No one tries to fail at weight loss. We all go in with the best of intentions, the most careful plans, and a solid determination that this time – yes, THIS time, finally – it’s all going to work out. Yet most diets end in failure just the same. Many dieters not only regain everything they lost ... Read More ›

Every fat cell in your body has a secret weakness. It’s like a hidden self-destruct button. Once you activate it, you can start the clock because the fat cells are doomed. So it’s easy to see why those cells do everything they can to hide it from you. For the most part, they’re pretty good ... Read More ›

For most of us, it began around the time we hit puberty. That’s when we launched into our lifelong battle against body fat. And, sadly, many folks will go to their graves, still obsessed with winning that war. After all, we’re told our entire lives that body fat is enemy number one. It's made ... Read More ›

If you’re among the millions stepping out after a year of pandemic lockdowns, you’ve probably noticed something. And not just the great spring weather. It’s that none of your clothing fits anymore. Pandemic weight gain is all too real. In fact, one new study found that every month of lockdown ... Read More ›

If I could make a new rule, it would be this: Any weight you gain past the age of 50 doesn’t count. How great would that be? Because let’s face it, when we’re young, we can’t fully appreciate the red-hot metabolism of youth. We eat what we want without gaining weight but never stop to ... Read More ›