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Slow metabolism: Is it to blame for weight gain?
Is a slow metabolism the reason for your weight gain? Or is something else going on?
Getting healthy starts with changing your mindset
A healthy mindset is key to achieving your wellness goals. Learn new approaches to overcoming negative self-talk and all-or-nothing thinking.
Ask for support to achieve your health goals
Making healthy lifestyle changes isn't easy. Challenges will come up. Seeking support can make the difference between reaching your goals — or not.
Slide show: Choose the right foods for weight control
Choosing low-calorie-density foods is a great weight-control strategy. You feel full on more food for fewer calories.
Fast weight loss: What's wrong with it?
Experts have long counseled against fast weight loss. But is that advice out of date?
Weight-loss hypnosis: Does it work?
Weight-loss hypnosis might be another weight-loss tool, but don't forget the basics.
Metabolism boost for weight loss?
Products that promise to boost your metabolism abound, but can they help you lose weight?
How is brown fat different from other fat?
Researchers have uncovered a type of body fat, dubbed brown fat, that appears to burn regular fat.
Weight loss: Set a realistic goal
It may seem obvious to set a weight-loss goal that's realistic, but how do you know what that is? Depending on your weight, 5% of your current weight may be a realistic goal. If you're 180 pounds (82 kilograms), 5% is 9 pounds (4 kilograms). Even this level of weight loss can help lower your risk for chronic health problems, such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
Losing weight: 5 tips that work
Need to lose weight? Start with these simple steps to improve your chances of long-term success: 1. Make sure you're ready. 2. Find your inner motivation. 3. Set realistic goals. 4. Learn to enjoy healthier foods. 5. Get and stay active.
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