Overnight Fasting Brings Big Gains for Fat Loss
A study in the journal Cell Metabolism found enforcing a late-night food curfew could help you burn fat without dieting
Want to Burn More Fat? Spend More Time in Bed!
A study in the journal Sleep found that getting adequate sleep could help you overcome
Physical Activity Prevents Cognitive Decline
The next time your partner complains about washing the dishes, remind him or her doing them could help prevent cognitive
“The Weight of the Nation”: Documentary Sends the Wrong Message
This week, a new documentary about the obesity crisis premieres on HBO. It’s called. And it’s take-home message is wrong, wrong, wrong
Understand Brain Chemistry to Burn Fat & Beat Cravings
A new study in the journal shows your brain finds cheap, high-calorie foods especially rewarding.
Low-Glycemic Diet Burns Fat & Keeps You Fuller
A recent presentation at the Institute of Food Technologists' Wellness meeting showed that eating a low-glycemic breakfast
Low Carb Beats Low Fat for Fat Loss & More
A study that Johns Hopkins researchers presented at a recent American Heart Association meeting showed the more belly fat you lose, the better
Build Muscle and Burn Fat? Choose Protein!
A recent study in the Journal of the American Medical Association found eating a low-protein diet makes your body more likely to store
Supplements Lousy for Fat Loss
That’s what Melinda Manore concluded after examining America’s $2.4 billion weight-loss supplement industry. Her results appear
5 Simple Rules for Eating at Restaurants
A recent study in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior concludes you can eat out and still burn fat.
Tip 281: Increase Fat Burning During Exercise
The following is a guest article by my good friend and colleague, Charles Poliquin. Tip 281: Increase Fat Burning During Exercise with Strategic Nutrition to Get Lean by Charles Poliquin Increase your rate of fat burning while strength training with optimal...
Dessert With Breakfast Helps You Lose Weight? Hmm…
Will a heaping slice of Entenmann’s cheese Danish with your vegetable omelet help you get lean and sexy?
Another Reason to Skip Diet Sodas
A new study shows people who regularly drink diet sodas are 43% more likely to suffer a stroke, heart attack, and other
It’s Not Sexy… But It Works for Weight Loss!
Mention fiber, and you might immediately recall those gigantic tubs of Metamucil your grandma stocked up on at warehouse stores. In other words
Cravings: Why They Strike, How to Curb Them
This excellent article by Katherine Kam was originally posted on WebMD. It’s reproduced here in its entirety. A big thanks to Ms. Kam and to
Protein and Weight Gain
A new study in JAMA adds to the growing body of literature showing that protein is critical for managing weight. In this study
Are There Any Fattening Vegetables?
As you know, we’re experiencing an epidemic of obesity and diabetes in most of the Western world. (Actually, it’s not just
Hormones Drive Weight Regain After Dieting
Hormones related to appetite and hunger can be disrupted by dieting and weight loss, and can remain so for at least one
The Best Diet for Maintaining Weight Loss
Researchers in Denmark have found that a high-protein low-GI diet was significantly better than other diets tested at maintaining weight loss in
Whey (Not Soy) Protein Shakes Help You Stay Thin
According to a new study from the US Department of Agriculture’s Human Nutrition Research Center, whey protein powder
Can Coconut Oil Help You Lose Inches?
A study from Brazil suggests that two tablespoons a day of coconut oil can not only help you drop inches, it can also raise protective, HDL (“good”)
Sodium to Potassium Ratio More Important Than Sodium Alone!
A high sodium intake, especially when combined with a low potassium intake, is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular
Can Diet Sodas Cause Weight Gain?
San Diego, CA - The perception that diet sodas are a benign alternative to highly sweetened beverages might be dangerously
Salt and the Low Carb Diet
The following is adapted from the forthcoming book, "The Art and science of Low Carbohydrate Living" by Jeff S. Volek, PhD, RD,
The Blood Sugar Factor: Glycemic Index vs Glycemic Load
The glycemic index is a measure of how quickly and how high your blood sugar rises after eating food.
