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weight

Half of Americans trying to slim down

Having a plan that is "practical, achievable and maintainable" is key.

For fat loss, focus on aerobics first

Cardio will help you drop those extra pounds, our expert says. But don't forget about weight training, too.

Patient Story

‘It creeps up on you’

After gaining significant weight in his late 20s and early 30s, a Michigan man sheds 90 pounds through a new health program.

The unbreakable link

As research on the brain-body connection continues to mount, it adds up to one indisputable fact: Exercise remains essential to cognitive performance.

Losing weight eases obesity-related pain

But how many pounds is enough?

Demystify your child’s BMI

Become better informed now to help your child develop nutrition and activity habits that promote healthy weight gain over the coming years.

Enhance your pantry—go whole wheat

You could reap outsized health gains by swapping out some of those flours, sauces and canned goods.

The scales of (in)justice?

While men are predisposed to lose weight faster and easier, women can still see formidable results with the right lifestyle.

Everything you need to know about exercise and hydration

Thirst is actually a sign you're already dehydrated.

Study: Tenfold growth in childhood obesity

Even as that crisis looms in countries across the globe, South Asia and others face the unique problem of underweight youth.

When you’re the only one on a diet

Resist temptation while improving your family's health.

Fight the freshman 15

Stave off extra pounds and defy the odds with these 5 practical tips.