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Are you trying to lose those pesky pounds gained over the holiday season? Instead of turning to a fad diet in search of a quick fix, try healthy eating and physical activity, say experts. The British Dietetic Association (BDA) says there are many varied "fad" diets offering miracle weight...
Too much time in front of the television has long been linked to childhood obesity. But new research by the University of California, Los Angeles, now suggests it’s the commercials that are making kids fat. Although the effect was seen among all children studied, it was strongest for...
According to a team of U.S. doctors, obesity screening should start in the cradle. In a recent study, the doctors found that half of the nation's children with weight problems became overweight before age two. The "critical period for preventing childhood obesity" in the...
From intimate meals to decadent desserts, couples across the globe will be celebrating romance this weekend. Love it or hate it, Valentine's Day remains one of the biggest restaurant nights of the year - one that often involves heavy dinners. But with a few tips and some planning, you can get...
The winter holidays have passed, the weather is warming up and outdoor activity has become convenient and enjoyable once again. Spring is officially in the air – which means the summer swimsuit season is just around the corner. To prepare for the return to a skimpier wardrobe, consider...
The health burden of obesity in the United States has overtaken that of smoking, according to a new study examing the relative effects of the two problems on quality of life, mortality and morbidity. More than a third of the nation's population is now obese, and nearly the same proportion is...
With the leaves changing color, the weather cooling off and Thanksgiving only weeks away, it’s time to raid the closet again in search of a bulkier wardrobe. However, this should not signal an end to weight loss and physical fitness efforts. In fact, many people gain weight in the autumn...
A study published in the Journal of Food Science indicates that people who use low-calorie, sugar-free foods and beverages have better quality diets. This Health and Home Report segment includes Madeleine Sigman-Grant, Ph.D., R.D., with the University of Nevada and John Foreyt, Ph.D. director of...
An apple a day may keep the doctor away but according to a group of Australian researchers, a fiber-rich diet could hold the key to keeping asthma, diabetes and arthritis at bay. Scientists at Sydney's Garvan Institute of Medical Research say that fiber boosts the immune system so it can better...
According to research from the Calorie Control Council, the average American may consume more than 4,500 calories and a whopping 229 grams of fat from snacking and eating a traditional holiday dinner with turkey and all the trimmings. And these figures don't even include breakfast or the late...
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