Low glycemic diet better for obese teens
Low glycemic diet better for obese teens The results of a small study suggest that a diet that reduces blood sugar (glucose), a "reduced-glycemic load…
Americans clean their plates, no matter how full
Americans clean their plates, no matter how full Most Americans clean their plates, no matter how full those plates are, according to a survey released last…
Atkins diet no better than low fat, higher carb diet
Atkins diet no better than low fat, higher carb diet Shunning starchy foods, fruits and dairy in favor of meat and fat helps obese people shed some weight…
Sitting down for meals may aid weight loss
Sitting down for meals may aid weight loss A new study finds that eating while lying down might leave you hungry for more. Ultrasound stomach scans and…
Study looks at weight lost with Weight Watchers
Study looks at weight lost with Weight Watchers Although following Weight Watchers appears to help people shed more pounds than they would on their own,…
Coping with food cravings
Coping with food cravings A food craving is an intense desire for a particular food. It is not just an increased appetite, but rather a need for a…
Family environment influences eating disorder risk
Family environment influences eating disorder risk New research shows that girls may be more likely to develop eating disorders if they usually eat alone or…
Past yo-yo dieting cuts women's weight loss success
Past yo-yo dieting cuts women's weight loss success Overweight middle-aged women who want to shed a few pounds will be most successful if they are highly…
Atkins-type diet may not be so bad for cholesterol
Atkins-type diet may not be so bad for cholesterol A very low carbohydrate, Atkins-type diet appears to shift the size of cholesterol particles from small to…
Kids' bag lunches chock-full of fat, salt and sugar
Kids' bag lunches chock-full of fat, salt and sugar A survey of lunches American fourth graders bring from home reveals that the most common foods contain…