If you don’t get enough sleep, you may also eat too much — and thus be more likely to become obese. That is the findings of researchers who presented their study at the American Heart Association’s Epidemiology and Prevention/Nutrition, Physical Activity and Metabolism 2012 Scientific Sessions. full story

One of the key elements to losing weight and keeping it off is practicing portion control. You can eat the best food for your body, but if you are intaking too many calories daily, you will not be able to lose weight. Here are some easy tips for keeping your portions in check to effectively lose weight. full story

According to its publicist, sugar is a health food. After all, it contains zero fat, provides instant energy, and makes almost any food taste better. But these attributes are all trumped by a physiological fact: Sugar is not a weight loss food. That may seem like a given, but by understanding why it makes you fat, you can minimize sugar's harmful effects and create a leaner, healthier body.

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