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'How Not to Diet' author Dr. Michael Greger discusses the approach people should take to effectively lose weight.

The year 2020 is just days away and people are getting ready to commit to their New Years resolutions.

Online learning company GoSkills revealed that the top two most popular New Years resolutions include exercising more and losing weight, but only 46 percentof people with resolutions were successful. So what makes the pursuit so difficult?

Dr. Michael Greger, author of How Not to Diet, told FOX Business' Maria Bartiromo that losing weight just wont happen with poor eating.

You cant outrun a bad diet, he said. In a few minutes, you can wipe out a whole hour of exercise.

Greger said this is why theres more power in controlling caloric intake than outtake.

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In How Not to Diet, Greger discusses exactly how to form a diet that delivers optimal results, based on researching thousands of other dietary flops.

I just wanted there to finally be an evidence-based diet book, he said. I [dug] up every possible tip, trick andtechnique proven to accelerate the loss of body fat, to give people every possible advantage and basically build the optimal weight loss solution from the ground up.

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The criteria for Gregers plan include a commitment to permanent dietary change but itmay be the safest and cheapest approach, he said.

Permanent weight loss requires permanent dietary change

The optimal weight loss diet should be anti-inflammatory, clean, free from hormone-disrupting chemicals, filled with fiber-rich foods to trap calories and flush them out of the body, he said. Bottom line, we should eat real foods that grow out of the ground. A diet centered around whole plant foods.

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Greger said the healthiest food options include fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes.

Modeling studies suggest that if half of Americans ate a single more serving of fruits and vegetables a day, it would prevent 20,000 cases of cancer every year, he said. That's how powerful produce is."

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One of Stan Lee's legacies with Marvel Comics was making characters relatable.

The Fantastic Four were a family and fought like one. Spider-Man had money troubles. The Hulk had anger management issues. Thor needed to hold on to his hammer or turn back into a human doctor with an injured leg.

OK, so superheroes don't always have the same problems as you and me.

Take weight loss. It's always one of the most popular New Year's resolutions, but very few heroes, or villains, really need to do it. Many of them wear costumes so form-fitting they wouldn't have anywhere else to store a few extra pounds.

The, ah, huskier comic book characters out there usually have a reason for it. For the Blob, it's his mutant power. And that time he lost it, well, he still had a lot of skin, so it didn't really work out for him. The Kingpin uses his size to intimidate people (even if you don't buy that "it's really all muscle" line he peddles).

And Bouncing Boy probably wouldn't bounce so well without a little additional junk in his 30th century trunk.

In other words, the following list of New Year's resolutions for comic book characters won't include losing weight or staying in shape. And that's one less introductory mechanism I'll have to choose from next year.

* Mister Miracle - Make sure my contract for the "New Gods" movie has a foolproof escape clause.

* Gambit - Get gambling legalized on Krakoa.

* Wonder Woman - Read George Orwell's "1984."

* Conan - Buy all the trades Marvel releases of my newest appearances before they lose my rights again.

* Flash - Take up the salmon ladder. With "Arrow" done, someone has to make sure the CW remains the AB-solute best.

* Black Widow - Gross more than the new Bond movie.

* Doctor Manhattan - Pull strings on Marvel continuity next. Maybe I could start some sort of war? Only it's a secret?

* Thor - Have Rocket program my Fitbit.

* Rick Grimes - Figure out how all these other comic book characters come back from the dead.

* Ikaris - Ask the Guardians of the Galaxy how to deal with being relevant after years of obscurity.

* Superman - May as well try contacts now.

* Kingpin - Congratulate Scorsese and Coppola for taking those so-called superheroes down a peg.

* Wally West - Quit framing people for deaths I cause.

* Venom - Floss regularly.

* Harley Quinn - Stalk Jaquin Phoenix.

* Beta Ray Bill - Quit horsing around.

* Green Lantern - Convince other Corps members to join me in taking the Lip Synch Challenge and do Beyonce's "Single Ladies."

* Thanos - Get another glove.

* Batman - Find out if Jarvis is happy with the Avengers or maybe looking for a change in careers. And universes.

Evan Bevins is the writer of the webcomic "Support Group."

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Humans have a long history of making New Years resolutions. The Babylonians are believed to be among the first to have set them more than 4,000 years ago. When Julius Caesar was emperor circa 46 B.C., the Romans had their own practice of offering sacrifices to Janus, the god of beginnings and endings, as they looked forward to each new year.

You would think that after so many years, people would have mastered the art of following through on their resolutions. However, a formal study in 2007 found as many as 88% of people fail to fulfill their resolutions. So, its a new year but the same you.

