Diet & Fitness

People who eat low-carb diets live longer but only if they go easy on meat, too

A moderate carbohydrate intake seemed healthiest, study finds

What nutritionists want patients to know about juicing, detox teas and more

People hoping to lose weight often switch from sodas to cold-pressed juices or detoxifying teas, but are these products healthy or all hype?

I put this $32 exercise bike under my desk and here’s what happened

Imagine all the fun of a bicycle without the helmet hair!

Couple loses a combined 267 pounds — and then falls in love

When Maria Landers was researching weight loss she found Ben Landers and they began a long-distance romance based on their weight-loss journeys.

How metabolism affects your weight

Is it really possible to boost your metabolism? A nutritionist weighs in.

Do you want or need to gain weight? Here's how many calories, and what food, to eat

If you're underweight and need to gain a few pounds, there are easy and healthy ways to do so. Here's what nutritionists recommend.

5 healthy alternatives to white flour

There are more and more options to white or wheat flour these days, but how do you cook with them? A nutritionist shares her tips.

Can you really be obese and healthy at the same time?

Some medical experts fear the term “healthy obesity” discourages doctors and patients from thinking about weight loss as a way to prevent disease.

Does using smaller plates really help you to eat less?

It turns out the illusion works, but not when you need it most, new research has found.

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5 ways to cleanse your body in one day

While there is no such thing as a one-day miracle diet, it can be useful to hit the reset button.

Pediatricians sound alarm about food additives and children's health

There’s growing concern about how the 10,000 chemicals allowed in food and food packaging could affect kids' hormones and development.

Are you wearing the best shoe for your workout?

Time to chuck your old sneaks and replace them with one of these pairs.

5 plans that can help you lose weight without going to the gym

Which online fitness challenges are the best? Personal trainers review the 80-Day Obsession, the Sweat app, Nike Training Club and more.

See how this doctor lost 125 pounds in only 18 months

Dr. Kevin Gendreau weighed 300 pounds, turning to food to cope with stress. But when his sister was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, Gendreau realized that when...

'I am shocked it works': Doctor loses 125 pounds with intermittent fasting

Dr. Kevin Gendreau watched his sister die of cancer and realized she had no choice in health. But he did. With intermittent fasting, he lost 125 pounds.

How many calories should you eat in a day? Nutritionists weigh in

Nutritionists and dietitians share their real thoughts about calorie counting, as well as what they recommend.

'I am happy and confident': Woman loses 140 pounds by making 1 change at a time

After watching her friends travel and camp, Laura Morgan realized her weight was holding her back. She changed one bad habit at a time to lose 140 pounds.

Trying to eat healthy? This mental trick could help, new research suggests

A new study suggests how you think can impact how you eat.

Intermittent fasting helps control diabetes

Dieters liked the two days on, five days off eating pattern better.

Wondering what to get at the Nordstrom sale? Our editor bought these sneakers

They're comfortable, supportive and come in fun colors.

After girl's concussion led to headaches, cheerleading became part of the cure

After a fall caused a concussion and constant headaches, Krysta Kaluzny thought she'd never cheer again. But she returned stronger than ever.

7 healthy snacks under 200 calories

Snacks should be a combination of a protein, healthy fat and fiber. Though, they should not be a substitute for a meal.

9 reusable water bottles you never knew you needed

Cold water all summer? Yes, please!

5 exercises that will help you master a pullup

Build your upper body strength with these five exercises that will help you master a pullup!

Here's what protects your heart better than fish oil or vitamins

The average healthy person gets no benefit from taking nutritional supplements, new research indicates

Half of Americans are trying to lose weight: 8 tips for lasting success

A new CDC survey details our favorite slim-down methods, and a nutritionist offers her top tips.

Creator of 80-Day Obsession shares her 5 tips for staying motivated

Creator of the 80-Day Obsession, Autumn Calabrese, shares her best advice for staying motivated and on the healthy track.

Are you eating too much avocado?

Yes, avocados have healthy fat, but you can have too much of a good thing, nutritionists say.

8 foods cardiologists try to avoid

Hippocrates famously said, “Let food be thy medicine” and that applies to heart health: Diet is incredibly important.

3 yoga poses to help you fall asleep

Having a hard time falling asleep? Try these yoga poses about 15 minutes before bed. They'll help you relax and unwind.

Eat or drink too much last week? 5 steps to get back on track

It's easy to over indulge over the summer. Instead of beating yourself up about it, start fresh today with these five easy tips.

Trying to get flat abs? Here are 11 foods that may help

Don't just focus on the foods you may need to give up!

5 foods nutritionists never eat

Everything in moderation is good in theory, but not when it comes to these five foods.

4 tips to keep an intermittent fasting diet on track

A nutrition expert offers advice on how to deal with hunger, when to exercise and if it's OK to skip breakfast.

5 key lifestyle habits parents can follow to protect their kids from obesity

The study's main author, a Harvard University professor of medicine, shared the most surprising finding.

Why are soccer players so hot? There's a scientific reason

While the World Cup shows off the best soccer talent in the world, it also shows off some seriously hot men. What is it about soccer players?

Coffee is really, really good for you, new evidence shows

Instant or decaf, it doesn't matter what kind you drink.

Overcoming the odds: How celebrity trainer Ben Bruno went from crippling pain to success

The celebrity trainer behind such stars as Justin Timberlake and Kate Upton, found his passion after a difficult time as a young adult.

Got gas? 5 ways to prevent and treat stomach bloating

One of the easiest ways is to stay hydrated, which is especially important in the heat

Could the 16:8 diet help you lose weight without the hunger?

Leave the calorie counting and deprivation behind with this eating plan.

Meet the woman who finished 6 Ironman races on 6 continents

In just one year, Jackie Faye completed six Ironman races on six continents, solidifying her as a world record holder. Faye sits down with Megyn Kelly, revealing...

'It will work': Mom loses 71 pounds in 6 months with intermittent fasting

When Janielle Wright realized being overweight held her back, she decided to lose weight. The 16:8 intermittent fasting diet helped her lose 71 pounds.

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