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WEIGHT LOSS
What Is Body Mass Index (BMI)?
What is body mass index (BMI)? Doctors have used this simple formula for more than a hundred years to set standards for healthy weights. But your waist size may be more important.
How Much Should I Weigh?
You need several factors and measurements to answer this common question: “How much should I weigh?” The answer can help you find your healthiest weight.
Acupuncture for Weight Loss
Unconventional weight loss strategies are usually fads, but the buzz about acupuncture for weight loss may turn out to contain some truth. Here’s what you should know.
More than Half of Adults Didn’t Put on “Pandemic” Pounds, But Kids Did
Weight for most adults hasn’t increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, compared to the previous year, but children are packing on extra pounds.
Weight Loss Supplements Don’t Work
Losing weight is a frustrating slog for most of us, but supplements aren’t going to help. Luckily, there are other options to help you trim down to your ideal weight.
Category,
WEIGHT LOSS
Is Mounjaro a Weight-Loss Wonder Drug?
Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) is the latest weight loss drug. Created to treat type 2 diabetes, it lowers your blood sugar and helps you lose pounds better than its rivals.
The Obesity Epidemic in America
Americans are fatter than ever, putting themselves at risk for serious health problems and boosting the cost of healthcare. Here's what you should know.
Your Metabolism Doesn’t Change Before 60
Many people gain weight in their 40s and 50s, but research shows that our metabolisms remain very steady from age 20 to 60. Here's what you should know.
The Health Risks of Being Apple-Shaped
Even if you’re not especially heavy, an apple-shaped belly is a problem. A waistline of more than 35 inches in women and greater than 40 in men is a red flag.
High Carb Foods to Avoid
To lose weight, you may not need to stop eating all starches, but it helps to focus on vegetables and protein and know which high carb foods to avoid.
Superfoods for Weight Loss
If you are trying to lose weight, and tired of feeling hungry while sticking to a limited diet, consider the delicious variety of superfoods for weight loss.