Most people make resolutions to improve their health, either by losing weight, quitting smoking or exercising more. Others aim to save money. The challenge with fulfilling resolutions is that they require starting new habits, said Wendy Wood, the Provost Professor of Psychology and Business at the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences and the USC Marshall School of Business.

We keep making these resolutions, despite realizing that most wont actually succeed, she said.

We keep making these resolutions, despite realizing that most wont actually succeed.

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Habits have a lot to do with this failure. Physical and financial health require repeated behavior more than just eating salads for a week or sticking to a budget for a month, added Wood, whose new book, Good Habits, Bad Habits: The Science of Making Positive Changes That Stick, provides insight into the psychology of habits.

Many people misunderstand the challenge of forming a new habit, she said. They may think starting something new is just a matter of willpower, or that one decision can change everything.

Forming a new habit isnt rational like this. Neither is changing old habits. Old habits fade only slowly, she said. So, as your motivation wanes resolutions are hard, not fun your old habit is still there.

We dont understand how our habits work. In fact, we are not supposed to understand them. Habits are part of our unconscious mind, she added.

Woods point is that we must improve our chances of success by making it easier to adopt a new habit. We are more likely to make these new habits an unconscious part of our routines if we, for instance, prepare a gym bag the night before a morning workout or make several meals to last through the week to deter ourselves from reaching regularly for junk food.

Wood and other USC researchers have found additional steps you can take to increase your chances of accomplishing your resolutions.

Quitting smoking is one of the top resolutions people make to improve their health. If you are a smoker, the company you keep can affect your temptation for smoking, said Steven Sussman, professor of preventive medicine and psychology at the Keck School of Medicine of USC.

Hanging out with non-users as much as possible, drinking lots of water every day for a couple of weeks, doing some exercise and actually trying to learn relaxation techniques like yoga or meditation may help, he said.

The bottom line is action, he added, like getting rid of all evidence of nicotine products from the house and keeping busy doing other things.

Fitness centers anticipate a spike in memberships this time of year as many Americans resolve to lose weight, but often the spike is temporary. It usually tapers by the end of February, as people return to their old habits and inactivity.

Lorraine Turcotte, a professor of biological sciences and expert on metabolism at USC Dornsife, said people can raise their likelihood of successful weight loss just by setting realistic expectations. The less specific you are about how much weight you aim to lose, the more likely you will reach your weight loss goal, she said.

It might be easier to maintain a positive attitude if your goal is to lose 5 to 10 pounds, as opposed to having a specific goal of 10 pounds, she said. Choose an activity that you like. Maintenance of an exercise program is linked to enjoyment of the activity. So, if you like dancing, take a dance class. Try to include friends and family in your activities, which will improve your chances of maintaining an exercise routine.

Many of us are masters of procrastination, which especially becomes a problem when saving money for retirement.

Daphna Oyserman, a Deans Professor of Psychology and Education at USC Dornsife and the USC Rossier School of Education, has found that people can motivate themselves by making their goals seem more immediate.

Instead of imagining yourself as a healthy, happy retiree in 30 or 40 years, ask yourself what actions you can take today to be healthier, this week to be happier and this month to save more, she advised.

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Are you looking for a quick and effective exercise? Jumping ropes can be a good choice. Jumping ropes can help you lose weight and provide you many other health benefits.

Jumping ropes can provide you many health benefits

Are you finding it difficult to stick to your fitness routine? With a drop in temperature and holidays coming up skipping exercise can become a common issue. You might be having endless reasons to skip exercising during the winter season. But you must add some simple exercises to your routine. Jumping ropes is one simple exercise that can be a part of your daily routine. It can provide you many benefits and help you burn more calories. It will provide many health benefits. Jumping ropes will not require much time as well. Here are some health benefits of jumping ropes that you must know.

Jumping ropes can help you burn a huge amount of calories. You can burn a huge amount of calories with the help of jumping ropes. This will help you shed fat and result in weight loss. You can start with 3-5 minutes of jumping ropes each day. Later increase the time and intensity. High intensity will help you burn more calories.

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Jumping ropes is also good for your heart health. Cardio exercises are considered good for cardiovascular health. Jumping ropes is a great cardio exercise that can boost heart health. Studies suggest that jumping ropes from childhood can decrease the risk of heart diseases in younger population.

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Regular exercising is not just good for your physical health; it can boost your mental health as well. Jumping ropes is also good for your mental health. It can also increase your memory as well. There are many. Regular exercising also helps in controlling the symptoms of depression.

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Jumping ropes is a simple and easy exercise that you can do anywhere. You can take a jump rope anywhere. So you won't miss your exercise even when you are on a holiday. You can simply take your jump rope along.

