In a country where four out of 10 adults are obese, it's probably good news that half of U.S. adults say they've recently tried to shed some pounds.
Though you may face challenges if you're carrying excess weight or haven't been active in a long time, you can still get fit and gain all the benefits that exercise has to offer.
Obesity is no picnic for those who struggle with it, but new research sheds some light on why so few ever find their way to a healthy weight.
To some people, keeping a food diary might seem old hat or just another busy-work task on your diet to-do list. But when done correctly (and diligently), it's a very effective tool for losing weight and keeping it off.
Fast food and processed foods trigger deep-seated instincts in the human brain that likely promote overeating, a new study suggests.
City folks are leaner than their country cousins, a new U.S. study finds.
