The holiday season is looming, and Americans gain 1 to 10 pounds, on average, between Thanksgiving and Valentine’s Day. Between office parties and family gatherings, it may be impossible to avoid sugary, carb-heavy foods completely. But you can stay in control of your cravings and avoid going eating overboard....
Channel your inner chef. A new study by John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found those who cook at home eat healthier and consume fewer calories than those who eat out more frequently....
When you need some extra fuel, a high-protein snack will do the trick without packing on the pounds. Protein is an essential building block in all cells of the body. Protein aids in building and repairing muscles, helping you maintain muscle mass, which boosts metabolism, as you lose weight. Plus, high-protein foods keep you feeling full, making for a staple in a snack or a meal....
Who would ever think that going to a restaurant could be a stressful event? But for millions of people trying to lose weight, it's a reality. Between the tantalizing dish options and social fear of being labeled 'the dull one' by friends, it takes a lot of willpower to stay on track. Or does it? There are actually a few tricks you can rely on to ensure that you don't stray from your plan and still have a good time. ...
Have you ever thought to yourself, "Is the food I'm eating really as healthy as others claim?" Some foods are packaged to look like they're good for you when in fact they're anything but. For those trying to lose weight, here are some health food imposters to watch out for while grocery shopping:...
Over the years, two key indicators have measured a person's health risk due to weight: pounds (or kilograms) and body mass index (BMI). While that still holds true today, research has determined that these factors alone do not tell the whole story. In order to accurately assess your true health risk, you need to know your body's composition. That is, a reading of fat, muscle and water percentage will give you critical information for creating an effective strategy for safe, long-lasting weight loss....
In case you didn't know, it's National Women's Health Week. As doctor who specializes in obesity medicine, I'm grateful for this event because it gives me the opportunity to encourage women everywhere to take the time to reflect on their health. As a medical provider who specializes in obesity medicine, I specifically want to raise awareness about the specific risks excess weight and body fat pose to women. Sorry guys, you'll get your turn soon. ...
Think of your simple grocery list as part of that plan. If you call the right plays (that is, list the right types of food) before you step onto the field, you're more likely to win the game and see weight loss results....
Obesity leads to the development of other serious chronic diseases like Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and even cancer. We can't heed that warning enough. While excess weight is often cited as the root cause of many chronic conditions, there's actually another sinister agent contributing to the development of obesity itself. Once called "the secret killer" by Time Magazine, chronic inflammation has become a major concern for medical providers and their patients in achieving good health and wellbeing....
The entertainer Will Rogers famously once said, "Advertising is the art of convincing people to spend money they don't have for something they don't need." It's a very cynical view on the value of advertising to be sure. But when it comes to the advertising of food, it evokes some thought-provoking questions....