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Featured: Higher dietary flavonoids prevent obesity

People who eat more dietary flavonoids are protected against weight gain, and these phytonutrients outdo genetic influences. Colour is the new calories.

Posted on Wed, 20 Jul 16

Ashwagandha for stress-related obesity

A clinical study of Ashwagandha root extract has found it may help lower stress, reduce stress-related eating, and reduce body weight.

Posted on Wed, 30 Mar 16

What happens when you eat a handful of walnuts daily?

A daily serve of walnuts in women at high risk for diabetes significantly improved diet quality and lowered cardiovascular risk, with no negative effect from extra calories.

Posted on Sun, 15 Feb 15

Glutamine improves gut bacteria in obesity

The amino acid glutamine is used to improve gastrointestinal health, and a new pilot study suggests it may change your gut bacteria in a way that favors weight loss.

Posted on Sat, 20 Sep 14

Light at night increases obesity risk

Diet and exercise alone do not explain the obesity epidemic, and one of the strongest emerging risk factors for weight gain is disruption of our natural circadian rhythm from artificial nighttime light exposure.

Posted on Fri, 15 Aug 14

Probiotic shows promise for obesity and diabetes

Probiotics might be able to help improve your blood sugar and body weight, according to a new study showing that the probiotic yeast Saccharomyces boulardii reversed diabetes and obesity by improving gastrointestinal health and reducing inflammation.

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