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Grains not to blame for weight gain

Eating grain-based foods, like bread, does not lead to weight gain, urges dieticians.

Surprising new leads uncovered in global obesity epidemic

Researchers have uncovered surprising new leads in the worldwide obesity epidemic by examining the combination of our rapidly changing environment with our overwhelming appetite for protein.

Should we be more aware of the calories in alcohol?

We should all know just how much alcohol is fueling the obesity epidemic, say public health experts.

Sugary drinks may cause us to age as much as cigarettes do

Recent research has revealed negative effects that the consumption of soft drinks can have on our ageing process.

This taste sensation can help you shed kilos

A new study reveals a ‘fifth flavour’ could promote fullness without reducing meal satisfaction.

Two hours a day behind the wheel could be making you sick

Spending as little as two hours a day behind the wheel could be putting you at risk of a range of poor health behaviours and outcomes, a University of Sydney study has shown.

Children as young as five comfort eat when anxious

Kids as young as five are eating comfort foods to combat anxiety or heightened emotions, a Belgian study has found.

Sugar, not fat, the greatest risk of obesity

When it comes to obesity, fat may not be our friend but sugar is definitely the enemy, say US filmmakers.

Why we must focus on fibre: groundbreaking report

A high-fibre diet can ward off diseases, obesity and inflammation. Here are tips on how to introduce more into your diet.

Tax on fizzy drinks could save lives

A 20 per cent tax on sugary fizzy drinks could postpone 67 deaths a year, a New Zealand study has determined.

Half an avocado a day keeps snacking at bay

Eating half an avocado at lunchtime can help you feel fuller and reduce your chances of snacking by up to 40 per cent.

A bowl of blueberries a day keeps metabolic syndrome at bay

Enjoying a bowl of wild blueberries each day could ward off life-threatening obesity, heart disease and diabetes.

Early bedtime thwarts childhood obesity

Winning the fight against childhood obesity could be a few extra hours of sleep away.

50 Foods That Will Change Your Life – Author Interview

By eating foods that address your specific health complaints, you can make a profound difference to your vitality, believes the authors of this new book.

Soft drinks – worse than you think for kids

Most parents know soft drinks are not great for kids, but a new study shows they’re even worse than previously thought. While […]

Agave Syrup: The ‘sweet’ alternative?

Agave syrup’s popularity is on the rise, but is the ‘healthy’ sugar alternative really better for us?

Do you carry the “hunger gene”?

Do you always find room for dessert or seconds? You could be living with the “hunger gene”, along with more than half of the population.

Childhood obesity linked to cultural background

Primary school children from Middle-Eastern and Asian backgrounds are more overweight than kids from English-speaking backgrounds.

Obesity-related health issues could skip a generation

Children of obese mothers may be spared the related health risks, but their grandchildren may not.

Eating insects better for waistlines & environment

Incorporating insects into our diet could hold the answer to the obesity problem, as well as combat greenhouse gas emissions.

Obesity obsession

British researchers believe our society’s growing obsession with obesity is causing many underweight children to go unnoticed.

Addicted to eating

As obesity rates continue to rise, some scientists are questioning if an addiction to overeating could be at fault.

Fasting curbs diabetes & cardiovascular disease

Intermittent fasting is not only for weight-control, it could also help sufferers of cardiovascular disease and diabetics.

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