Monthly Archives: August 2008

100-Calorie Foods Are Not An Easy Way To Lose Weight

A lot of us look at those 100-calorie mini-packs of snack foods as an easy way to lose weight. In theory, it should work. But the reality is you may be in for a rough ride if you’re a dieter. … Continue reading →

Appetite Suppression Cells Die As We Age

There may be a new scientific explanation for why we gain weight as we age. It seems that the brain cells controlling our appetite become useless over time. But a recent study says that certain types of meals cause more … Continue reading →

Chronic Ear Infections Increase Risk Of Obesity

There are actually 2 risk factors: chronic middle ear infections and tonsillectomies in childhood. That’s because ear infections and tonsillectomies can cause damage to taste nerves which appears to affect eating habits.

Can You Lose 5 Pounds A Year With Mushrooms?

The initial evidence says yes. Here’s why…

Low Vitamin D Level Increases Your Risk Of Death

Vitamin D is crucial in strengthening your bones and your immune system. It’s also important for cell growth. But what if you don’t get enough Vitamin D? Your risk of death increases by 26%.

Can Weight Loss Cause Bone Loss?

As your body slims down, did you know that your bones may become less dense and more fragile, too? Well, okay, that might not surprise you. But here’s something that should…

Running Keeps You Younger

Here’s good news for older runners! You’ll have a greater span of active life, fewer disabilities, and less than half the chance of dying an early death as your older counterparts who don’t run.

Overweight Or Thin — Where Size Matters Most

Overweight adults can be healthier than thin adults. That’s the surprising conclusion from a new study by the University of Michigan. It shows that your weight doesn’t predict the state of your health nearly as well as the size of your…

PSA Tests May Be Misleading For Obese Men

When testing for prostate-specific antigen (PSA) — which screens for prostate cancer in men — doctors and patients may be misled by the results for obese men. That’s because obese men often have lower PSA levels than normal-weight men.