Healthy Eating & Diet

From deli to Tex-Mex, here are dining-out choices that won't do in your diet By Heather HatfieldWebMD Feature Reviewed by Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH, RD, LD Pork fried rice, taco supreme, cheesebu...

Make-and-Take Meals: Fast Food Alternatives

Good nutrition and good fast food can go hand in hand. By Elizabeth M. Ward, MS, RDWebMD Feature Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD It's late, your kids are hungry, and you don't have time to coo...

Expert Q&A: Getting Started With a Weight Loss Plan

An interview with James O. Hill, PhD. By R. Morgan GriffinWebMD Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD So you’re gearing up to eat better and lose some weight. Good for you. But how do you get...

Get Fit! Oprah’s Trainer Shows You How

Oprah's trainer Bob Greene offers seven no-fail tips on how to stay motivated with your fitness and weight loss goals. By Kathleen DohenyWebMD Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD Fitness guru Bo...

Expert Q&A: Fighting Midlife Weight Gain

An interview with Pamela Peeke, MD By Kathleen DohenyWebMD Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD First, you notice shopping for clothes isn't as fun or simple as it used to be. Next comes the "...

What to Eat Before, During and After Exercise

An interview with sports dietitian Christine Rosenbloom, PhD, RD, CSSD. By Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH, RD, LDWebMD Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD Whether you're a "weekend warrior" trying to st...

Expert Q&A: Losing a Lot of Weight

An interview with Michael Dansinger, MD. By R. Morgan GriffinWebMD Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD If you’re very overweight or obese right now, you might feel like the odds of ever ach...

Expert Q&A: Tips from 'The Biggest Loser'

An interview with Cheryl Forberg, RD By Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH, RD, LDWebMD Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD Watching contestants on NBCs The Biggest Loser slim down can be motivating to any...

Expert Q&A: Antiaging and Diet

An interview with David Grotto, RD, LDN. By Jeanie Lerche DavisWebMD Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD We all know that getting too much sun and smoking can age us prematurely. But what rol...

Surprising Reasons You're Gaining Weight

What's With the Weight Gain?If you started taking in more calories than usual or cutting back on exercise, you wouldn't be surprised if the numbers on the scale crept higher. But what if you're doing everything the same as you always do and your weig...

Report: 164 Million Obese Adults by 2030

Half of American Adults Will Be Obese if Trends Continue By Salynn Boyles Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD Aug. 25, 2011 -- Half of U.S. adults will be obese by 2030 if current ...

Study: Obese People Live as Long as Slimmer People

Researchers Say Healthy Lifestyle May Be as Important as Body Weight By Kathleen Doheny Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD Aug. 16, 2011 -- Obese people who are otherwise healthy ...

The Truth About Belly Fat

What you need to know -- and do -- about belly fat. By Sonya CollinsWebMD Feature Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD Belly fat – we all want less of it. But did you know that it may even be a probl...

Better Way to Predict Weight Loss?

3,500-Calorie Rule Misleading, Researchers Say By Salynn Boyles Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD Aug. 25, 2011 -- If you’ve ever been on a diet, chances are you know the 3,500...

Frozen Dinners: How to Choose Healthy Ones

How to choose healthy frozen dinners. By Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH, RD, LDWebMD Expert Column No time to cook? No worries. Just stroll down the frozen food aisle and choose from mouth-watering entrees...

Sugary Drink Habit Is Widespread in U.S.

Survey Shows Teens and Young Adults Drink the Most Sugary Drinks By Kathleen Doheny Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD Aug. 31, 2011 -- Half of the U.S. population age 2 or older ...

Are Microwave Covers Safe?

Yes they are, our nutrition expert says. But they may not be necessary. By Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH, RD, LDWebMD the Magazine - Feature Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD In every issue of WebMD the Ma...

Study: Weight Watchers Better Than Doctors' Advice Alone

Twice the Weight Loss When Patients Referred to Weight Watchers By Daniel J. DeNoon Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD Sept. 7, 2011 -- Overweight and obese patients referred to We...

24 Ways to Lose Weight Without Dieting

Time Your MealsSet a timer for 20 minutes and reinvent yourself as a slow eater. This is one of the top habits for slimming down without a complicated diet plan. Savor each bite and make it last until the bell chimes. Paced meals offer great pleasure...

Bad Foods That Are Good for Weight Loss

'Bad' Foods Can Help You Lose FatSeductive foods seem to lurk at every turn, especially when you're trying to lose weight. But many foods that have gotten a bad rap aren't so terrible after all. Learn which tempting treats can actually help you lose ...

Obesity in African-American Women Boosts Risk of Death

Study Shows Risk of Death Increases With Increase in Body Mass Index By Kathleen Doheny Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD Sept. 7, 2011 -- Overweight and obesity in African-Ameri...

8 Healthy Facts About Avocados

Interesting tidbits about the history, cultivation, and uses of avocado – plus our recipe for an amazing beet salad with, yes, avocados. By Chloe ThompsonWebMD the Magazine - Feature Reviewed by Kathleen M. Zelman, MP...

Heart-Healthy Pasta? 'Super Spaghetti' Just Might Be

Scientists Say Pasta Made With Barley Flour Could Lower Risk of Heart Disease By Bill Hendrick Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD Sept. 16, 2011 -- It's being called "super spaghe...

How Your Beliefs Affect Your Loved Ones' Weight

As it turns out, a woman's knowledge about food and obesity can have a big effect on her loved ones. By Pamela Peeke, MD, FACP, MPHWebMD the Magazine - Feature Reviewed by Michael W. Smith, MD Las...

Tips for Losing 100 Pounds

Got a lot to lose? Consider these tips for successful weight loss. By Kathleen DohenyWebMD Feature Reviewed by Jonathan L Gelfand, MD If you've got 100 pounds or more to lose, chances are you've a...

Eating Styles Rub Off on Family and Friends

Study Shows Eating Patterns Are Shared in Social Circles By Rita Rubin Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD Sept. 22, 2011 -- They say husbands and wives begin to look like each oth...

How to Beat the Holiday Weight Gain Odds

From 'food pushers' to parties that tempt your senses, here's how to overcome holiday diet temptations. By Colette BouchezWebMD Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD Just when you're finally getti...

Expert Q&A: Losing the Baby Weight

An interview with Elizabeth Ward, MS, RD. By Kathleen M. Zelman, MPH, RD, LDWebMD Feature Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD Gaining weight is essential during pregnancy, but once the baby arriv...

Three Ways to Cook Salmon

We've got three delicious recipes that maximize the flavor and health benefits of this pink-fleshed fish. Plus our nutrition expert has top picks for the ingredients. By Monica Kass RogersWebMD the Magazine - Feature Reviewed...

How I Learned to Love Mushrooms

A law student describes how she became fond of fungi. Plus our Won't-Miss-the-Meat Enchiladas will tempt even the most ardent mushroom hater. By Monica Kass RogersWebMD the Magazine - Feature Reviewed by Kathleen M. Zelm...