May 20, 2013: Losing Weight May Ease Chronic Heartburn
Study found shedding pounds reduced GERD symptoms among overweight, obese patients

May 06, 2013: Hungry Shoppers Pile High-Calorie Foods in Their Carts
Your body shifts to survival mode at the grocery store, expert says

April 22, 2013: Tackling Diet, Exercise Together Produces Best Results: Study
If you have to choose one at a time, hit the gym first, researchers add

April 19, 2013: Gorging at the Buffet Table? Tactics May Help You Eat Less
Study reveals how people stay in control when faced with endless portions, many choices

April 10, 2013: Health Tip: Keep Food Cravings at Bay at the Office
Suggestions to keep you on track with healthy eating

April 02, 2013: Competitive Cash-for-Weight-Loss Plans Work Best: Study
But individual incentives also do well when companies pay to help employees keep pounds off

March 28, 2013: Cutting Out Mealtime Distractions May Help Manage Weight
Slowing down, focusing on food could keep you from overeating later, study contends

March 13, 2013: Health Tip: Before You Start Trying to Lose Weight
Talk to your doctor first

March 07, 2013: Cash Incentives, Penalties May Spur People to Shed More Pounds
Study found those who won or lost $20 depending on weight-loss success stuck with the program

February 26, 2013: Another Study Says Mediterranean Diet Good for the Heart
It beat a low-fat eating plan in helping high-risk people avoid cardiovascular problems

February 07, 2013: For Restaurants, Healthier Menus May Mean Healthier Bottom Line
Increasing lower-calorie choices improves sales growth and traffic, study says

February 06, 2013: Health Tip: Keep Active by Walking
Even if you're overweight

February 05, 2013: Health Tip: Eating Because You're Bored?
Don't munch when you're not hungry

January 31, 2013: Smaller Snack Portions Just as Satisfying
Study compared cravings 15 minutes after people nibbled or gorged

January 09, 2013: Health Tip: Keep a Daily Food Diary
Write down what you eat to help you track calories

December 18, 2012: Intensive Lifestyle Changes Keep Type 2 Diabetes at Bay
Weight loss, exercise brought remission to few and better health to many more

December 17, 2012: Aerobic Exercise Seems Best for Weight, Fat Loss
Researchers compared it to resistance training, found it more effective

December 13, 2012: Yo-Yo Dieting Can Hurt the Heart, Study Finds
Older women who lose weight and then regain it may raise their risk of cardiovascular trouble

December 13, 2012: Saving Carbs for Dinnertime Might Help Control Weight
Experimental diet offered benefits in small study, but experts say it's too soon to say it works

December 10, 2012: Your Smartphone Might Help You Lose Weight
Personalized feedback and coaching along with education let patients shed pounds, study found

December 06, 2012: Thinking You Ate a Lot May Help You Feel Full
Study could point to new directions in weight control

November 06, 2012: Losing Weight May Improve Sleep Quality
Shedding pounds through diet alone or diet and exercise aided shuteye, researchers say

November 06, 2012: Health Tip: Talking to Your Doctor About Weight
Questions to focus on

November 05, 2012: Losing Weight May Lower Cardiac Risks
Study finds both low-carb and low-fat diets help overweight people reduce inflammation

November 02, 2012: Health Tip: Enlist a Dietician
For a customized eating plan

October 31, 2012: Learning How to Keep Pounds Off <i>Before</i> Dieting May Work Best
Study found strategy boosted long-term results in women trying to lose weight

October 19, 2012: Diet/Exercise Combo Best, 'Biggest Loser' Study Says
20 minutes of exercise, 20 percent calorie cut would maintain weight loss, computer model predicts

October 17, 2012: Brain Scans Suggest Downside to Skipping Breakfast
Small study found fasting prompts people to seek out high-calorie foods

October 16, 2012: Cholesterol Levels Dropping in U.S. Adults, Mostly From Statin Use
CDC study suggests fewer trans fats in diet may have also played a role

October 09, 2012: Group Programs for Weight Loss May Work Best
Study found those who go to meetings shed more pounds, whether health pro or peer in charge

September 18, 2012: Report: 39 States on Pace for Obesity Rates Above 50%
Costs in diabetes, heart disease, health care dollars will skyrocket if current trends go unchecked

August 28, 2012: 4 Eating Habits May Help Older Women Maintain Weight Loss
In 4-year study, those who kept pounds off decreased 3 food groups and increased fruits, vegetables

August 22, 2012: Weight-Loss Surgery May Help Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Medications, lifestyle changes still first-line prevention, researchers say

August 16, 2012: 'Yo-Yo' Dieting Won't Harm Long-Term Weight Loss Efforts
Study found no differences among 'weight cyclers' and others as time went on

August 02, 2012: Modest Weight Loss Can Reap Prolonged Health Benefits
Study found reduced diabetes risk, even if weight returned

July 18, 2012: Another New Weight-Loss Drug Approved
Qsymia sanctioned for obese or overweight people with chronic condition

July 18, 2012: FDA Approves 2nd New Weight-Loss Drug
Qsymia joins Belviq as first diet medications approved in 13 years; experts still counsel healthy lifestyle as best option

July 13, 2012: Weight-Loss Keys: Food Journals, Eating In, Not Skipping Meals
'Ladies who lunch' in restaurants lost the least weight in study

July 12, 2012: Heavier Friends Might Widen Your Waistline: Study
Research with high school students suggests overweight pals influence weight gain

July 12, 2012: 'Beige' Fat Joins Brown Fat as Potential Weight-Loss Target
These cells, a combination of white and brown fat, may ramp up weight loss, scientists say

June 27, 2012: FDA Clears First Weight-Loss Pill in 13 Years
Belviq designed to make people feel full sooner

June 27, 2012: FDA Approves First New Weight-Loss Drug in More Than a Decade
Belviq targeted for adults with health problems such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes

June 27, 2012: 'Atkins'-Type Diets May Raise Risk of Heart Problems: Study
Diets rich in plant-based foods a better choice in the long run for women, experts say

June 26, 2012: Certain Diets May Help Body Burn More Calories: Study
Low-carb and low-glycemic plans work best, but low-carb regimen has drawbacks

June 26, 2012: Hormone 'Ratio' May Show Which Dieters Will Keep Weight Off
Study found measuring the ratio of leptin and ghrelin helped predict success

June 25, 2012: Screen All Adults for Obesity: U.S. Panel
New guidelines focus on lifestyle counseling, not medication

June 11, 2012: Junk Food More Appealing When You're Sleepy: Study
Sleep-deprived snackers are less likely to make good choices, brain studies show

June 11, 2012: Treating Prediabetes Might Prevent Full-Blown Disease
Either by lifestyle changes or meds, returning blood sugar to normal has lasting effects, study found

June 01, 2012: Health Tip: Don't Overeat When Dining Out
Order smaller portions

May 31, 2012: Atkins-Type Diets Look Kidney-Friendly: Study
Researchers find high-protein regimen safe for obese people without renal problems