A new, long-term diet study published in November 2017 the American Heart Association journal, Circulation, used MRI imaging technology for the first time to plot the diverse changes in an array of body organ fat storage pools during 18 months of Mediterranean/low-carb (Med/LC) and low-fat diets, with and without moderate physical exercise. The CENTRAL MRI… Continue reading Worried About Holiday Weight Gain? Your Scale Isn’t Giving You the Whole Picture.
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Artificial Sweeteners Linked to Risk of Weight Gain, Heart Disease, and Other Health Issues
Artificial sweeteners may be associated with long-term weight gain and increased risk of obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease, according to a study published in July 2017 in Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ). The study was conducted by researchers from the University of Manitoba’s George & Fay Yee Centre for Healthcare Innovation and… Continue reading Artificial Sweeteners Linked to Risk of Weight Gain, Heart Disease, and Other Health Issues
Stopping Vacation Weight Gain
What many people have long suspected turns out to be right: Yes, you do gain weight on vacation. It’s true that what the average person gains might seem like a negligible amount. (According to a study from the University of Georgia, the exact number is 0.7 of a pound). There’s a catch, though: Donald Hensrud,… Continue reading Stopping Vacation Weight Gain
10 Surprising Reasons Why You Are Gaining or Not Losing Weight
When we see people who are overweight, many commonly assume that the individual is overeating and not exercising. Neither of these instances is cause for prejudice, fat shaming or other negatives. There are men and women who seemingly do everything right when it comes to diet and exercise and they are either gaining weight or simply unable… Continue reading 10 Surprising Reasons Why You Are Gaining or Not Losing Weight
Eating While Walking Around Could Lead to Weight Gain
In a study published August 20th 2015 in the Journal of Health Psychology, researchers from the University of Surrey in the UK have found dieters who eat “on the go” may increase their food intake later in the day, which could lead to weight gain and obesity. The findings from the study also showed that… Continue reading Eating While Walking Around Could Lead to Weight Gain
Prostate-Cancer Treatment Can be Fatal In Less Serious Cases
Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), a common treatment for advanced prostate cancer, has been linked with increased risk of death in men with localized cancer and longer life expectancies, according researchers at Henry Ford Hospital. In ADT, an injectable or implanted medication is used to disrupt the body’s ability to make testosterone. In patients with advanced… Continue reading Prostate-Cancer Treatment Can be Fatal In Less Serious Cases
Stuff the Turkey, Not Yourself: 10 Stay-Slim Tips for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is almost here, which means football, family, food, food, and more food. According to the Calorie Control Council, the average American may eat more than 4,500 calories and 229 grams of fat! These figures don’t count breakfast or late-night snacking on leftovers, so many people probably eat well over 5,000 or 6,000 calories. No… Continue reading Stuff the Turkey, Not Yourself: 10 Stay-Slim Tips for Thanksgiving
How Sugar and Artificial Sweeteners Affect Your Health
We know that sugar isn’t an optimal ingredient in our food. But how undesirable is it, and are artificial sweeteners a good substitute? If you’ve ever struggled with your sweet tooth, you should know more about what you’re fighting. Here, experts from the National Institutes of Health share their knowledge: First, we need one kind… Continue reading How Sugar and Artificial Sweeteners Affect Your Health
Curbing Weight Gain on Insulin
By Mayo Clinic Staff Weight gain is a common side effect for people who take insulin — a hormone that regulates the absorption of sugar (glucose) by cells. However, controlling your weight is not only possible, but also an important part of your overall diabetes management plan. The link between insulin and weight gain When… Continue reading Curbing Weight Gain on Insulin
Depression: Supporting a Family Member or Friend
Helping someone with depression can be a challenge. If someone in your life has depression, you may feel helpless and wonder what to do. Learn how to offer support and understanding and how to help your loved one get the resources to cope with depression. Here’s what you can do. Learn The Signs and Symptoms… Continue reading Depression: Supporting a Family Member or Friend