Keeping weight off during middle age is not easy. As the years pass, many people—especially men—find themselves gaining stubborn belly fat. Now, researchers have uncovered key reasons why this happens ...

This article was reviewed by Felix Gussone, MD. Key Takeaways: Hormones like insulin, cortisol, thyroid hormones, and testosterone play a direct role in metabolism, appetite, and fat storage. Hormone ...

In a recent perspective article published in the International Journal of Obesity, researchers drew attention to the possible role of lifestyle disruptions in driving fat gain and discussed what is ...

Losing weight can be tricky. Gaining muscle isn’t exactly a walk in the park, either. So, losing weight and gaining muscle at the same time? Impossible, right? Not necessarily. Losing weight can be ...

When trying to lose weight, many people focus on a basic “calories in versus calories out” model. Yes, nutrition and energy expenditure are certainly important considerations when pursuing weight loss ...