
Obesity Is Genetic, But Americans Blame It on Lack of Willpower
Surveys show that Americans believe that obesity is tied with cancer as the greatest threat to health. But they aren't able to use diets and exercise to get thin.

Calore-Burning Fat Boosted By Herb Extract: Berberine
A potent chemical found in certain Chinese, European, and North American herbs called berberine offers another tool for aiding weight loss. Its applications, however, work with a highly specific weight loss plan.

High BMI At Puberty Increases Risk Of Death Due To Cardiovascular Disease Later In Life
A study was conducted that looked into whether increased pre-pubertal childhood BMI and BMI changes during puberty increased the mortality risk in these patients due to the development of cardiovascular diseases.

The Worst & Best Holiday Foods
The holidays bring festivities and that means bountiful food and drink! Eat, drink, and be merry, but don't sacrifice your waistline for three months of feasting. Follow these guidelines for avoiding holiday heft.

Trapped in Too Much Skin
Very few people manage to take off 100 pounds of fat or more and keep it off. Those who do often find themselves trapped in a robe of loose skin.

The Surgery-Free Gastric Band That Could Beat Type 2 Diabetes
What if I told you there was a new no-surgery option that could help you lose weight and beat Type 2 Diabetes. You'd probably call me a "dirty liar". But the EndoBarrier is already here and helping patients in trials across the UK.

The ideal Body Mass Index for trying to conceive
The desire to try for a baby opens all kinds of new questions up. Working on better health is one of the most common steps couples take. What about your weight? What is the ideal BMI for trying to conceive?

Dehydrated People More Likely To Be Overweight!
Could insufficient water intake be that mysterious reason you have not been able to lose weight so far? A new study suggests that dehydrated people are more likely to be obese!

Underweight Can Be a Killer
We all know that a plethora of health problems become more problematic with overweight. But did you know that many health problems are also a greater risk to those who are underweight?

Simple Solutions To Trick Yourself Slim
Sometimes it can be hard to lose weight. However, with our baker's dozen of simple solutions to trick yourself slim, you might find yourself losing weight without even thinking about it.