Supplement may help burn fat long after exercise

Taking an appetite suppressant produced by gut bacteria may help increase the value of moderate exercise for weight loss, according to a new study.

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What are the benefits of high intensity interval training (HIIT)?

High intensity interval training (HIIT) is a type of exercise that combines short bursts of intense activity with periods of rest. Learn about the potential benefits here.

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5 healthful living factors extend disease-free life

A new study concludes that a combination of five healthful living factors can extend the number of years an individual remains disease-free.

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Weight loss surgery reduces skin cancer risk

Although obesity is a known risk factor for some cancers, its relationship with skin cancer has been harder to pin down. A recent study takes a fresh look.

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A guide to 16:8 intermittent fasting

The 16:8 intermittent fasting diet involves consuming all food for the day during an 8-hour window and then fasting for the remaining 16 hours. Learn more here.

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Vegan fast food: 33 plant-based options

With interest in veganism on the rise, there are now more plant-based food options available in fast food restaurants than ever before. Learn about 33 of them here.

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Why caffeine may limit weight gain

After observing the effect in rats, scientists propose that consuming caffeine can limit weight gain and other adverse effects of a pro-obesity diet.

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Study reveals what causes type 2 diabetes and how to reverse it

Breakthrough research shows that type 2 diabetes occurs when fat from the liver overspills into the pancreas and confirms that weight loss can reverse it.

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New Year's resolutions: How to boost success rates

In this special feature, we ask whether New Year's resolutions work and look at some science-backed ways to improve the chances of success.

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How to stay healthy on Christmas Day

Christmas Day tends to be indulgent. In this feature, we will help you find ways to enjoy yourself without being left feeling too unhealthful.

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Why is it so difficult to say no to that piece of cake?

New research in rats identifies a brain circuit that may explain impulsive eating. The findings may eventually help those who are finding it hard to diet.

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Dementia: Obesity, but not diet or inactivity, raises risk

New research suggests that it may only be obesity, not a poor diet or lack of physical activity, that contributes to dementia risk.

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What to know about alcohol and the keto diet

The keto diet is a high fat, low carbohydrate eating plan. Although alcohol does contain carbohydrates, it can be part of a keto diet. This article looks at the best and worst drinks for people following a keto diet.

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Belly fat may reduce mental agility from midlife onward

As middle-aged people age, having more body fat and less muscle may affect their fluid intelligence, says a new study that implicates the immune system.

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Weight gain during period: What to know

Some people may experience perceived or actual weight gain around the time of their period. Read on to find out why and how to prevent weight gain during a period.

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New food labeling system may reduce calorie intake

If a food label told you that you would need to run for 25 minutes to burn off the product's calories, would it put you off? A new study investigates.

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Keto diet: 1-week meal plan and tips

Keto diets are high in fat and protein. Read on for a week-long keto meal plan, information on the best foods to eat, and some diet tips.

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Can peanut butter affect weight gain?

Peanut butter is high in protein and high in fat, but will it make you gain weight? Read this article to learn how peanut butter affects your weight.

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What to know about becoming a vegetarian

People choose to become vegetarian for many different reasons, but there are a few things to consider before starting a vegetarian diet. Learn more here.

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Why scientists are studying hibernation to tackle obesity

New research in hibernating mammals reveals that noncoding DNA may play a role in mechanisms related to obesity control in humans and other animals.

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