There’s no doubt that obesity is a growing problem in America. In 1962, obesity affected 13 percent of Americans. By 2000, the percentage of obese Americans had grown to 31…
Extra Calories, Low Protein Are Culprits in Weight Gain
It’s too many calories, not too much protein, that leads to unhealthy weight gain associated with overeating, new research suggests. In a “do-not-try-this-at-home” study, 25 healthy participants followed diets containing different levels of…
It’s Not What You Eat, But How Much, That Matters
“It’s all about calories in versus calories out.” This popular weight loss adage, which claims that all you have to do is burn more calories than you consume to lose weight,…
Restaurant Calorie Counts Can Miss the Mark
In some states, it’s already a requirement that restaurants with numerous locations must post the calorie counts of their foods. And, soon, federal law will require more restaurants across the…
4 Reasons You’re Not Losing Weight
If you’re frustrated with a stuck scale, chances are, there’s an easy explanation. According to researchers at the Loyola University Health System in Melrose Park, Ill., when people fail to…
Lack of Sleep May Give You the Munchies
eople who don’t get enough sleep consume more calories and may be more likely to become obese, according to a new study. The study included 17 healthy young men and women who were…
Talking to Your Kids About Weight Loss
In a country where 17 percent of all children are obese and another 17 percent are overweight, childhood obesity should be a topic of conversation for families. But according to…