Weight loss can be tricky, but scientists might have finally found a way to help: a cheat code for burning calories without exercising or changing your diet. And it all comes down to a fat-burning mechanism you already have in your body known as 'beige fat'. Of course, exercise and...

Your fat could burn itself, say scientists in weight-loss breakthrough

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White could be the new beige when it comes to fat cells, following the discovery of a switch that maintains the functions of adipose tissue in mice, transforming it from a lipid-locker into a calorie-burner. Physician scientist Brian Feldman and molecular biologist Liang Li from the University of California, San...

Scientists May Have Figured Out How to Make Fat Cells Burn Calories

UCSF and UC Davis researchers identified a new hormone, CCN3, that strengthens bones in breastfeeding women and could treat osteoporosis and enhance fracture healing. Researchers from UCSF and UC Davis have resolved a longstanding mystery about how breastfeeding women maintain strong bones despite losing calcium to milk production. A newly...

Long-Standing Puzzle Solved: Scientists Discover a New Hormone That Can Double Bone Mass

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We know that too much of anything is not good, but when discussing generally healthy foods, the question is: how much is too much? Bananas, for example, are fruit packed with nutritional and physical benefits. Not only that, it’s also a super convenient grab when you’re in the midst of your busy schedule or simply want to reach for something light, quick and filling. Despite the benefits, though, you don’t want to eat bananas in excess. We asked doctors and nutritionists to explain what happens if you eat a banana every day.

What Happens if You Eat a Banana Every Day? Nutrition Experts Reveal How Is Optimal for Your Diet

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If you're doing a lot of high intensity exercise, it's important to eat enough carbs to ensure your body doesn't break down muscle, a nutritionist said.

I want to lose fat, build muscle, and get stronger. A nutritionist said to eat more carbs.

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Achieving your weight loss goals is reliant, in large part, to your diet. Some foods, like this healthy snack, are more effective for weight loss than others.

The Healthy Snack That Can Help You Lose Weight (And It's Only One Ingredient)

Maintaining a healthy weight is good for your body and can also help with self-esteem. If you’ve been trying to lose weight, it’s natural to want to see results quickly (what’s more motivating than seeing your hard work pay off right away?). But, like most good things in life, healthy weight loss takes time.

How Much Weight Can I Safely Lose in a Week?

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Do This Workout a Few Times a Week and You'll Burn Fat in Your Sleep

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The zodiac signs that are perceived as lazy are those who are prone to procrastination. Such individuals love to work at their own pace and sometimes delay the delivery of assignments or tasks. People who love their comfort zone are sometimes seen as lazy people since their work rate is not as high as others.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Lazy

A registered dietitian explains foods and nutrients that may support sleep. Quality and restful sleep are essential for recovery, memory and learning, and participation in daily activities. Moreover, healthy sleep patterns are crucial for health because poor sleep contributes to chronic conditions. Diet plays an integral role in sleep. Foods...

11 Foods That May Help You Sleep

Eating it regularly lowers the risk of heart disease and dementia.

The One Food Nutritionists Are Begging People Over 50 to Start Eating ASAP

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Summer is here, and our collective sweet tooth aches for twist cones and popsicles, funnel cake and icebox pies — at the expense of our health and waistline.

For those seeking satisfaction while maintaining a healthy diet, experts recommend sweet snacks that boost metabolism and curb cravings. Rich in protein, fiber, and antioxidants, these guilt-free alternatives to sugary summer desserts offer the feeling of indulgence without the guilt. 

Sophia Turner, dietitian and co-founder of SlimEtc explains to SheFinds, “Metabolism refers to the complex series of chemical reactions that occur within the body to convert the food we eat into energy. It...

These 5 healthy desserts can boost metabolism and banish belly fat

Intermittent Fasting (IF) is a dietary approach that alternates between periods of eating and fasting. This method has gained significant popularity due to its potential health benefits and simplicity. Unlike traditional diets that focus on what you eat, Intermittent Fasting emphasizes when you eat. This approach can help with weight loss, improve metabolic health, and even extend lifespan. Intermittent Fasting has been practiced in various forms for centuries, often for religious or cultural reasons, but modern science is now beginning to uncover its potential benefits for overall health and well-being.

Intermittent Fasting – Top Ten Things You Need To Know

We love a quick fix and a new swath of coffee-inspired diets is making the rounds — or grounds, as it were — promising a lean life one cup at a time.

Coffee has long been lauded as a powerful jolt for eliminating jiggle. A recent study from Harvard’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health revealed that four cups of mud per day can lower body fat by approximately 4%.

The caffeine in coffee boosts metabolic rate, increasing how quickly your body burns fat, studies have found. Another smaller study found that ingesting caffeine led to a 13% increase in calorie burning and a...

Caffeine fix: Do the ‘Coffee Diet’ and the ‘7-second coffee loophole’ really aid weight loss?

Plus, meal ideas from a dietitian so you can put it into practice too.

'I'm an Oncologist and This Is the Exact Diet I Follow for Cancer Prevention'

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A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Take a look at your social media feed, and you’ll find enough conflicting weight-loss advice to make your head spin. But the one thing pretty much everyone agrees on is the importance of protein in your diet. So, if you’re looking for a quality protein source, think fish.

The 7 Best Fish to Eat for Weight Loss, According to Dietitians

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When it comes to protein, the general consensus is typically: eat more of it. Like, a lot more of it. It's no wonder why people are putting cottage cheese in everything to get those gains. But how much is too much for the sake of your well-being?. There’s no doubt...

5 Signs Your Body Is Telling You That You’re Eating Too Much Protein, According to a Registered Dietitian

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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Maintaining a balanced diet is a crucial part of maintaining optimal gut health and metabolism. Our gut is home to trillions of bacteria that play a crucial role in digestion, immunity, and even mood regulation. Similarly, our metabolism, the process...

2 Ultra-Processed Drinks Experts Recommend Avoiding This Summer Because They Could Slow Down Your Metabolism And Harm Your Gut Health: Juice & Energy Drinks

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Scientists Discover How To Use White Fat Cells To Burn Calories

Struggling to lose weight or maintain a healthy body weight? Scientists have discovered a way to turn your fat cells into calorie burners. Researchers from UC...

Scientists Discover How To Use White Fat Cells To Burn Calories

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