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Good body fat burns calories
Brown or "good fat" can help adults burn calories unlike white or "bad fat", which stores calories as insulation.
Research presented at the Endocrine Society's 91st Annual Meeting in Washington found that brown fat can
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BMI linked to sleep duration
People who sleep between seven and 8.9 hours a night tend to have a lower body mass index (BMI) than those who sleep more or … read more.
Young people to check health online
The Department of Health has launched a new online lifestyle assessment tool for teenagers in a bid to improve the health and wellbeing of young people in the UK.
NHS Teen LifeCheck offers personalised information and advice on health
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BB's Chantelle heavier and happier
Former Celebrity Big Brother winner Chantelle Houghton has revealed that she is happier with her new curvier shape.
In a recent interview with the Closer magazine, the 25-year-old reality TV star admitted that putting on a little bit of
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Dietary habits linked to male fertility
Men who consume a diet low in antioxidants are more likely to encounter fertility problems related to sperm concentration, mobility and morphology, research suggests.
A new study published in the journal Fertility and Sterility found that
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Whole-body fitness plans best for bikini dieters
Rather than targeting certain areas of the body to slim down and tone up for summer, bikini dieters are advised to focus on a diet and fitness plan that aids overall weight loss, reports suggest.
When it comes to shaping up for the big
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Peter Andre reveals health goal
Reality TV star Peter Andre has reportedly embarked on a new diet and fitness plan in order to stay as healthy as possible for his kids.
The 36-year-old singer revealed that he has lost more than 14 pounds in weight since separating from
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New diet trend 'good for the heart'
Slimmers who follow reduced calorie and low-carbohydrate diet plans could help improve their cholesterol levels and heart health, according to a new report.
Research published in the latest issue of the journal Archives of Internal
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Britney: I used to love going to the gym
Singing sensation Britney Spears has revealed that her ability to stay in shape has changed since the birth of her sons.
In a recent interview with More magazine, the 27-year-old mum-of-two admitted that maintaining a regular fitness
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Restricted sleep linked to weight gain
People who experience sleep restriction tend to gain weight despite having decreased appetite and food consumption, according to new research.
A study presented at the 23rd Annual Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies
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Expert reveals key to healthy weight loss
Losing weight doesn't have to involve rigid diet plans, strenuous exercise regimes or weight loss pills, according to an expert.
Dietician Jayson Hunter suggests that following a healthy, balanced diet is the best way to maintain ideal
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Dustin Hoffman fighting fit in his 70s
Multi award-winning actor Dustin Hoffman has revealed that he follows a daily fitness regime in a bid to stay in shape.
Speaking at the UK premiere of his latest movie release Last Chance Harvey, the 71-year-old screen icon said that his
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