Natural Weight Loss
When I was a kid, my father used to tell me how easy it was to stop smoking.“Nothing to it”, he’d scoff, “I’ve done it at least a dozen times”.
A Better Exercise Routine for Fat Burning?
Exercise scientists have recently been turning to interval training as the protocol of choice for maximum fat burning. But many experts are now
5 Keys to Permanent Weight Loss After 40
I want to let you know about a FREE upcoming teleclass by my food designer and writing partner on all my cookbooks, Jeannette Bessinger
10 Superfoods for Weight Loss (Part Two)
Last week I told you about superfoods that can help you lose weight quickly, foods like grapefruit, pumpkin, berries, sardines, and grass-fed beef.
High-Protein, Low-Glycemic Diet Proven Best for Maintaining Weight Loss
“Quitting smoking is easy", my father used to say. “I’ve done it 20 times”.And so it is with weight loss. Losing is the easy part. Keeping it off.. not
10 Superfoods for Weight Loss (Part One)
Superfoods like berries, grapefruit and pumpkin can help you lose weight quickly! Look, there’s no shortage of books (and articles) telling you what
Dancing Can Help Offset Weight Gain, Dementia
Want to avoid your risk of dementia holistically? Besides controlling your weight, blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugars and decreasing your in
Are You a Food Addict?
(This excellent article on food addiction was written by Kevin Helliker and was originally published in the Wall Street Journal.)
The Whey to Weight Loss
Whey protein may be one of your best weapons in the weight loss war. A number of studies have shown that a low carbohydrate to
Interval Training Better for Weight Loss Than Conventional Cardio
Dr. Al Sears. Sears—a medical doctor, nutritionist and leading thinker in the field of integrative health—believes everything we think we know
Lighten Up to Lose Weight!
Rather than self-esteem, "self-compassion" may enhance health and ability to limit food intake. We were intrigued by the implications of
Why I Don’t Believe in “Cheat Day”
There’s a ton of diet programs that suggest you take one day “off” from your diet program- a "Cheat Day"-- when you can eat whatever you like.
A Reversal On Carbs!
This article has been adapted and condensed for this newsletter from a superb article by Marni Jameson which originally appeared
Fructose Turns to Fat Faster Than Any Other Sugar
Pretty much everyone is aware of the fact that high-fructose corn syrup is bad news. But not everyone really understands why.
Using Guided Imagery as a Weight Loss Tool
Guided imagery is a program of directed thoughts and suggestions. It's a way to help you harness the power of your subconscious mind
Top Ten Ways to Jump-Start Weight Loss
These ten tips for jump-starting weight loss will serve you well! They are simple and easy to follow. Give them a try and watch what happens!
The Two Most Effective Strategies for Keeping Weight Off
There’s a ton of info out there on how to lose weight, but not nearly as much on how to keep it off. But that’s about to
The Diet Wars: The Saga Continues
A new study was just published in the Annals of Internal Medicine testing a low-carb diet against a conventional low-fat one.
Three New Weight Loss Drugs You Should Know About
There are currently three new weight loss drugs in the front of the queue for FDA consideration — Qnexa, Contrave and lorcaserin
Lack of Sleep May Lead to Overeating
Ever notice how easy it is to eat everything in sight when you’re feeling sleep deprived? I have.
Do Omega-6 Fatty Acids Promote Fat Accumulation?
The following is a guest article by Dr. Joyce Nettleton, a highly respected published researcher Diets high in omega-6 fatty acids are associated
Diet Pill Dangers: New Warning from FDA!
Get ready for a warning label on the “miracle weight loss drug”, Alli. The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a revised label for
Knock Out Tummy and Thigh Fat
What are the best exercises to reduce fat on thighs and stomach? Well, here's the bad news.
How to Win at Weight Loss
It took me three years of playing tennis to learn the lesson I’m about to share with you,
Dieting Success: The Mind-Body Connection
Ever hear of Dr. Judith Horvath? Well, neither did I. But I can tell you that I was pretty blown away by what she had to say about the psychological