This article was reviewed by Felix Gussone, MD. Key Takeaways: Hormones like insulin, cortisol, thyroid hormones, and ...

One American study that followed adults across the winter holiday period of roughly six to eight weeks found an average gain of about 0.37 kg. A Swedish study reported around 0.4 kg in non obese ...

During the multiyear transition to menopause, women's bodies begin processing sugar and carbs less efficiently, while their ...

How to Lose Fat and Gain Muscle Losing weight can be tricky. Gaining muscle isn’t exactly a walk in the park, either. So, ...

FOR many of us, one of the best things about the festive period is the delicious food and drink. But sometimes the tasty treats can be ruined by fears of weight gain over Christmas. But now one ...

Not all bloating is obvious, so how can you tell what's air and what's not? Plus, what may have caused your bloating and what ...

Obesity is a global epidemic and a major cause of morbidity and mortality because it increases the risk for comorbidities, ...

Fat substitutes used in low-calorie foods can contribute to weight gain and obesity, according to a report by the American Psychological Association. A study by researchers at Purdue University using ...

Weight gain is common in women going through menopause. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including hormone fluctuations, muscle loss, poor sleep, and changes in eating and exercise habits.

Some research links smoking to weight changes. However, it may not cause weight gain directly. Quitting smoking has shown links to minimal weight gain, for various reasons. Smoking is the most common ...