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I would like to lose weight and improve my skin’s appearance this year. Any tips for tackling both these goals? They seem connected.
I'd like to lose some weight in the new year, but I'm not sure where to begin. Any advice?
I had bariatric surgery four months ago. I eat lots of protein, but my hair is falling out, and I don't have room for vegetables and fruit. However, I do take a liquid vitamin and calcium. What type of foods should I be eating?
ClaimsThe Depression and Body Weight Connection
Does obesity lead to depression or does depression lead to weight gain? It's a chicken and egg relationship.
The mind-body connection is often complex, with our thoughts, memories and emotions influencing physical conditions and vice versa. This is certainly true when it comes to weight issues. Researchers have yet to definitively say whether one causes the other, but study after study supports a link.
How Many Calories in Your Fast-Food Meal? Guess Again
Diners underestimated by as much as 500 calories in study.
THURSDAY, May 23 (HealthDay News) -- People who eat at fast-food restaurants are consuming significantly more calories than they realize -- and teens are the worst offenders, a new study found.
Cutting Out Mealtime Distractions May Help Manage Weight
Slowing down, focusing on food could keep you from overeating later, study contends.
By Barbara Bronson Gray
HealthDay Reporter
THURSDAY, March 28 (HealthDay News) -- Too much multitasking could make you overeat, a new study suggests. So if you're finding it hard to reach or maintain your ideal weight, slowing down and savoring your meal might help.
How Sleep Affects Your Weight
There are plenty of reasons to get a good night's sleep. It can help you feel refreshed and more energetic the next day, not to mention reduce any under-eye puffiness and help your skin look better. But did you ever think that getting your full 40 winks could also help you maintain a healthy weight?
