fruit Sugars Might Speed Obesity
    (15-Dec-2005)
    They may interfere with insulin to increase weight gain, experts say

  • New Spanish-Language Food Pyramid Launched
    (08-Dec-2005)
    'MiPirámide' aimed at U.S. Hispanics at high risk for obesity

  • Hormone Key to Keeping Weight Off
    (01-Dec-2005)
    Finding could help people stay slim after dieting, study suggests

  • Trigger for Obesity Identified
    (21-Nov-2005)
    Finding could lead to new drug therapies, researchers say

  • Diet Drug Works Best With Healthy Eating, Exercise
    (16-Nov-2005)
    Meridia study found weight loss doubled if patients also changed lifestyles

  • Appetite Suppressing Hormone Discovered
    (10-Nov-2005)
    But will the research with rodents prove useful for people?

  • Scientists Uncover Protein's Weight-Loss Secrets
    (09-Nov-2005)
    Rat study suggests low-carb diets trigger "all full" signal in brain

  • Sleep Apnea May Raise Risk of Stroke, Death
    (09-Nov-2005)
    Study provides first real link to troubled nighttime breathing

  • Ravenous Rodents Give Dieting Clues
    (07-Nov-2005)
    Rat studies suggest stress plus tempting treats triggers binge-eating

  • Widening Waistlines Raise Kidney Risks
    (04-Nov-2005)
    Heavier men face higher odds of organ dysfunction, research shows

  • Which Diet Is Best? The One That Works for You
    (04-Nov-2005)
    Weight-loss plans should be paired with success strategies, experts say

  • Fondness for Fatty Foods May Be Built In
    (02-Nov-2005)
    Could tongues be equipped with a 'fat sensor'?

  • Health Tip: Foods That Are Naturally Low Fat
    (01-Nov-2005)
    Some foods are healthy from the start

  • Child's Growth Predicts Adult Heart Woes
    (26-Oct-2005)
    Low birthweight, a failure to thrive, then adding fat boost risks, study finds

  • Health Tip: Diet Sensibly
    (18-Oct-2005)
    How you burn energy is key

  • Slimming Down Heats Up Sex Lives
    (17-Oct-2005)
    For the obese, losing weight can have romantic rewards, study finds

  • Americans Look for Health on the Menu
    (17-Oct-2005)
    Survey finds nutrition plays increasing role in dining-out choices

  • Obesity Linked to Fat Gain in Muscles
    (14-Oct-2005)
    Finding could explain why very overweight have trouble losing pounds

  • Hormone May Be Key to Fat Digestion
    (14-Oct-2005)
    Newly identified compound helps control bile acid production

  • Experts Define Traits Driving Eating Disorders
    (23-Sep-2005)
    Perfectionism, anxiety and age at first period are all key, they say

  • Most Americans Don't Link Tummy Fat With Heart Disease
    (19-Sep-2005)
    Sixty percent are unaware this type of obesity threatens the heart, survey finds

  • Health Tip: Don't Skip Meals
    (15-Sep-2005)
    It could cause you to gain weight

  • Couch Potatoes Threatened by 'Visceral' Fat
    (14-Sep-2005)
    This type of fat lying around organs is especially unhealthy, experts warn

  • Morning Cereal Helps Girls Stay Slim
    (09-Sep-2005)
    Study finds a high-fiber breakfast can benefit teens

  • Can the Brain Be 'Tricked' to Help You Lose Weight?
    (26-Aug-2005)
    British study says new hormone treatment may do just that

  • Weight Linked to Breast Cancer in Women With Gene Mutation
    (20-Aug-2005)
    Losing 10 pounds cut the risk by 65 percent, study finds

  • Yoga Yields Weight Loss in Middle Age
    (05-Aug-2005)
    Benefits may be linked to 'mindful' changes in health habits, experts say

  • Health Tip: Don't Overdo Exercise
    (04-Aug-2005)
    Suggestions for a safe workout

  • Got GERD? Weight Loss May Help
    (02-Aug-2005)
    Extra pounds double risk of digestive disorder, study finds

