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Smaller Bites May Prevent Overeating

A recent study found that smaller bites reduce food intake even during distracted eating.

 

Eating while distracted generally makes people eat more without being aware of it, but reducing bite sizes may be able to counter this effect, Continue reading »

 

When it comes to losing weight, a popular New Year’s resolution for many, people often focus on eating less and exercising more. Continue reading »

 

Obese Kids Face Immediate Health Risks

A new UCLA study reveals the immediate consequences of childhood obesity and finds that obese youngsters are at far greater risk than had been supposed.

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Physicians Admit Feeling Under Qualified to Treat Obesity

According to a new study led by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, primary care physicians agree they may not be the best health care professionals to give weight related counseling.

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When you’re postmenopausal and overweight, losing weight is a good thing, but gaining back just a few pounds may actually be detrimental to your cardiovascular health. Continue reading »

 

Small Changes for Weight Loss

Making small easy changes to our eating habits can lead to sustainable weight loss, according to research by Professor Brian Wansink in Cornell University’s Food and Brand Lab.

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