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The Toothbrush - A Calorie Fighter
Learn how your toothbrush may help you lose weight.
Crash dieting may make you more susceptible to weight gain
Crash dieting is not healthy. It can disrupt normal metabolism and cause a weight gain later. If you are trying to slim for fashion, reconsider your goals. Think of long-term health benefits. It did not take a fortnight to gain excess weight. So it cannot take a fortnight to lose it. Try to avoid diets that promise you a quick fix.
How to say "No" to holiday weight gain
You do not have to gain extra pounds on holidays. Just remember about balance and moderation. You will never gain weight if you burn more calories than you consume.
Fast food: myths vs. facts
The magazine "Which?" tested food from Burger King, KFC, McDonald's and Pizza Hut.
An apple a day
People who eat three apples or pears a day lose weight. Learn why...
White vs. whole wheat bread
Whole wheat bread is often recommended as a healthier alternative to white bread. However, do you know what the difference is?
Can sleep help you lose weight?
Columbia scientists have studied the records of more than 6,100 people and found out that people who slept less than 4 hours a night were 73% more likely to be obese than those who slept for 7-9 hours.
Using a calorie counter
Calorie counter will help you estimate the number of calories you burn.
McDonald's to add nutritional info to packaging
How to enjoy your favorite Big Mac and control your calorie intake? McDonald's has developed new packaging to help you learn how many calories you get.
Canada, Mexico and the United States fight weight-loss fraud
Read how Canada, Mexico and the United States fight obesity.
Cheeseburger Bill
Learn more about the Personal Responsibility in Food Consumption Act.
Music can help you lose weight
WebMD reports that listening music is effective in weight loss. Read what kind of music is best for weight loss.
Ask Jeeves lets your search for recipes easily
Learn about the new feature of Ask Jeeves, a popular search engine.
Food out of sight is out of mind
Learn how to reduce your calorie intake without hunger pains.
Dr. Nakamats wins Ig Nobel Prize for photographing his meals for 34 years
Dr. Nakamats develops a new approach to nutritional research.
Too much TV can sabotage your weight loss success
If you like watching TV in your spare time, you have a good chance of gaining extra pounds.
Exercise can enhance mood and reduce symptoms of depression
If you are blue, take a 10-minute walk. The study shows that even a little physical activity can do wonders to your mood.
Healthline, New Medical Search Engine
Announcing a new search engine to help you find quality health-related information on the web.
Americans are dieting less and exercising more
Learn more about eating habits of Americans.
Google Earth lets you measure how far you ran
Learn how to use Google Earth to measure the distance you walked, jogged or ran.
Protein may help you feel full longer
Australian scientists proved that high-protein diet is more satisfying if compared to high-fat diet.
Fitting stretching into a compressed schedule
Simple tips to help you get fit.
Warning: situations that can trigger you to overeat
Learn what emotions can trigger overeating.
Attention mothers: Halloween tips from Weight Watchers
Learn how to save your kids from overeating Halloween treats.
Weight loss tip from Dr. Pamela Peeke, Discovery medical advisor
Really useful weight loss tips.
How James Barany helped himself lose weight
Learn how James Barany managed to lose 60 pounds.
Dietary guidance by Dr. Andrew Weil
Easy-to-use tips on a healthy diet for men and women.
Can a personal trainer offer dietary guidance?
What you need to know before following any dietary advice you get at the gym.
Is yoga good for weight loss?
Does Hatha yoga burn enough calories to be effective for weight loss?
Junk food will be restricted in British schools
New nutrition standards will be phased this year...