Weight Loss

Welcome to Start TODAY. Sign up for our free Start TODAY newsletter to receive daily inspiration sent to your inbox — and join us on Instagram! Joe Marro, 38, knew he had to make some changes in 2017. That’s when his doctor told him he was on track to become diabetic. “It wasn’t a good feeling to know my life could be cut …

Turning 40 is an empowering experience that comes with a whole lot of hard-earned wisdom and life lessons. And there are plenty of examples of women in their 40s who got stronger and healthier than ever. That said, it *can* be tougher to move the needle during this phase of your life. Why? In your 40s, you start to lose …

Health experts provide clear answers to nine of the most frequently asked questions about using Ozempic (semaglutide) to aid with weight loss. Share on PinterestDespite its popularity, heath experts warn against using Ozempic off label for weight loss. Danil Nevsky/Stocksy Experts say that glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) drugs like Ozempic, known generically as semaglutide, can help people with obesity lose …

A lower-calorie, plant-forward Mediterranean diet coupled with increased physical activity can lead to a reduction in body fat and prevent muscle loss in older adults, according to new research published in the journal JAMA Network Open.  The study, conducted by a team of researchers, sheds light on the potential benefits of this lifestyle intervention for middle-aged and older adults with …

Weight loss can be achieved with endless methods; this means there’s something that can work for everyone. However, it can also feel overwhelming narrowing down the best strategy for you. If you’re stumped on where to begin with your weight loss journey, read on to learn exactly how to navigate the grocery store, what constitutes a well-balanced meal, and a …

AGE MAY JUST be just a number, but lets face it—some things just feel harder after you turn 50. That includes weight loss. The good news: It’s not impossible—and the determination you’ve developed over the years, along with a few helpful tips, can get you to where you want to be. There are several reasons losing weight after 50 may …

You’ve probably seen the infomercials and online ads at some point: People swear they lost massive amounts of weight on the GOLO diet. “No subscriptions, just real results that last,” one commercial promises as before and after pictures flash on the screen. But does GOLO weight loss really work? And more importantly, is it the right choice for you? Long …

Lean, M. E. et al. Primary care-led weight management for remission of type 2 diabetes (DiRECT): An open-label, cluster-randomized trial. Lancet 391, 541–551 (2018). Article  PubMed  Google Scholar  Te Morenga, L., Docherty, P., Williams, S. & Mann, J. The effect of a diet moderately high in protein and fiber on insulin sensitivity measured using the dynamic insulin sensitivity and secretion …