Jumping ropes can help you improve bone density. Weak ones or bones with low density are at a higher risk of bone-related health issues like osteoporosis in elderly. Jumping ropes with moderate intensity will boost bone density.

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If you do not exercise regularly and you want to start with jumping rope; you can start with just one minute of jumping ropes. Later you can increase the duration and intensity.

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Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese healing therapy. It is said to have amazing weight loss benefits. In fact, according to a study at BMJ-British Medical Journal, ear acupuncture can help shed the pounds. Researchers say that using continuous stimulation of five acupuncture points may be better at reducing abdominal fat (the midriff bulge) than single point stimulation. Acupuncture in Medicine published this study. Researchers saw significant reduction in body fat, weight and waist circumference in participants.

Experts say that acupuncture helps you lose weight stimulating digestion and getting rid of excess water in the body. It also improves overall well-being. Acupuncture removes toxins from the body besides triggering the release of endorphins and improving metabolism.

The main purpose of acupuncture is to heal the energy channels of the body. The Chinese believe that when these channels are blocked, and energy cannot flow normally, toxins will accumulate that can affect body and mind. The exact mechanism by which acupuncture works is unknown but the insertion of acupuncture needles causes the release of endorphins which have a calming and relaxing effect that makes it easier to deal with stress, frustration, and anxiety; triggering overeating and fattening food craving.

A number of studies show that acupuncture can help weight loss. In a meta-analysis of these studies published in 2003 in the International Journal of Obesity, it was suggested that more research is needed as these studies tended to be descriptive in nature and last less than 12 weeks. However, there are numerous anecdotal reports from people who have been helped to lose weight and kept it off by including acupuncture as part of their weight loss program.

Acupuncture is known for its ability to relieve pain in all areas of the body, including internal areas. Specific points on the skin are connected to particular organs and tissues deep in the body. By putting the needles in these areas, blood flow and energy will be directed into the painful inner area.

One of the ways this can address weight problems is by promoting digestion. Problems like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) cannot easily be diagnosed by western medicine but has been helped by acupuncture, lessening the symptoms and healing the disease. Acupuncture is believed to tweak the digestive system in ways that make digestion and absorption easier.

A common factor behind weight gain is depression. Some people overeat when theyre feeling sad. Depression is rooted in negative energy, which can be easily addressed through acupuncture. It is sometimes called spiritual detoxification because it releases the negative energy from the body.

Let us also take a look at some of the side-effects of this therapy.

This is a highly specialized skill. If the person you see is not a professional and is not careful, he or she may insert the needles in the wrong places, which could cause infection or other health problems. Be sure to get acupuncture therapy only from a licensed professional.

Acupuncture needles can sometimes become contaminated if they are not sterilized properly. Look for a licensed and reputable clinic to avoid this problem.

Some patients experience a sudden drop in blood pressure or a sudden feeling of weakness during an acupuncture session. Although the mechanism is still under investigation, the theory is that acupuncture triggers the release of chemicals in the brain that in turn dampen the response of the cardiovascular system. Hypertension can accompany obesity. An experienced acupuncturist will know how to deal with any blood pressure changes.

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Artificial sweeteners may lead people to put on weight and put them at risk of type 2 diabetes, according to researchers.

The team arrived at their conclusion after reviewing existing evidence from the past decade on what are also known as non-nutritive sweeteners (NNSs).

Such products earn their name from the fact they don't contain any vitamins or minerals, meaning they have no nutritional benefit, and may contain zero or low levels of calories.

Over the past three decades, there has been a rise in the use of artificial sweeteners, according to the researchers. Between 2000 to 2012, the use among children rose by 200 percent, and 54 percent among adults, and with the market expected to grow to $2.2 billion by 2020.

The American Heart Association says NNSs are "one way to limit calories and achieve or maintain a healthy weight."

"When used to replace food and drinks with added sugars, it can help people with diabetes manage blood glucose levels. For example, swapping a full-calorie soda with diet soda is one way of not increasing blood glucose levels while satisfying a sweet tooth," the health organization states.

Lead author Professor Peter Clifton, an expert in obesity, nutrition, and diabetes at the University of South Australia, told Newsweek the team found a link between the sweeteners and weight gain and type 2 diabetes.

However, Clifton and colleagues concluded that more long-term studies on sweeteners are needed to "draw a firm conclusion" about their role in blood sugar control.

One paper his team used in their review involved 5,158 adults who were studied over the course of seven to eight years. Those researchers found people who consumed artificial sweeteners at least twice a day were more likely to gain weight than those who never did.

