Weight & health
What makes us eat too much? What can help you eat less? How does excess weight boost the risk of type 2 diabetes, cancer, heart disease, stroke, and osteoarthritis? We've got the answers.
The latest on weight & health
Why we overeat
Obesity researcher Kevin Hall made headlines when he reported that ultra-processed foods led people to overeat and gain weight. Hall and others are still trying to figure out what makes us overdo it. Here’s the latest.
Six strategies to help you say no to junk food
Our environment is saturated in calories—cheap, tempting, unnecessary calories. You can’t run errands without dealing with a constant barrage of junk foods. Here's how to resist the flood of junk food fighting for your attention.
Why weight matters
It's not about how we look. Higher weight increases the risk of diseases like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, cancer, osteoarthritis, and more.
Weight loss—what helps, what’s a waste of time
Cut carbs or calories?
If you're trying to lose weight, what matters—cutting carbs or calories?
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