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If you have obesity, you have likely been told that you should exercise to support your health. But that can feel "easier said than done." Everyone experiences barriers to exercise in...

"A little anorexia won't kill you." I remember the moment my childhood doctor said that to me. I was 15 years old and had a really bad ear infection. I...

Obesity is a serious health problem affecting the whole body. Many people do not reach their target weight with diet and exercise alone. Weight-loss surgery is another option for overcoming...

Some late nights you might be able to catch me searching through the pantry, my stomach growling angrily, looking for some tasty tid-bits of goodness to wolf down. These nights...

Confidence, an attribute often admired, was a cloak I wore, but the fabric was thinner than it seemed. At 520 pounds, I projected assurance, striving for impeccable presentation amidst a...

I had a fear of children for as long as I could remember. They were these unknown creatures that were prone to outbursts. Kids would say anything that came to...

When people tell me their weight loss stories, they often say the first step was going back to the gym. If weight loss for health is your goal, the gym...

My name is Tatiana Corbitt and I have always struggled with my weight. Growing up, I was called a little gordita, or little fat girl in Spanish. Though English speakers...

Menopause is an expected transition, but many women are surprised at what it brings. The more you understand what is coming, the better equipped you will be to make informed...

Living as a morbidly obese person is often more than just a physical struggle. There is a whole emotional side to it that can feel pretty overwhelming. I’ve come to...

Bariatric surgeries, such as gastric sleeve and gastric bypass, are also called weight-loss surgeries. They help many people overcome obesity. They change the size of your stomach and how you...

My name is John Arpino, and my life has been a journey marked by tremendous challenges and unwavering resilience. It all began in the NICU, fighting for survival against meconium...

A well-balanced diet is an important factor in your overall health. Diets that include only plant-based foods have many health benefits. A vegan diet is a 100 percent plant-based diet...

Glucose is a form of sugar found in your blood that supplies energy to the cells in your body. It is your main source of energy and comes from the...

Many of the same factors affect cholesterol levels and weight. Also, both high cholesterol and obesity raise your risk of heart disease. How these conditions are related are discussed below...

Are you living with obesity? No matter where you are in your obesity journey, we want to hear from you. To learn more about the challenges of living with obesity...

Traveling can be exciting. But for people with obesity, it can present unique challenges. This guide will explore some common problems travelers with obesity face. You will also find practical...

Obesity is a growing health concern in the United States. About two-thirds of adults were classified as overweight or obese in a National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Obesity can...

The Paleo diet is a type of diet our human ancestors ate. The name of the diet references the Paleolithic Era. Scientists pin this period of time to about 2.5...

Eating a balanced diet ensures the body gets all the necessary nutrients it needs to function. When people want to lose weight, limiting carbohydrates can help. Many fad diets come...