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Low-Carb Diets Increases Grumpiness for Dieters (and leads to falling off the band wagon quickly)

Written on 17 Nov, 2009 at 15:18 in News & Research | viewed times | 0 Comments
Low-Carb Diets Increases Grumpiness for Dieters (and leads to falling off the band wagon quickly)

A study has found that although people lose weight on trendy low-carbohydrate diets, they also tend to become worse-tempered than those on low-fat diets. Low-fat diets work equally well but improve the dieters’ frame of mind. CSIRO researchers placed 106 overweight people... (Continue reading)

In the News: Sex and Fitness – The connection between weight-loss and libido

Written on 5 Nov, 2009 at 9:24 in Featured Articles, Fitness & Exercise, News & Research | viewed times | 0 Comments
In the News: Sex and Fitness - The connection between weight-loss and libido

Join the Diet Network Community forum discussion on this post - (1) PostsA sex therapist’s new book looks to cast light on a lower profile benefit of dropping extra pounds “Sex is like chocolate cake,” says sex therapist Sue... (Continue reading)

In The News: Scientists seek origins of obesity in the womb

Written on 23 Oct, 2009 at 10:18 in Let's Discuss Obesity, News & Research | viewed times | 1 Comment
In The News: Scientists seek origins of obesity in the womb

By MALCOLM RITTER (AP) NEW YORK — When Kathy Perusse had weight-loss surgery and shed 120 pounds, she may have done more than make her own life easier. She went on to have two daughters, and she may have boosted their chances... (Continue reading)

IN THE NEWS: Extreme Weight Loss Television Show Coming to ABC and Will Rival Biggest Loser

Written on 23 Oct, 2009 at 10:12 in News & Research | viewed times | 3 Comments
IN THE NEWS: Extreme Weight Loss Television Show Coming to ABC and Will Rival Biggest Loser

If you think you’ve already seen the biggest loser, just wait. ABC is teaming with “Biggest Loser” executive producer J.D. Roth for a new show, tentatively titled “Obese,” on which extremely overweight individuals shed hundreds of pounds over the course of... (Continue reading)

The Science of Appetite – A Big Issue is EATING FOOD SLOWLY!

Written on 10 Oct, 2009 at 10:38 in Eating Slowly, News & Research | viewed times | 1 Comment
The Science of Appetite - A Big Issue is EATING FOOD SLOWLY!

In the news from TIME MAGAZINE by Jeffrey Kluger Excerpt from the article below: “It takes a while for the brain to realize that the stomach is stretching. Eating slowly gives the brain time to catch on” Somewhere in your brain, there’s... (Continue reading)

Diet & Weight Loss Research: Healthy Eating Habits Are First Line of Defense in Flu Season

Written on 22 Sep, 2009 at 10:00 in News & Research | viewed times | 3 Comments
Diet & Weight Loss Research: Healthy Eating Habits Are First Line of Defense in Flu Season

(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Philadelphia, Pa. – Healthy eating habits are an important part of maintaining a strong immune system. As cold and flu season get underway, breaking poor eating habits can not only prevent sickness, but also give you more energy,... (Continue reading)

In the News: Is it Possible that ALLI the Miracle Diet Pill Causes Liver Damage?

Written on 14 Sep, 2009 at 7:58 in News & Research | viewed times | 0 Comments
In the News: Is it Possible that ALLI the Miracle Diet Pill Causes Liver Damage?

A popular weight loss drug is currently being investigated by American health officials after reports that is may be causing severe liver damage in some patients. Alli is a weightloss drug available without prescription. The drug is also know as Xenical... (Continue reading)

The Link Between RMR (Resting Metabolism) and Weight Loss

Written on 9 Sep, 2009 at 21:57 in News & Research | viewed times | 0 Comments
The Link Between RMR (Resting Metabolism) and Weight Loss

Having a tough time jumping up just to let those jeans fit your thighs? Before a housemate complains about the mild earthquakes you create, think of doing your part of making an effort to commence a better and healthier life... (Continue reading)

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