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weight loss

Don’t get down about ‘Biggest Loser’ study

Yes, the body rebels against extreme weight loss, but don't give up! Experts offer suggestions for how to keep the pounds off in the long term.

Weight-loss surgery gets people moving

More than half of patients showed improvement in pain symptoms, ability to walk.

Body fat may be bigger danger than body size

Study finds fat levels a better indicator of early death than commonly used BMI measure.

Patient Story

Couch to 5K: You can do it

The best way to begin exercising? Tell somebody your goals.

Drink up to lose weight

Sugar, salt and overall calories consumed are likely to decline with additional water intake.

Exercise has limits for losing weight

Intense workouts are no more effective at burning calories than walking a couple of miles a day.

Resolve to eat better: 8 tips to make it work

A dietitian dishes on ways to keep your New Year’s resolution going strong all year.

Patient Story

A new approach to youth weight loss

An expert team helps youngsters reach ideal weight through positivity and pragmatism—and a fresh outlook on diet and exercise.

Weight-loss surgery and vitamin D

What you need to know about 'sunshine vitamin' deficiency and life-changing procedures.

How much weight must you lose before others notice?

Study finds women must drop about 14 pounds, men 18, before they're found more attractive.

Patient Story

‘Make the most of what you have’

Jacob Lesinski isn't about to let type 1 diabetes keep him from accomplishing his dreams.