As a scientist who investigates hunger and weight control, I’m interested in the way our brains let us know we’ve had enough. As we begin to feel full, we slow down how quickly we eat. For decades, scientists have thought that this change in pace was driven solely by signals from the stomach and intestines […]
Losing weight without trying can be an early sign of cancer, according to a new study. The research raises questions about significant weight loss without changes to diet, exercise or lifestyle, as well as when people should seek medical care. Experts stress that unexplained weight loss doesn’t always signal that something is off with your […]
Losing weight without trying can be an early sign of cancer, according to a new study. The research raises questions about significant weight loss without changes to diet, exercise or lifestyle, as well as when people should seek medical care. Experts stress that unexplained weight loss doesn’t always signal that something is off with your […]
A paedophile butcher who abducted and abused a child for 27 hours may have his “excessive” sentence reduced amid claims it put “too much weight” on his transgender identity, a court has heard. Andrew Miller, 53, who also uses the name Amy George, was dressed as a woman when he offered the young girl a […]
Regularly attending dance classes such as step aerobics or zumba may help overweight and obese people lose weight, studies suggest. Scientists said a review of 10 studies indicates those who took part in dancing at least three times a week for four weeks, also saw a “meaningful improvement” in their waist circumference and body fat. […]
Actress Rebel Wilson is opening up about a relatable struggle, weight gain amid a busy and stressful time in her life. Wilson, 43, shared in an Instagram post Monday that she recently gained 30 pounds, noting that she has been busy working on new movies and a new memoir, which has led to stress. “Working […]
Rebel Wilson is getting candid about the latest development in her health journey, revealing in an Instagram post on Monday that she’s recently gained 30 pounds. The personal news comes as a follow-up to Wilson’s body transformation as a result of declaring 2020 to be her “year of health” — something the Australian actress says […]
Rebel Wilson candidly shared that she re-gained some of the weight she lost recently and opened up about the conflicting emotions she’s experiencing as a result. “Working really hard has meant that, coz of all the stress, I’ve gained 14kg’s (30 pounds),” she captioned an Instagram posted Jan. 15. “It makes me feel bad about […]
When the long-awaited batch of 10 new Bluey episodes hits Disney+ on Friday — several months after they originally aired in the cartoon’s native Australia last spring and summer — families in the United States will finally get to catch up on the eponymous blue heeler’s latest adventures. But they won’t see everything. While the […]
You might be surprised by some of these between-meal tidbits. Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD If your goal is to lose weight, snacking can be your ally. But not all snacks are equal. Well-balanced snacks can provide nutrients you need, reduce your appetite and curb overeating at your next meal. In fact, divvying […]
Despite movements toward body neutrality and body positivity, weight remains a common fixation in the U.S. and around the world. Now, new research finds that a significant number of adolescents are resorting to using over-the-counter products and supplements in an attempt to lose weight. The study, which is published in JAMA Network Open, analyzed data […]
JJ Singleton thought he was losing weight because of his new diet and exercise regime. But it was really a symptom of stage two colon cancer. Singleton now raises awareness of the disease, which more young people are getting. When JJ Singleton noticed a throbbing pain in his abdomen in May of 2015, he dismissed […]