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MEDICAL RESEARCH November 30, 2016

Knowing personalized risk for diabetes may not change lifestyles

Giving people detailed information about their personal genetic risk of developing diabetes may not inspire them to change their behavior any more than just giving them basic facts about the disease, a recent study suggests.

MENTAL HEALTH November 28, 2016

More evidence ties sugary caffeinated drinks to poor sleep

Adults who sleep no more than five hours a night are more likely to be heavy soda drinkers than people who get more rest, a U.S. study suggests.

Weight Loss November 28, 2016

What all effective weight-loss diets have in common

Low-fat, low-carb, low-sugar, high-protein, Mediterranean — with so many diets out there and new, sometimes-conflicting research coming out all the time on the best ones for weight loss, how can you possibly know which one will be the most effective in helping you shed pounds? And for doctors and scientists who spend their time designing and carrying out studies, fad diets make for an added challenge.

Nutrition November 26, 2016

Healthy eating at the airport

Whether you are taking to the skies for business or vacation, airports can pose a challenge to healthy eating.

Obesity November 25, 2016

Scientists say gut microbes may play role in yo-yo dieting, obesity

- Scientists studying yo-yo dieting in mice say the tendency for people to regain excess weight rapidly after successfully slimming may well be due to their microbiome - the trillions of microorganisms in the gut.

Obesity November 23, 2016

TV ads may spur snacking in kids as young as 2

Mindless snacking in front of the television set may start long before children know how to work the remote control, a U.S. study suggests.

Weight Loss November 22, 2016

Your guide to a thinner Thanksgiving dinner

One of the most anticipated times of the year is upon us: the holiday season.

Obesity November 21, 2016

6 ways your neighborhood is making you gain weight

Why your hometown could be making you fat and how to start losing weight again

Fitness November 21, 2016

A tougher workout than a StairMaster: The stepmill

For anyone who has ever used a StairMaster at the gym, the time has come to really sweat—on a stepmill.

Nutrition November 18, 2016

Reliance on food pantries can make healthy eating difficult

People who rely on food pantries for their meals may not receive enough dairy, fruits or vegetables to get all the nutrients they need for a healthy diet, two recent studies suggest.

Weight Loss November 17, 2016

New weight-loss balloon is nearly twice as effective as diet and exercise

If you're struggling to lose a serious amount of weight, imagine you had a weight loss option that helped more than diet and exercise, but wasn't as invasive as gastric surgery.