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Low carb diets are popular for weight loss and diabetes management. Learn how they compare to modern high carb diets and about their long-term impacts. → Read More
Sedentary living increases risks associated with type 2 diabetes, even over short periods. Learn how to avoid step reduction and increase your daily activities. → Read More
Low carbohydrate diets can promote weight loss and lower blood pressure, but there may be important gender differences. Learn about research on low carb diets. → Read More
We encourage women to breastfeed if possible, even with breast cancer, because of the significant health benefits to both baby and mother. Here are promising facts about breastfeeding and breast cance → Read More
Mothers can change their lifestyle to reduce their child developing obesity. Find out how BMI, diet, smoking, and alcohol affect children’s’ risk for obesity. → Read More
Breast cancer survivors who receive hormone therapy may have a higher risk of diabetes. Use these tips to help limit excessive weight gain after treatment. → Read More
Do you have poor metabolism? You may need intensive lifestyle changes to help you avoid gaining excess weight, which can lead to type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. → Read More
Lupus has been identified as a leading cause of death in young women, according to the CDC. Among women aged 15 to 24, lupus is the leading chronic inflammatory disease, ranking higher than diabetes and liver disease. HealthCentral talks to an expert and patient about how to beat the statistics. → Read More
Genetics and exercise both affect weight gain after menopause. Find out what you can do to prevent obesity as your metabolism slows down with age. → Read More
Is it possible to recalibrate your diet to help control portions and manage obesity? Learn about research on how our perception of portions affects eating habits. → Read More
Intermittent fasting may be good for weight loss but it can be risky for people with diabetes. Learn how to navigate this new diet trend. → Read More
Obesity-linked biological changes can remain well after weight loss. Learn what research has shown about how obesity affects cancer risks. → Read More
A study by the European Respiratory Journal shows that consuming antioxidants such as tomatoes, apples, bananas, and herbal tea can help to repair damage done to lungs from smoking, and prevent COPD. → Read More
Test your knowledge of the risk factors for non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. → Read More
A 2018 study suggests a high energy breakfast diet can promote weight loss and blood glucose control in people with both obesity and diabetes. → Read More
A 2018 study on sudden cardiac death (SCD) in young people has identified risk factors, such as obesity, that may help improve screening and prevention. → Read More
Processed foods may be a major culprit in the obesity epidemic. Learn why eating low fat or low carb might not matter as much as eating real food. → Read More
Getting adequate sleep may help reduce sugar intake, helping to fight obesity. Learn about some easy ways to improve your sleep that promote a healthy weight. → Read More
A photographer works to illustrate cultural and social influences on family diet and health. → Read More
Stress can have a major effect on heart health and is also tied to diabetes and obesity. Find out about different ways to relieve and eliminate stress to improve your heart health. → Read More