Why Body Image Lessons to School Children?
MPs in U.K. have recommended that all school children should take part in compulsory body image and self-esteem lessons. It comes after an inquiry by the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on body image heard evidence that more than half of the public has a negative body image. The MP’s released the Reflections on Body […]
What will you gain by reducing alcohol intake?
Moderate intake of alcohol can offer some health benefits. But it’s easy to drink too heavily, leading to serious health consequences. Drinking alcohol may offer some health benefits, especially for your heart, but on the other hand, it may increase your risk of health problems and damage your heart. Alcohol has long been acceptable and […]
Testosterone supplements for male weight loss?
Testosterone could be the magic weight-loss drug that men are looking for. A new study shows that obese men receiving testosterone shots lost weight, but doctors are divided on the value of the results. Experts warn that supplements may not be the answer due to possible risks of prostate cancer and heart disease. Prof Richard […]
Lean People with Type 2 Diabetes Have Greater Genetic Predisposition
You’ve probably wondered how you got diabetes. You may worry that your children will get it too. Diabetes does not seem to be inherited in a simple pattern. Yet clearly, some people are born more likely to get diabetes than others. Type 2 diabetes has a stronger link to family history and lineage than type […]
Is Junk Food More Appealing When Sleep-Restricted?
Junk food is more appealing to you, if you are sleep-deprived, because sleepy brains associate junk food with reward and pleasure. The sight of junk food, however, does not activate the reward centers of well-rested brains in the same way. If you are a Sleep-deprived individual, you are drawn to junk food because, when you are fatigued, […]
Is Global weight gain damaging more than rising numbers?
Increasing levels of fatness around the world could have the same impact on global resources as an extra billion people. The total weight of people on the planet found that North America had the highest average. Although only 6% of the global population live there, it is responsible for more than a third of the […]
Do you Choose Natural Weight Loss Products?
Be cautious when a manufacturer of a new weight loss product claims you can lose 20 lbs in twenty days. Yes you can lose weight in a short period of time but the shedding of weight should be in a controlled environment or monitored to ensure you’re not causing any harm to your body. Simply […]
Why do Women Snack in Secret?
A recent study has shown that one third women snack in secret, keeping their eating habits away from their partners and friends. One of the main reasons for the secrecy is apparently embarrassment about the type of food they eat, and the amount of snacks that they consume. And two thirds of those even keep […]
What should be your Body Weight?
One of the most common questions received in our feedback emails is “how much should I weigh for my height?” To determine your ideal body weight, several factors should be considered, including age, muscle-fat ratio, height, sex, and bone density. May be, calculating your Body Mass Index (BMI) is the best way to decide whether […]
Thought of Obesity problem in US?
Today we have seen reports from researchers that the obesity problem in the US may be much worse than originally thought. They said using the Body Mass Index or BMI to determine obesity was flawed and under-estimated the issue. Their study, published in the journal PLoS One, said up to 39% of people who were not […]
Dieting during Pregnancy & Risks for Offspring
Every pregnancy is an eventful journey… Most of you are now familiar with the health risks that obesity can cause. Even being slightly overweight can put you at risk for a number of serious illnesses, including arthritis, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. But did you know that being obese during pregnancy can also put you and […]
Beautiful is not underweight?
In recent years, much attention has been paid to how women are portrayed in the media, whether it’s an overly airbrushed magazine model with an impossibly slim waist, or a TV starlet with protruding collar bones. “Beautiful is not underweight,” says Rachel Adato, one of the creators of the bill in Israel, which forbids use […]
Self-Esteem or Weight Loss among Teen Girls!
Obese white teenage girls who lose weight may benefit physically, but the weight change does not guarantee they are going to feel better about themselves, according to a Purdue University study. “Obese black and white teenage girls who transitioned out of obesity, continued to see themselves as fat, despite changes in their relative body mass,” […]
Hunger Hormones make you fat!
Why can’t an alcoholic stop drinking? Why can’t a smoker stop smoking? It’s the same with an overweight to reduce weight as the person is always hungry and wanting food. Constant craving Marilyn Walsh, a 38-year-old housewife from London, was unsuccessful to reduce her weight through dieting. What is different about people like Marilyn? Dr […]
Green Coffee Beans aid Weight Loss?
Ground green coffee beans taken daily; seem to spur steady weight loss, according to new research. Scientists report striking new evidence that green or unroasted, coffee beans can produce a substantial decrease in body weight in a relatively short period of time. In a study presented at the 243rd National Meeting & Exposition of the […]