Pilates is undeniably taking the world by storm . But while the low-impact workout is loved by celebrities like Miley Cyrus and Tate McRae , it's not exactly known for being the most affordable regimen on the market. Luckily, you don't...
No matter what's trending in fitness or fashion, we'll never abandon one of our most trusted pieces of workout gear : a great pair of leggings. While the closet staple is sometimes purely functional, the best pairs can withstand a long...
With Wimbledon in full swing, everyone's a tennis fan (or at least trying to become one). Just look to the enduring tenniscore trend , viral tennis-themed beverages , and buzzy tennis discourse (we're still not over the size of the...
Wimbledon is back - and whether you're tuning in for the athletic prowess or the celeb sightings, it's alway more fun when you're in the know. That said, getting up to speed on tennis lingo can be tricky. After all, other sports use...
You don't need to be a tennis expert to know it's a thrilling game to watch. But with Wimbledon underway and some seriously talented players lined up, it's not always easy to keep score. Each serve sparks a new wave of anticipation, and...
Whether you're tuning into Wimbledon 2025, or just heavily invested in the tenniscore trend , tennis is definitely having a moment. But it can be hard to enjoy the sport when you don't understand all the jargon. After all, the language...
As someone who loves a classy cocktail lounge, there's nothing wrong with "grabbing drinks" on a date. But, I'm also someone who doesn't like to drink that often , which is why I'd like to make a case for the workout date. Hear me out: I...
Steve Wilkinson says young pupils’ poor fitness is a cultural challenge that can only be resolved by parents’ choices Once again, primary schools are expected to “fix” the obesity problem affecting young children ( Majority of children...
Few patients will be eligible for the drugs. Better food regulation and social policy are more likely to give lasting results A medicine that takes away your appetite by making you feel full and a bit nauseous doesn’t sound very...
UK health officials launch study into side-effects of weight loss drugs after increased reports of acute pancreatitis Hundreds of people have reported problems with their pancreas linked to taking weight loss and diabetes injections,...
Maybe you stash an empty grocery bag in your duffel so you can store sweaty cross-training shoes after a workout. Or perhaps you tie the laces to the outside of your backpack so your shoes don't have to go in your bag at all. Whatever...
Warns "radical groups" not to interfere with natural protein production By James R. Hood of ConsumerAffairs June 25, 2025 Gov. Greg Abbott signs SB261, banning sale of lab-grown meat in Texas through 2027 Law imposes criminal...
U.S. crop yields could drop by up to 13.5% over the next 25 years By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs April 22, 2025 Key takeaways: Microplastics reduce plants water and nutrient intake by clogging root systems Studies show microplastics...
30 times more microplastics in chicken nuggets than in chicken breasts By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs May 20, 2025 New research suggests microplastics from ultra-processed foods may accumulate in the brain, potentially fueling rates...
Amazon has become our go-to retailer for virtually anything we need, including wellness deals. From editor-reviewed fitness products to home workout items and running shoes , we've researched and personally tested hundreds of items....
I'm afraid I ruined Sydney Ertl's day. When we connected on the phone on a Tuesday, the college senior was on a high. Just a few days before, her University of Minnesota cheerleading squad had placed seventh out of 21 in their division,...
Exclusive: Analysis by Royal Society for Public Health suggests obesity rates will rise in 90% of the country The majority of children will be overweight or obese in nine areas of England by 2035, according to “deeply concerning”...
About 220,000 patients expected to receive Mounjaro over three years as GPs can prescribe the drugs for the first time Thousands of patients in England will be able to access weight-loss jabs via their GP from Monday for the first time....
Fitness trackers often fail people with obesity by underestimating their energy burn, leading to discouraging results and misguided health data. A scientist's frustrating experience in an exercise class with his mother-in-law where her...
Self-esteem scores jumped a remarkable 131% within just one year of bariatric surgery, according to a large study presented at ASMBS 2025. Tracking nearly 5,800 patients, researchers found a direct link between weight loss and rising...
The drug offers similar benefits to calorie-cutting without the challenge of long-term fasting By James R. Hood of ConsumerAffairs June 20, 2025 New research shows the anti-aging drug Rapamycin extends lifespan as effectively as dietary...
Intermittent fasting might not be a miracle solution, but it stands shoulder to shoulder with traditional calorie-cutting when it comes to shedding pounds and improving metabolic health. A major new analysis reveals that alternate day...
Dozens sickened across western, midwestern states By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs June 8, 2025 A salmonella outbreak tied to a major egg recall has sickened at least 79 people across seven states, with 21 individuals hospitalized,...
