New research has linked adolescent obesity with up to a four-fold increased risk of pancreatic cancer later in life. The study’s results also suggest that overweight and even higher weight within the “normal” weight range in men may increase pancreatic cancer risk in a graded manner. The findings are published early online in CANCER, a… Read More »
Eggs Stephanie Frey/Shutterstock Secret fat-burner: Protein Protein helps with weight loss in a number of ways. First, your body uses more energy—think calories—to break down protein foods than it does to break down other foods. Protein also helps you hang onto muscle mass as you’re losing weight, and since muscle burns more calories than fat,… Read More »
Losing weight is challenging, and it seems everyone has an opinion on the best way to do it. The bottom line is “one size does not fit all” when it comes to weight loss. Basic differences such as age, sex, body type, underlying medical issues, physical activity, genetics, past experiences with dieting, and even food… Read More »
This summer, people aren’t just slathering aloe vera on their sun-scorched skin. They’re chugging it in hopes of losing weight, too. Aloe juice or aloe water—which can be found at health food stores—isn’t as goopy or neon green as the stuff from the pharmacy, but it’s marketed as being equally magical. Proponents claim that drinking aloe… Read More »
Move over sugary beverages! A slimming summer drink that hydrates, tastes amazing and has health- and complexion-enhancing ingredients to boot? We’re in… When regular H2O feels boring, try this water with oomph created by Alexis Wolfer, author of The Recipe For Radiance: Discover Beauty’s Best-Kept Secrets In Your Kitchen. Sip two to three cups per… Read More »