Weight Loss
Making the decision to lose weight is the first step in a journey that will be unique to you. You may be interested in a specific diet, try counting calories, or use one of the new weight loss drugs. Whatever path you choose, it’s important that you keep your body healthy through good nutrition, hydration and exercise. You'll also want to understand the role your mind and emotions play in weight loss. Finding your motivation and getting support are also key steps to success on your weight loss journey.
Weight Loss Basics
Healthy Food and Weight Loss
The 9 Best Breakfasts for People on Weight Loss Medications
Discover the importance of breakfast for weight management, especially when you're using GLP-1 medications like...
By Jill Waldbieser7 Best Foods and Drinks When You Have a Sensitive Stomach
Explore the causes of a sensitive stomach, its prevalence, and how to manage it. Learn about the best foods and...
By Leslie Barrie10 Best and Worst Foods to Eat on Weight Loss Drugs
Discover the best and worst foods to eat if you're on new weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and...
By Sarah GaroneThe 9 Best Snacks for People on Weight Loss Medications
Discover the benefits of healthy snacking for weight loss, especially when using GLP-1 agonists. Learn from nutrition...
By Jill Waldbieser5 Types of Tea That May Help With Weight Loss
Drinking certain teas may help you lose weight, thanks to plant compounds called catechins that rev metabolism...
By Lauren BedoskyWeight Loss Drugs
Everyday Health’s New Weight Loss Survey Reveals the Top 3 Keys to Successful Weight Loss in the Age of Ozempic
Discover key findings from Everyday Health's weight loss survey, revealing that weight loss medications and apps...
By Markham HeidHow Is Weight Loss Different for People Who Take Newer Obesity Drugs?
Explore the latest findings from an Everyday Health survey on weight loss medications like tirzepatide, semaglutide...
By Markham Heid15 Burning Questions About Ozempic, Answered
Explore the benefits, side effects, and costs of FDA-approved weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro...
By Sarah GaroneExpert Q&A: An Obesity Medicine Specialist on the Impact of Having a Weight Loss ‘Why’
Explore the challenges of weight loss and the importance of finding a strong 'why' rather than relying on willpower...
By Anna MedarisRisks You Should Avoid When Buying Injectable Semaglutide Online
Off-label uses of diabetes and weight loss drugs can be risky, including overdosing with injectable semaglutide...
By Ross WollenMental Health and Weight Loss
Is Food Addiction Real?
Can you be addicted to certain foods or eating in general? And if so, what’s at the root of the problem? Here’...
By Laura WilliamsWhat Is Emotional Eating? The Good, the Bad, and the In Between
It’s often considered ‘problematic’ behavior. Psychologists and dietitians weigh in on the true risks.
By Laura WilliamsAre You Starting a Diet for the Right Reasons?
A psychologist and RD weigh in on 5 questions everyone should ask themselves before starting a new eating plan...
By Jessica Migala13 Tips for Mindful Eating During the Holidays
Mindfulness has a number of research-backed health benefits, and it can be used to develop and maintain healthier...
By Elizabeth Narins8 of The Best Organizations for Obesity Support
Explore top obesity support organizations like Obesity Action Coalition, American Obesity Foundation, and Overeaters...
By Ashley Welch5 Signs Emotional Eating Is a Problem — and What to Do About It
All eating is emotional. It can be a problem, however, if you’re using food to cope with stress or eating leads...
By Laura WilliamsWeight Loss News
Can ‘Budget Ozempic’ and ‘Nature’s Ozempic’ Really Help You Lose Weight?
Can berberine capsules and psyllium husk supplements mimic the effects of injectable weight loss medications? ...
By Sarah GaroneI’m on a Newer Weight Loss Drug. Should I Take a Supplement?
Explore the impact of new weight loss drugs on nutrition and the potential need for supplements. Learn from dietitians...
By Jessica MigalaIs It Safe to Use Compounded Semaglutide and Tirzepatide for Weight Loss?
When insurance won’t pay for Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, or Mounjaro, people are turning to cheaper, compounded...
By Kaitlin SullivanWeight Loss Drugs Like Ozempic Tied to Increased Risk of Severe Stomach Problems
Ozempic, Wegovy, and other GLP-1 drugs used for weight loss are associated with stomach paralysis and other rare...
By Lisa RapaportTo Avoid Middle-Age Weight Gain, Carb Quality, Not Quantity, May Matter Most
Discover how carbohydrates from whole grains, fruits, and nonstarchy vegetables can prevent middle-aged weight...
By Lisa RapaportPersonal Weight Loss Stories
Expert Q&A: Why and How to Start a Conversation With Your Doctor About Weight Loss
Expert advice on starting a weight loss conversation with your doctor, addressing weight stigma, and professional...
By Suzanne Marmion9 Influencers to Follow for Self-Compassionate Weight Loss Advice
Discover how to start a health journey or lose weight sustainably with self-compassion and self-love. Follow these...
By Leslie Barrie11 Celebrity Quotes That Sum Up Weight Loss in an Authentic Way
Explore the complexities of weight loss and body acceptance in the context of diet culture. Learn from celebrities...
By Leslie BarrieHow Semaglutide Relieves My Obsession With Food
Mounjaro (tirzepatide) along with Ozempic and Wegovy (semaglutide) are helping some people with obsessive thoughts...
By Ross Wollen