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Lack of exercise increasing youngsters risk of obesity
Results of a survey published by the British Heart Foundation for the Food4Thought campaign have revealed that Britain's kids are failing to get enough exercise.
According to the research, children are now spending more time on their
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Screen siren opens up about diet rumours
Hollywood pin-up Scarlett Johansson has hit back at claims she went on a diet and read more.
Animal lovers shape up with household pets
Owning a pet can help lower blood pressure, encourage exercise and boost overall wellbeing, according to a new study.
Research led by the University of Missouri suggests that domestic animals may play a significant role in fighting
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Losing weight can help treat sleep apnoea
Patients with severe sleep apnoea could reduce their number of episodes by adopting a diet and read more.
Yoga encouraged as 'a fantastic way to feel fitter'
A yoga expert is set to encourage thousands of Brits across the country to practice the ancient health and fitness-boosting form of … read more.
More men opt for liposuction to beat the bulge
An increasing number of men are turning to cosmetic surgery to remove stubborn fat around their middle, figures reveal.
According to the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS), more men than women are undergoing
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K-Fed to feature in celebrity diet show
Ex-husband of pop princess Britney Spears, Kevin Federline is set to embark on a new diet and read more.
Hormone may help obese slimmers keep weight off
A hormone already associated with food intake and metabolism may also regulate bone mass and suppress appetite, a new US study suggests.
Researchers from Yale School of Medicine and Columbia University found that leptin impacts serotonin
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Social class related to teen diets
The diet and weight of teenagers can be linked to their family's social background and parents' expectations for their … read more.
Personality linked to weight loss success
People who have an optimistic outlook are less likely to lose weight, a new study suggests.
Research conducted at
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Oily fish linked to arthritis relief
A diet rich in oily fish, such as mackerel or tuna, may help reduce inflammation in people who suffer from arthritis, it has … read more.
High-fructose diet linked to poor cardiovascular health
A diet high in fructose has been found to increase blood pressure in men, according to a new report.
Findings
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