Taking the high road. Lizzo’s response to Jillian Michaels’ comments about her health is subtle yet empowering. “At the 25 second mark I want you to take 5 deep breaths,” the “Juice” singer, 31, wrote via Instagram on Wednesday, January 8, alongside a video of the musician walking outside and enjoying her surroundings. “In through […]
Study reveals long-term benefits of weight loss surgery in adults with obesity and diabetes
Researchers recently conducted the largest study to date to evaluate the effectiveness of weight loss surgery in a Chinese population of individuals with obesity and type 2 diabetes. In the study, which is published in Diabetes/Metabolism Research and Reviews, surgery provided substantial and sustainable effects on weight, blood sugar, and cholesterol over five years. Source: […]
Weight loss tied to loss of hip bone density in older adults
(HealthDay)—Obese and overweight older individuals who lose weight have lower bone mineral density (BMD) in their hips, according to a study published in the November issue of Obesity. Daniel E. Kammire, of the Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and colleagues gathered data from 77 adults (mean age, 67 years) at baseline, 18 months, […]
Rob Kardashian Shows Off Massive Weight Loss in Rare Photo for Halloween
Making progress! Rob Kardashian showed off a slim new look in his Halloween costume in a rare photo posted on Instagram on Friday, November 1. In the photo Kardashian, 32, wears a pink-and-white wig and matching pink mustache for a costume inspired by the children’s animated movie and TV series, Trolls. He stands next to […]
These 3 factors predict a child’s chance of obesity in adolescence (and no, it’s not just their weight)
Three simple factors can predict whether a child is likely to be overweight or obese by the time they reach adolescence: the child’s body mass index (BMI), the mother’s BMI and the mother’s education level, according to our new research. The study, published in the International Journal of Obesity, found these three factors predicted whether […]
Uncovering the Facts: Myths on Vitamins and Weight Loss Supplements
untitled-2.jpg You may have recently started a new vitamin regiment, or maybe you’re interested in trying a new weight loss supplement. Either way, like with most supplements, there are dangers that could affect your furry friends. The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center has everything you need to know about myths surrounding vitamins and weight loss […]
Woman thought weight gain was due to takeaways, but it was PCOS
Shannon Wedley thought her dramatic weight gain during her first year at university was a result of an unhealthy takeaway habit, but it turned out to be something completely unexpected. The 22-year-old, who was studying fine art at the University of Gloucestershire, initially didn’t think too much of her four stone weight gain. But when […]
Want to lose weight? Exercise at the SAME TIME every day
Exercising at the SAME TIME every day is key to losing weight: Scientists discover people are more likely to work out if it becomes a ‘habit’ ‘Consistent exercisers’ worked out for 4.8 days a week and 285 minutes Compared to 4.4 days and 285 minutes among the ‘inconsistent exercisers’ Once a habit, the ‘attention, effort […]
Gender affects the correlation between depression and weight in children and adolescents
The results of a large community-based study have shown that the probability of major depressive disorder in children and adolescents with high, low, or normal body mass index differs according to gender. Underweight boys and overweight girls have an increased risk of depression, according to the study published in Childhood Obesity. Seyed-Ali Mostafavi, Tehran University […]
Few oncologists refer patients to weight management programs
(HealthDay)—While oncology providers are aware of the link between obesity and cancer, few provide referrals to support patients’ lifestyle changes, according to a study published online May 16 in the Journal of Oncology Practice. Jennifer A. Ligibel, M.D., from the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, and colleagues surveyed 971 oncology providers in the United States […]