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When something’s wrong, we’re so used to the rigmarole of calling our doctor’s office, booking an appointment, taking time off, going to the appointment, then sitting in the waiting room…
There are many weight-loss supplements on the market that claim quick results, but these may be ineffective or lead to harmful side effects.
If you’re trying to lose weight, it may be tempting to try a fad diet or weight-loss supplements. You’re not alone — 15% of adults in the U.S. have used a weight-loss dietary supplement at some point in their lives, according to the National Institutes of Health.
However, while weight-loss supplements may promise fast results, these may not be effective or safe to use. Dietary supplements — including those for weight loss — do not need approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Plus, there is conflicting evidence about their effectiveness.
On the other hand, the FDA has…
People who are overweight or obese have a higher risk of developing chronic conditions like hypertension, heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, and more.
People who are obese or overweight have a higher risk for chronic health conditions like hypertension, Type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. About two in five people in the United States were obese in 2017 to 2018, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
For people who are overweight or obese, even modest weight loss — like losing 5 to 10 percent of body weight — can help reduce the risk of obesity-related complications or chronic disease.
Different factors, from genetics to lifestyle factors, can cause people to be overweight. Genetics may determine how the body stores…
People who are overweight or obese have a higher risk of developing chronic conditions like hypertension, heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, and more.
People who are obese or overweight have a higher risk for chronic health conditions like hypertension, Type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. About two in five people in the United States were obese in 2017 to 2018, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
For people who are overweight or obese, even modest weight loss — like losing 5 to 10 percent of body weight — can help reduce the risk of obesity-related complications or chronic disease.
Different factors, from genetics to lifestyle factors, can cause people to be overweight. Genetics may determine how the body stores…
The nutrition labels on food packages are not always easy to decipher. Here’s a guide to understanding the serving size, calories, and daily values listed on these labels.
Reading food labels can be a challenge. Yet learning how to understand them can help you make informed decisions about the food you’re eating, especially if you’re trying to stick to a healthy diet.
If you have trouble reading food labels, you’re not alone. It turns out that many people find them hard to interpret.
In a 2013 study of over 3,000 U.S. adults who viewed a nutrition label for ice cream…
Genitourinary syndrome of menopause is a relatively new term to describe a collection of symptoms such as vaginal dryness, pain during sex, and uncomfortable urination.
Around 50 years old, most women will hit menopause, the point in time 12 months after the last period. Leading up to and after menopause, reproductive function slows down and the body produces less estrogen.
In addition to symptoms like hot flashes and weight gain, menopause may cause uncomfortable symptoms in the genitourinary tract, which is the system of organs involved in urine production and reproduction.
Genitourinary syndrome of menopause or GSM is the term…
As estrogen levels decline post menopause, the risk for osteoporosis increases.
Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken over time. They become thin, brittle, and more susceptible to fractures and breaks, which often occur in the hips, wrist, or spine.
Often, osteoporosis is not diagnosed until after someone suffers a fall or breaks a bone, which makes it important to recognize the risks beforehand.
While osteoporosis can happen to anyone, it is more common in women than men and more common in older people. The National Osteoporosis Foundation says that one in two women over 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis.
Age 50 is around the time…
Hormonal changes after menopause can cause sagging, wrinkles, and dry skin. Here’s what to expect and how to take care of aging skin.
As women age, the body undergoes a number of changes. Between the ages of 45 and 55, many women experience menopause, which is the point in time 12 months after the last period. Leading up to menopause, the body has decreased reproductive ability as the ovaries make less and less estrogen.
The time before, during, and after menopause can bring a range of symptoms and bodily changes, from hot flashes to weight gain, and more.
Hormonal changes…
Fad diets are those “quick fix” diets that promise results in a short time. However, they are not sustainable for healthy, long-term weight loss.
Fad diets are popular diets — like the baby food diet or juice cleanses — that promote quick weight loss through eating certain foods or following a certain eating regime.
While these diets might seem attractive for shedding pounds fast, they are not actually sustainable for long-term weight loss. Once the diet ends, people may once more gain the weight they lost.
Fad diets may also come with risks like nutrient deficiencies. Read on to learn more about why fad diets don’t work and what you can do instead to lose weight in a healthy way.
How to recognize a fad diet
As mentioned above, a…
A doctor may prescribe FDA-approved weight loss medications, which should be used along with lifestyle changes.
There are several weight loss medications that have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for both short-term and long-term use.
However, these medications are not meant to be used on their own. People should use them along with lifestyle changes like healthy eating and physical exercise to promote healthy weight loss.
Who can or should get weight loss medication?
A doctor or healthcare provider must prescribe weight loss medication.
One factor they will consider when prescribing medication is the patient’s body mass index (BMI), which is a measure of one’s weight in relation to height.
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