The protein-sparing modified fast diet, or the PSMF diet, is a short-term diet that involves consuming low amounts of calories and carbs and high amounts of protein to help lose weight quickly. A registered dietitian explains the pros and cons of this diet.
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The Dangers of Ear Stapling
Ear stapling for weight loss is as sketchy as it sounds, and ineffective to boot! Learn what makes this trend so dangerous, and what to do instead.
Do Detoxes and Cleanses Actually Work?
Thinking about a detox or cleanse to clean out your system? Consider these pros and cons before you dive in.
Plant Paradox Diet: Does It Work for Weight Loss?
The Plant Paradox Diet takes a lot of familiar menu items off of your plate. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, but is it a plan built for long-term success? A dietitian weighs in.
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How Many Calories Should You Eat in a Day?
Determining how many calories you should eat every day can be a challenge, as there are many factors to take into consideration. A registered dietitian discusses counting calories.
10 Ways To Get Rid of Belly Fat for Good
Excess belly fat brings a host of health risks. But you can battle the bulge with one (or all!) of these 10 tips.
How To Break That Frustrating Weight-Loss Plateau
Hitting a weight-loss plateau can be frustrating, but you’re not to blame — in fact, they’re perfectly normal. Our expert explains why they happen and guides you through how to break them.
What Is Mindful Eating?
Do you find yourself mindlessly munching on snacks when you’re binge-watching a TV show? Mindful eating can turn that bad habit into a healthy one.
Will Lemon Coffee Help You Lose Weight?
Could squeezing lemon juice into your coffee help you squeeze into a smaller size of jeans? A registered dietitian has your answer.
Weight Loss: How to Reset Your Brain for Success
The less you focus on restricting and categorizing foods and the more you focus on creating healthy behaviors around food and exercise, the healthier your body — and mind — will be.