Cornell University researchers have discovered what could be the world’s simplest way to lose weight.
They studied the kitchens of hundreds of American homes, analyzing food items kept on the counter. Then they correlated the items with the body weight of the occupants.
They found that one object on the kitchen counter has a surprisingly powerful effect on weight. It turns out that women who keep a fruit bowl on the counter weigh on average 13 pounds less than those who don’t.… Read More
By now, you may have already failed in that New Year’s resolution to eat healthier in 2016…
But it’s not too late. You can still get back on track. And the secret may be easier than you think:
Simply don’t eat when you’re not hungry.
A new study reveals it may be one of the worst food mistake you can make.… Read More
Throw that New Year’s resolution in the trash. Starting a diet in January is a bad idea, researchers have found.
A study at the University of Exeter in England shows that when you try to lose weight in the dead of winter, the evolutionary deck is stacked against you.
In our hunter-gatherer days, being underweight in the winter was life-threatening. Food was scarce.… Read More
Americans are heavier than ever. More than two-thirds of us are overweight. But it’s not all our fault.
A study reveals that our parents had it easier than we do when it comes to staying slim.
Researchers at York University and the University of Alberta collected data on tens of thousands of American adults over a 37-year span. They examined body mass indexes, physical activity, and food intake.… Read More
The holidays came and went. And so did the appetizers…the rich entrees…the decadent desserts…and let’s not forget the drinks. Many, many drinks.
Wallowing in guilt won’t help. According to Torey Jones Armul—national spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics—it can lead to a cycle of binge and emotional eating.1
Here are five science-backed tips that will help you recover from overindulgence:
1.… Read More
There’s a simple, natural way to lose weight. It doesn’t require strenuous exercise or a drastic change in your diet. And it’s probably sitting on your dining room table right now.
Piperine is the compound that gives black pepper its characteristic pungent flavor. Here’s how it works to make you thinner:
1. Reduces Belly Fat
Eating black pepper cuts belly fat over time, researchers have found.… Read More