(Natural News) Typically, body mass index (BMI) readings are used to determine whether an individual is overweight or obese. However, BMIs may not be always accurate. There are five other signs that could indicate that it’s time to lose weight, according to experts. 1. Having a big waist The size of your waist is the best […]

(Natural News) Pregnant moms may protect their children from high blood pressure later in life by eating oily fish or taking omega-3 supplements every day, according to a study published in the JAMA Network Open. The findings are important because the number of obese children in the U.S. who experience high blood pressure continues to […]

(Natural News) Using marijuana might make you hungrier, but that does not mean that people can expect to gain weight from it. In fact, one study shows quite the opposite: Despite having “the munchies,” those who use cannabis actually tend to weigh less and have a lower likelihood of being obese than those who don’t […]

(Natural News) Recently, more people are adhering to the ketogenic diet – a high-fat, moderate-protein, and low-carbohydrate diet. It restricts the intake of carbohydrates coming from bread, crackers, certain fruits, pasta, rice, root vegetables, and sugar. While most commonly known for its ability to aid in weight loss, the keto diet was also found to […]

(Natural News) People trying to lose weight opt for dietary supplements as they seem to be a safer and more effective alternative to prescription weight loss drugs. Green coffee bean extract, the less processed version of coffee, is commonly used for this purpose. Green coffee beans are raw, unroasted coffee beans. The beans contain many […]

(Natural News) Cakes and cookies are sweet, guilty pleasures, but consuming too many sugary drinks and sweets can be bad for your well-being. In fact, the consumption of too much sugar is linked to different health conditions like diabetes and obesity. The health risks associated with sugar consumption A lot of processed foods contain added sugar. If […]

(Natural News) Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Every year, more than half a million Americans die because of heart disease – the majority of whom are claimed by coronary heart disease (CHD), the most common type of heart disease and […]

(Natural News) Most of us view dusting and mopping as a necessary but mind-numbing waste of time. However, the results of a recent study by researchers from Duke University might make wielding a mop seem far more important and rewarding. The study, which involved collecting and examining 194 dust samples from homes in North Carolina, […]

(Natural News) Black pepper is a popular spice used in various cuisines around the globe. This aromatic spice offers numerous health benefits, including promoting both brain and gut health. Black pepper comes from ground peppercorns, which are dried berries from the vine Piper nigrum. The spice has a sharp and mildly spicy flavor that complements various dishes. Black pepper is known […]

(Natural News) We all know the risks associated with being overweight. Being obese dramatically increases the chances that we will develop type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease or cancer. Nonetheless, federal statistics indicate that obesity in the United States increased from 34 percent in 2007-08, to 40 percent in 2015-16. Does this mean […]