Diet and Weight Loss - Staying on Track

Ilise Ratner

Ilise didn't give up her quest to found out which condition was causing her digestive discomforts. Thankfully, she turned her troubles into triumphs and is now a health coach to help others overcome their digestive problems.

Is There a Downside to Losing Weight?

There's no doubt that shedding excess pounds is a big boost to your health and well-being, but not everything is totally rosy after weight loss.

Conquering Portion Distortion

From entrées and desserts to sodas and sides, Americans are supersizing. Learn how to choose healthier portions.

How to Lose Weight Without Really Trying

Sick of starving to lose weight? Follow these tips to shed pounds. No diet required.

3 Heart-Healthy Habits With Zero Deprivation

Pizza? Drinks? TV? Your favorite indulgences can be made heart healthy, if you do them right.

5 Easy Tips to Avoid Vacation Weight Gain

You can take a vacation from day-to-day living without forfeiting daily exercise and healthy eating. These practical tips will help you stave off the extra pounds without needing to give up festive foods and unforgettable fun.

12 Best Bets for Healthy Beer Options

If you're looking for a "healthy" beer, unfortunately, you won't find one. But that doesn't mean you should skip out entirely. If you choose to indulge in a beer, make the best choice for your health.

"Balanced Diet": What Does It Mean for You?

Following a balanced diet can help you lower your blood sugar and cholesterol, and it ensures you'll enjoy lots of delicious and healthy options. Here's how to do it.

8 Summer Party Tips for Diabetics

Live it up at all the backyard barbecues and casual al fresco get-togethers this season has to offer, but keep these eight tips in mind so your blood sugar and your waistline won't reflect poor choices later.

4 Ways to Dine Out Without Damaging Your Diet

To make the most of your restaurant experience while making sure you're not undoing a week's worth of exercise, follow these tips.

Build a Heart-Healthy Meal at the Salad Bar

What could be more convenient for lunch on the go than a quick stop at the salad bar? But the choices you make can make the difference between a fat-laden, calorie-heavy meal and a satisfying, good-for-your-heart lunch.

Employee Fitness Programs: A Win-Win

It's hard to find time for fitness, a sensible diet, and health screenings, especially when you work full time. That is, unless health and fitness opportunities come directly to you.

Men Suffer From Anorexia, Too

If it seems that a man in your life is obsessively preoccupied with trying to stay slim, don't shrug it off as something harmless. There are a significant number of men and boys who suffer from anorexia nervosa.

The New USDA Dietary Guidelines, Decoded

All-you-can-eat buffets. Unlimited soda refills. Burgers the size of ball fields. When it comes to food, America serves it up. It's no wonder one-third of our children and two-thirds of adults are overweight or obese. Here's what you need to know to help your family eat better.

10 Sneaky Ways to Fit in Exercise

Spare time is at a premium these days. If you find it difficult to find time to work out, worry not; we've provided you with calorie-burning gold.

Fit in Fruits and Vegetables

Eating the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables can feel a bit daunting, especially for busy families on the go. The good news is that it's a lot easier than you might imagine.

The Best Way for Diabetics to Lose Weight

Whether you want to lose 5 or 50 pounds, it's extra challenging when you have diabetes.

Are Buffets Sabotaging Your Diet?

Follow these tips to eat smart around all that good food.

Sugar Shockers: Seemingly Safe Foods that Aren't

Think these foods are safe? Think again.

9 Worst Foods You Can Eat at the Fair

These nine foods simply aren't fair to your diet.

Are You a Yo-Yo Dieter?

All too often, people lose weight only to gain it back again. Follow these tips to stop the maddening cycle.

The 10 Best and Worst Junk Foods of All Time

When you want to indulge, find out which junk foods are the worst and which are not so bad.

Top Diet Tips As You Age

As you age, your body doesn't stay the same. Neither should your diet.

Eat This, Not That: Holiday Food Choices

The holiday season offers a cornucopia of choices when it comes to food. Do you make smart selections or pick nutrition nightmares?

7 Shocking Diet Flubs and Fixes

Learn how to pinpoint and fix the seven sneakiest diet blunders.

What to do When You Blow Your Diet

Follow these tips to keep minor slip-ups from becoming major setbacks.

How to Control Emotional Eating

Are you really satisfying your hunger or just feeding your feelings? Learn how to identify and control emotional eating.

5 Ways to Shed Stubborn Pounds

Losing those last few pounds can be a challenge, even for the most dedicated dieters. Here, five ways to reach your goal weight.

Dieting? Eat This, Not That

These simple switches can get you on the road to long-term weight loss.

6 Shape-Up Secrets for Fitness-Phobes

Even the biggest couch potatoes can learn to love exercise.
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