Tag Archives: weight loss research

There are many known risks associated with obesity. Heart disease, type-2 diabetes, increased risk of depression and mood disorders—all of these are realities for the millions of people in the United States who are struggling with excess body weight. But there is one segment of the population who may be at an even increased risk associated with obesity: men. [Read more]

In a decision that could shape the way our country deals with the obesity epidemic in coming years, the American Medical Association (AMA) officially recognized obesity as a disease at its annual meeting of delegates. [Read more]

According to the director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse, food could be as addictive as drugs. [Read more]

Scientists have learned that even just short stints of physical activity boost the levels of a protein called BDNF (brain derived neuron factor). [Read more]

If you are very overweight and haven’t had success with other diets, then you may want to consider weight loss surgery. [Read more]

As you work towards your weight loss goal, it is important to ensure that you are meeting adequate nutrient levels in your diet. [Read more]

There has been quite a bit of information published lately about the effect of sleep loss on our mental and physical well-being. [Read more]

A new study reports that people who lose weight may also be improving their oral health. [Read more]

Recent studies explained the effects of calcium on weight loss and management. [Read more]

Researchers discovered that people of average weight actually eat more snacks plus meals during the day as compared to the overweight. [Read more]