Weight Loss

The 'Freshman 15' Might Be About Friends, Not Food

A new George Mason University study finds that college students eat more in social settings than when dining alone and often underestimate how much they’re eating.

Long-Term Keto Diet May Harm Metabolic Health, Mouse Study Finds

A new study suggests that while ketogenic diets can prevent weight gain, they may also cause fatty liver disease and impair blood sugar control over time.

How Your Genes Shape Appetite and Weight

Researchers in Estonia found gene variants that influence hunger and body weight, offering new clues to why some people gain weight more easily and why one-size-fits-all diets rarely work.

Just 30 Minutes Less Sitting Can Help the Body Use Food More Efficiently

Finnish researchers found that standing or light movement each day helps the body switch between burning fats and carbs for energy.

Underweight Kids Drive NHS Costs as Much as Those With Obesity

Oxford researchers say both ends of the weight spectrum put similar strain on children’s health services.

Calorie Labels Are Changing Menus, But Only Slightly

Restaurants cut an average of 2% of calories from menu items after labeling laws took effect, mostly by swapping out higher-calorie foods rather than reformulating recipes.

Why One-Size-Fits-All Diets Fall Short

New report explores how precision nutrition could reshape obesity prevention and treatment.

Mangoes May Support Blood Sugar Control Better Than a Low-Sugar Snack

A six-month clinical trial found daily mango intake improved glucose control and body fat in adults with prediabetes compared with a granola bar.

Apple Cider Vinegar Weight Loss Study Retracted

A small clinical trial once touted as evidence for apple cider vinegar’s slimming effects has been pulled after statistical errors and data concerns.

Ongoing Support Helps People Keep Weight Off, Study Finds

Monthly phone check-ins proved effective for maintaining weight loss but adding extra calls when relapse risk was high didn’t improve outcomes.

Eating More Beans, Less Red Meat Improved Men’s Cholesterol, Weight

A six-week trial found men who swapped part of their meat intake for peas and faba beans lowered LDL cholesterol and lost weight without harming nutrient intake.

Young Girls May Be Less Responsive to Fullness Cues Than Boys, Study Finds

Research in 4- to 6-year-olds suggests girls may rely more on social signals than hunger when deciding how much to eat.

Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro May Change How Food Tastes

A new study links shifts in sweetness and saltiness perception to reduced appetite, though taste alone does not explain weight loss.

Why Emotional Eating May Blunt Ozempic’s Weight-Loss Benefits

A new study suggests that people who eat to manage emotions may see less weight loss on GLP-1 drugs than those triggered by external food cues.

Survey Finds Fewer Food Cravings on Ozempic, With Caveats

Company-funded research suggests the drug may reduce obsessive food thoughts, but independent confirmation is needed.

Why BMI Doesn’t Always Predict Health

A Danish study finds that being slightly overweight may not raise mortality risk, while being underweight poses real dangers.

Healthy Eating Shown to Ease Chronic Pain, Beyond Weight Loss

A new study finds that improving diet quality alone can significantly reduce muscle and joint pain, offering hope for millions living with chronic discomfort.

Grains Linked to Better Diets, Nutrient Intake and Metabolic Health

A large U.S. study finds that both whole and refined grain foods can support healthier eating patterns without adding cost.

How Genes and Diet Work Together to Shape the Body’s Daily Rhythms

A new study shows that nutrition and genetics jointly influence liver fat metabolism, pointing toward personalized meal timing and treatments.

Mediterranean Diet and Lifestyle Cut Diabetes Risk

The largest nutrition and lifestyle trial in Europe finds that pairing the Mediterranean diet with weight loss strategies lowers type 2 diabetes risk more than diet alone.

When Ordering Takeout, Taste and Price Win Over Calories

A UK survey finds most online takeaway customers prioritize flavor and cost over calorie counts, and few even notice menu labels.

New Weight Loss Molecule Shows Promise Without the Nausea

Researchers say targeting brain support cells could trigger appetite control without the side effects linked to drugs like Ozempic.

Not All Potatoes Are Equal When It Comes to Diabetes Risk

A new Harvard study finds that French fries may raise type 2 diabetes risk, while other potatoes pose no problem.

Ozempic May Cut Strength Without Cutting Muscle

New research in mice suggests weight-loss drugs could affect how muscles function, not just how they look.

Less-Processed Meals May Support Greater Weight Loss, Study Finds

A new trial suggests that choosing minimally processed foods over more processed options, even with similar calories and nutrients, can lead to more weight loss and better craving control.