Here’s an interesting look at the various weight-loss pills available on the market, published recently in the Montreal Gazette: “This benefit has to be weighed against the risks, which are considerable. Any pill that ‘boosts your metabolism’ will put more strain on your heart. Blunting appetite is all well and good until you realize that most … Continue reading
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Read: A Synopsis of What Just May Be an Evidence-Based Diet Book
Disclaimer: I have not read the book itself. If you want to lose weight and are looking for a sustainable way based on sound evidence, then Dr. Yoni Freedhoff’s latest book entitled The Diet Fix may be what you need to read. I found a great synopsis of the main arguments made by its author … Continue reading
Read: Better New Year’s Resolutions
I’m not a fan of New Year’s resolutions–they strike me as empty traditionalism that usually fizzles out–and I can’t remember the last time I made some. But if you must have New Year’s resolutions, you could do worse than gain inspiration from some of the items on CNN’s list (via @PicardonHealth). Less screen time? More … Continue reading
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