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 ›

Low fat. We’ve ALL seen those tantalizing words a MILLION times on packages in stores. And most of us have bought it, at LEAST once. But if you’ve ever forked over your hard-earned cash for a “low-fat” or “no-fat” food, there’s a good chance you bought into a lie. As new research exposes the ugly ... Read More ›

Have your failed weight loss efforts left you feeling a bit desperate? You’re not alone. And you better believe the drug companies know it. They’re even BANKING on it… literally. In fact, one of them is hatching a plot right now to use that weight loss desperation to manipulate you and millions ... Read More ›

The biggest enemy of a weight-loss diet isn’t the food. Dedication isn’t the issue either. It’s not even your willpower, even though it sure will be tested at times. No, there’s something else that kills more diets than any one of those things alone. It's a factor that can shake your dedication, ... Read More ›

You know that old musical Little Shop of Horrors? In it, a mild-mannered flower shop assistant named Seymour discovers a very unusual plant he names Audrey II. The twist is the plant is an always-hungry, bossy carnivorous plant. Well, as I was reading some research today, I found myself ... Read More ›

We’re a nation of addicts. And I’m not even talking about drugs. Americans are absolutely HOOKED on simple carbohydrates. It isn’t just in the obvious sweet treats we love to eat, either. Added sugar is dumped into almost every prepared food we buy. It's even in salad dressing, for crying out ... Read More ›