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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