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Exercise for weight loss: Does it work?

Exercise

Exercise for weight loss: Does it work?

Exercise for weight loss is always promoted as a primary recommendation, but does it actually work? The short answer is no, find out why.

3 techniques to overcome emotional eating

Habit Change

3 techniques to overcome emotional eating

Noticed that you're snacking more in response to emotions rather than hunger? Try these 3 techniques to overcome emotional or comfort eating.

Is fruit juice healthy?

Myth Busting

Is fruit juice healthy?

Should we include fruit juice in our five-a-day? Busting the myth that fruit juice is a healthy option for increasing our fruit and vegetable intake.

Reasons to follow a low-carb diet

Nutrition

Reasons to follow a low-carb diet

Is a low-carb diet a fad or is there science behind it? This guide explores the efficacy of a low-carb diet for weight loss plus other health benefits.

Low-carb meal plan

Nutrition

Low-carb meal plan

Want to get started on a low-carb diet? Kickstart your journey with this 7-day low-carb meal plan proven to support weight loss and type 2 diabetes.

7 ways to lose weight without counting calories

Nutrition

7 ways to lose weight without counting calories

Sick of counting calories to try and lose weight? Get our dietitian-approved top tips for losing weight without counting calories.

Does insulin resistance cause weight gain?

Diabetes

Does insulin resistance cause weight gain?

What comes first between insulin resistance and weight gain? An evidence-based answer to the crucial question in understanding type 2 diabetes.

NHS Trusted Meal Plan — Lose Weight the Healthy Way

Nutrition

NHS Trusted Meal Plan — Lose Weight the Healthy Way

Healthy meal ideas, complete with recipes and a 7-day diet plan example of how to put it all together. Create your own diet plans with these top tips.

How does alcohol cause weight gain?

Nutrition

How does alcohol cause weight gain?

Excess alcohol can result in weight gain in many ways. Learn how alcohol indirectly affects weight by increasing energy balance and reducing sleep quality.

BetterMe vs Noom®

Weight Loss Programmes

BetterMe vs Noom®

Looking for a digital program to help you lose weight? See how two popular options - BetterMe and Noom® - compare on price, support, and features.

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