  • Atkins Company To Slim Itself Down
    (01-Aug-2005)
    Bankruptcy filing marks end of 'low-carb' diet craze, some say

  • Fructose Sweetener Spurs Obesity
    (29-Jul-2005)
    It may affect metabolism while boosting calories, experts say

  • Weight Loss Takes Load Off Knees
    (27-Jul-2005)
    Dieting might slow osteoarthritis of the joint, researchers say

  • Weight-Loss Surgeries Skyrocketing
    (12-Jul-2005)
    Study found number of procedures quadrupled between 1998 and 2002

  • Lose Weight, Gain Income
    (08-Jul-2005)
    Bank balances rise as the pounds melt away, study finds

  • Health Tip: Appetite Control
    (04-JUL-2005)
    Suggestions to avoid overeating

  • You've Got (Healthy) Mail
    (30-JUN-2005)
    Weekly e-reminders helped workers lose weight

  • Obesity Sends Health Costs Soaring
    (27-JUN-2005)
    Study pegs weight gain as major factor behind U.S. spending

  • Heart Association Diet Book Offers Recipe for Success
    (16-JUN-2005)
    'No-Fad Diet' urges Americans to 'think smart, eat well and move more'

  • Xenical Helps Teens Trim Pounds
    (14-JUN-2005)
    Study found it worked when combined with good diet and exercise

  • Exercise Won't Harm Aging Bones
    (08-JUN-2005)
    In fact, vigorous workouts may strengthen them, study finds

  • CDC: Being Overweight or Obese Not Healthy
    (02-JUN-2005)
    Agency holds news conference to counter its own recent report

  • Kids Can Be Taught to Eat Right
    (01-JUN-2005)
    Nutrition education program yields heart-healthy results

  • Some Eating Disorder Web Sites Discourage Recovery: Study
    (20-MAY-2005)
    Glorification of this often-fatal disorder is flourishing, researchers find

  • Income May Help Fuel Obesity, Study Finds
    (02-MAY-2005)
    Money is no protection against extra pounds, researchers say

  • Excess Weight, High Cholesterol Tax Older Women's Arteries
    (02-MAY-2005)
    More evidence exercise can protect the female heart after menopause

  • Exercise, Diet Aid Youthful Obesity
    (29-APR-2005)
    Studies show some success in lowering heart risk markers

  • Mesotherapy Not Proven as Weight-Loss Method
    (27-APR-2005)
    Experts caution against injections of medications, plant extracts into fatty tissue

  • Weight-Loss Drug Shows Further Promise in European Trial
    (15-APR-2005)
    Results for rimonabant trial parallel those of American study

  • Liver Protein Points to Anti-Obesity Drugs
    (12-APR-2005)
    The LXR protein may tell the body to store up fat

  • Certain Diet Drugs Can Help Boost Weight Loss
    (05-APR-2005)
    And for the severely obese, weight-reduction surgery is best, studies find

  • Atkins Introduces New Carb Labelling
    (29-MAR-2005)
    'Net Atkins Count' to replace 'net carbs'

  • New Theory on Why Low-Carb Diets Work
    (14-MAR-2005)
    When researchers restricted carbs, dieters simply ate less

  • Diet, Exercise a Real Shortcut to Health
    (03-MAR-2005)
    Study shows big results come within 6 weeks

  • Clue to Controlling Appetite Found
    (21-FEB-2005)
    Discovery could one day lead to weight-loss pill in humans

  • Health Tip: Controlling Hunger While Dieting
    (10-FEB-2005)
    The first step is to avoid trigger foods

  • Bread is Back! Or So Hopes the Industry
    (04-FEB-2005)
    Grain Foods Foundation launches pro-bread campaign

  • Genes May Influence Weight Gain in Adults
    (25-JAN-2005)
    for about 50% of change in body mass index

  • Weight-Loss Supplements: Do They Work?
    (15-JAN-2005)
    Despite testimonials, safety and efficacy questions remain

  • Muscle Loss Can Point to Heart Failure
    (14-JAN-2005)
    Study shows how angiotensin II leads to weight loss

  • Health Tip: Beware of Phony Diets
    (10-JAN-2005)
    Diet scam could rob you of money, health

  • Health Tip: Profile of a Weight Loser
    (06-JAN-2005)
    Surprise! They eat breakfast.

