Weight management and obesity is a growing concern across the globe. In the United States the situation has become so dire that 93.3 million people, almost 40% of adults, are now considered overweight or obese [1]. Child obesity is also an issue in most first-world nations. In North America, 20% of individuals between 2-19 years…
Phentermine is a stimulant-based appetite suppressant prescribed for the short-term treatment of obesity [1]. It’s used in combination with behavioral changes – such as eating a healthier diet and exercising regularly – to promote weight loss. Even as the #1 prescription weight loss pill in America, however, there’s still a lot of confusion about these diet pills…
Headed to the gym first thing in the morning or right after work? Exercising with low blood sugar is a surefire way to sabotage your carefully-planned routine, but it’s definitely not ideal to inhale a heavy meal just before exercising. So, what can you do if you have an early AM or pre-dinner workout? Grab a…
Welcome to December! This month is full of celebrations: holiday parties, drinks with friends and family meals. However, alongside the joy and festivity, a full social calendar often causes some level of anxiety for people trying to lose weight. Between the savory snacks, special drinks and decadent deserts it’s easy to exceed your entire weekend’s…
Have you heard smokers comment that puffing on cigarettes is a great way to lose weight? Or are you concerned about quitting because you’re worried about weight gain? This infographic gives you the skinny on smoking and weight loss. After you’ve scanned our summary below, head over to the full article to read more: Does…
It’s already November and that means the holidays are right around the corner! Thanksgiving dinners, office parties and bitingly cold weather put even the most committed dieters to the test, so it’s only natural that healthy eating falls to the bottom of many people’s to-do lists. But that doesn’t mean that experts stop writing about…