Weight loss

More than 124,000 people in Europe developed cancer last year because they are overweight, and rising body fat levels threaten to add tens of thousands more to their ranks, experts said on Thursday.

Heart disease remains the single leading cause of death in the United States. About every 26 seconds, an American will suffer a coronary event and about every minute someone will die from one. The prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) is slightly higher in males than females.

If you perform aerobic exercise before eating breakfast some believe you will burn more calories than afternoon or evening workouts.

Doesn't seem to be an answer to the question, How do I lose weight and keep it off? According to Researchers at Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research there is.

A successful weight loss program requires permanently changing the way a person approaches exercise and food for the rest of their life. But it can be done! To offer help, the Wellness Advisor offers these tips for a sensible plan for losing weight and keeping it off.

Portion control, or consciously limiting the size of your meals and snacks, is one of the most effective and reliable ways to achieve and maintain a healthy weight.

Being overweight can become a matter of life and death. People who are overweight or obese are more likely to develop a number of potentially serious health problems.

An experimental obesity drug made by Vivus Inc showed dramatic results in two late- stage clinical trials, potentially offering patients a much- needed weight-loss aid and sending the company's shares soaring more than 70 percent.

Most everyone has heard of acupuncture, but have you ever heard of acupuncture weight loss?

Eating healthy can be a challenge when traveling extensively. Making a few simple changes in your travel routine will help you maintain a more nutritious diet.

Studies have shown that Asians have lesser problems with weight gain and chronic diseases. Find out what their secret is.

A low-carbohydrate, Mediterranean-style diet is more effective than a typical low-fat, calorie-restricted diet for diabetes management, according to a study released Monday.

Want to take health care reform into your own hands? Don't smoke, lose weight, get exercise, and stick to a good diet, says a new study.

A small study suggests that obese adults could improve their balance by shedding pounds and boosting their muscle strength -- with weight loss being especially effective.

Actress Kirstie Alley will be making an appearance on Oprah this Thursday to talk about her recent weight gain.

Kate Harding has spent most of her life on one diet or another, losing weight but always gaining it back. Determined to improve her quality of life, she joined a fast-growing group of anti-dieting activists promoting overweight people's civil rights.

She lost half of her size, Paige Schmelzer dropped from a size 22 to a size 0 when she first joined the gym.

The first U.S. non-prescription weight loss pill was approved this week by U.S. health officials.