  • Diet Fare Matters Less Than Diet Devotion
    (04-JAN-2005)
    No popular weight-loss plan stands out, but perseverance is key, study finds

  • Don't Reserve Resolutions for New Year's Eve
    (31-DEC-2004)
    Hectic holiday season not best time for reflection, but summer is, expert suggests

  • Sleep Loss May Cause Weight Gain
    (07-DEC-2004)
    inds

  • Study Finds Health Benefit in Low-Glycemic Diet
    (29-NOV-2004)
    Cuts risk factors for heart disease, diabetes better than low-fat diet

  • Staying Safe, Stress-Free For Thanksgiving
    (25-NOV-2004)
    Tips on eating right and easing anxieties

  • Obesity Raises Risk of Abnormal Heartbeat
    (23-NOV-2004)
    More weight means more likelihood of atrial fibrillation

  • Health Tip: Don't Gain Holiday Weight
    (22-NOV-2004)
    How to keep from adding pounds

  • Obesity a Major Obstacle to Good Sex Life
    (19-NOV-2004)
    Extra weight depletes desire, performance, study finds

  • Study Shows Simple Steps to Painless Dieting
    (18-NOV-2004)
    Smaller portions, better ingredients, and 800 calories a day disappear

  • Sifting Through Low-Carb Craze
    (14-NOV-2004)
    Experts caution that lack of standards makes it hard to measure carbohydrates

  • Health Tip: Resist Temptation
    (12-NOV-2004)
    Ways to avoid holiday overeating

  • Health Tip: A Slow Burn
    (11-NOV-2004)
    Calories don't melt away in a flash

  • Unsound Bodies Lead to Unsound Minds
    (10-NOV-2004)
    Study ties couch potato lifestyle to dementia in elderly

  • Weight Gain a Heart Risk for Diabetics
    (08-NOV-2004)
    Adding pounds increases odds of trouble, researchers say

  • Health Tip: Don't Forget the Veggies
    (01-NOV-2004)
    Low-carb dieters shouldn't forgo plant-based foods

  • Health Tip: Diet and Portion Control
    (29-OCT-2004)
    It's key to losing and maintaining weight

  • Ephedrine Can Cause Sudden Death
    (14-OCT-2004)
    Supplement created potentially fatal heart rhythms in dogs

  • Workers of America, Lose Weight!
    (06-SEP-2004)
    Employers can help fight the nation's obesity epidemic, experts say

  • Weight-Loss Products Not Always Safe
    (03-SEP-2004)
    Those that contain Seville orange herb ineffective and potentially dangerous

  • Atkins Diet Works, But for How Long?
    (02-SEP-2004)
    Long-term health effects remain unclear, study finds

  • Most Kids Have Dieted by 10th Grade
    (31-AUG-2004)
    Study finds 84% have tried losing weight by age 14

  • Diet With the 'Right Carbs' Seems to Boost Health
    (26-AUG-2004)
    Low-glycemic-index plan is better than low-fat or low-carb diets, study says

  • Grapefruit Lowers Weight, Fights Cancer
    (25-AUG-2004)
    Studies find benefits to eating the citrus

  • Food Pyramid Up for Restructure
    (20-AUG-2004)
    USDA's basic food guide is still relevant, but is anyone heeding its message?

  • Which Diet is Best? The One That Works for You
    (13-AUG-2004)
    Whether low-carb or low-fat, cutting calories is the key

  • Study Highlights Keys to Weight Loss
    (05-AUG-2004)
    They include readiness to take action, and increased self-confidence

  • Obesity Surgery Doesn't Just Shrink Stomach
    (12-JUL-2004)
    Also lowers levels of hunger hormone, study says

  • Weight-Loss Regimen for Diabetics Questioned
    (12-JUL-2004)
    Small number of pounds shed may not be worth it in long run

  • Study: Artificial Sweeteners Lead to Overeating
    (08-JUL-2004)
    Industry isn't sweet on rat research, though


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