Patients in real world shed less weight than in clinical settings and may benefit more from bariatric surgery People using weight loss jabs shed far fewer pounds in the real world than in clinical trials, researchers have found. Jabs...
Rutgers scientists have uncovered a tug-of-war inside the brain between hunger and satiety, revealing two newly mapped neural circuits that battle over when to eat and when to stop. These findings offer an unprecedented glimpse into how...
A team of scientists has identified specialized neurons in the brain that store "meal memories" detailed recollections of when and what we eat. These engrams, found in the ventral hippocampus, help regulate eating behavior by...
My gym time is sacred. The precious hour I carve out of my day feels like a gift to myself - some much-needed space to work on my physical and mental wellbeing. My low-impact cardio is a moving meditation; my strength training, a sweaty...
When it comes to my health, the more I know, the better. I'm the type of person who always wants to see the numbers on my blood pressure reading, just in case. I've been known to carry a pulse oximeter in my bag, order my own bloodwork,...
I've done plenty of DNA tests to help me explore my heritage a little deeper (I'm a hodgepodge of Eastern European, in case you're wondering). I love learning about what makes me, me. But I never thought my genetic makeup could influence...
Workout bodysuits may seem impractical compared to your regular ol' leggings and sports bras , but ballet dancers, gymnasts, trainers, and countless other athletes have been moving freely in leotards for as long as we can remember. If...
We're all guilty of a little embellishing from time to time. But the French Tennis Federation has some explaining to do. On June 7, Coco Gauff officially won the French Open, beating opponent Aryna Sabalenka in the women's singles final....
New research reveals a surprising downside to calorie-cutting diets: a link to higher levels of depressive symptoms, especially in men and those who are overweight. Despite popular beliefs that healthy eating boosts mental wellness,...
Critics claim the current definition is too broad By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 6, 2025 WISEcodes system challenges the idea that all ultra-processed foods pose equal health risks. The new classification system distinguishes...
UK watchdog has had 40 reports relating to pregnancies in people using drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro Women using weight-loss drugs have been urged to use effective contraception after dozens have reported becoming pregnant while...
This is the first such bill in the country thats aimed at removing chemicals in school meals By Kristen Dalli of ConsumerAffairs June 4, 2025 California lawmakers have introduced new legislation that would phase out ultra-processed foods...
Besides relief from hot flashes, some in the study group lost weight as well By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs June 2, 2025 A vegan diet rich in soy reduced severe hot flashes by 92% in postmenopausal women, according to a new study...
The move follows attempts by state and federal agencies to ban the substance By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs May 29, 2025 Mars has quietly removed titanium dioxide, a controversial food additive, from U.S. Skittles amid mounting...
Obesity is a global health problem that affects many people. In recent years, very promising anti-obesity drugs have been developed. Despite these successes, there are patients who do not respond to these drugs or suffer from side...
Researchers find high-fat diets set off metabolic dysfunction in cells, leading to weight gain, but these effects can be reversed by treatment with an antioxidant.
JU:MP programme included co-design of play spaces, exercise in faith settings and interventions in schools A project in the UK which included young people designing their own play spaces has led to what researchers say is the highest...
Report ignores common dangers to children, focuses on Kennedy’s favored topics – and will be forcefully opposed Donald Trump’s health secretary and long-time vaccine skeptic, Robert F Kennedy Jr , presented a highly anticipated report on...
Experts say delay from October to January after lobbying by food industry is huge setback for public health Ministers are to delay introducing a ban on junk food adverts targeting children until 2026, sparking outrage among health...
Brand shifts away from dieting towards weight-loss injections after filing for bankruptcy in the US WeightWatchers is teaming up with a provider of weight-loss drugs such as Wegovy and Mounjaro, in a seismic shift for the brand away from...
Health of adolescents worldwide has reached a ‘tipping point’, authors of Lancet commission analysis warn Almost half a billion adolescents worldwide will be living with obesity or overweight and 1 billion at risk of preventable ill...
Small clinical study with obese dieters who had chronic health problems found that eating balanced meals and including craved foods with those meals helped dieters manage cravings, even into the yearlong maintenance phase of the program.
Risk of heart failure (HF) has been shown to increase as body mass index (BMI) increases; however, BMI has limitations as an obesity measure. Over median follow-up of 13 years, waist-to-height ratio (WtHR) was found to significantly...
Researchers have discovered a new way to reduce obesity. Supplying the gut with extra acetate reduces fat and liver mass in both normal and obese mice, as long as bacteria of the Bacteroides species is also present. When both these...