Clifton said the problem might be partly behavioral. Sweeteners can be a useful tool for weight loss if they are used correctly with a controlled diet. But he said people who use sweeteners often still eat sugar, and may feel permission to overindulge. He said sweeteners don't appear to make people crave sweet foods. "There are no simple solutions," he said.

Scientists also found studies involving animals indicating such products may change the gut microbiome, or the make-up of the bacteria.

In a statement, Clifton said: "Artificial sweeteners also change the gut bacteria which may lead to weight gain and risk of type 2 diabetes.

"A better option than low-calorie sweeteners is to stick to a healthy diet, which includes plenty of whole grains, dairy, seafood, legumes, vegetables and fruits and plain water."

Clifton told Newsweek the study was limited because it was based on observational studies, which can only show associations between factors, "so strong conclusions can't be made, Intervention studies are not numerous and are not at all conclusive."

"The associations with type 2 diabetes are really unexplained mechanistically," he said.

Edward Johnston, research communications officer at the charity Diabetes U.K. who did not work on the study, told Newsweek: "This review highlights that currently, there is not enough research to be able to draw conclusions on whether there is a link between artificial sweeteners and development of type 2 diabetes.

"What we do know is that artificial sweeteners are not a silver bullet, but they may be useful for some people looking to reduce their intake of sugary foods and drinks, lose weight or manage their diabetes. If you think you need more support on managing your diet, talk to your health care team for individual advice."

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The most common misconception regarding weight loss and healthy eating is that you will have to give up on a significant chunk of your social life to be able to follow a weight loss routine or a healthy diet. But, this is a myth. And, to debunk this myth, 40-year-old Brijesh Kumar shares his inspiring weight loss journey from 100 kgs to 80 kgs that didnt devoid him from living his best life.

I was always bulky, fat but not obese. Actually, you wouldnt have even noticed fat on my body other than when my big love handles would protrude from fitting t-shirts! he says.

I have also lived a very happy life I was never fat-shamed or made felt bad about my weight and a happy life and good food come hand in hand! You are not counting calories when you are happy, you are busy counting what's left of your pocket money to spend on food! he adds.

After college, I landed up in the offshore oil industry, and here the food was beyond amazing, comprising 2 vegetarian dishes, 2 meat dishes, chapatis, rice, ice creams, sweets, starters and the whole works that you get at any hotel buffet. The ready availability of so much good food led to a slow but constant increase in my girth. Consequently, my t-shirt size grew from large to XXL. But I was happy and it was still all smooth sailing I got married and now have a wonderful kid with my wife, he informs. In fact, my work allowed me (still does) to enjoy brief periods of breaks every now and then, so when I was not travelling from work, my family and I were enjoying great food everyday. I am from Cochin, so lunches and dinners comprised great Malabari food, chats, North Indian dinners, Shawarmas, Kerala Porotta and Beef (this combination is not just food for us but an emotion), Biryanis and everything under the sun! So, fitness was not even remotely on my mind until I turned 33 actually. I couldnt even do a single push up shortly before turning 33.

Coming back to my point, at 33, I wanted to buy this one specific t-shit from an online brand, and they didnt have my size XXL I guess this is an issue many XXL-sized guys and girls face. So my fitness journey actually started with me wanting to fit into a smaller sized t-shirt. I was a confident big guy and I decided to take on the one thing that was stopping me from wearing my favourite tees being FAT!

Kumar tells us that when he commenced his weight loss journey, he had just tipped the scale at 100 kgs. Below, he highlights the weight loss plan that help him lose 20 kgs and also get ripped.

Walking came first, with my wife as my walking partner, but then food always took the recliner seat and nutrition was in the front most row (practically thats where no one wants to sit in the theatre!)."

"Then a cycling fad took over us, we bought a cycle and I used to cycle 2528 kms daily. When I started noticing changes on the weighing scale, I cut down on my regular snacking habit a little bit. This continued for about a year and then my wife suggested me to join a gym and try some personal training.

So on a cold January day in 2015, at the age of 35, I joined a gym and was assigned a personal trainer. This was the workout routine that I followed under his guidance":

"I'd workout 6 days/week, comprising a 50-75 minutes weight training (Push, Pull Legs routine) followed by a 30-45 minutes of cardio routine brisk walking or elliptical. "

Push days would include:Bench presses, dumbbell presses, cable flys, push ups, shoulder presses, lat raises, tricep exercises, etc.

Pull days would include:Lat pull downs, single arm rows, seated rows, pull-ups and bicep exercises.

Leg days would include:Squats, leg presses, extensions and deadlifts.

Because of the sudden increase in daily activity, my body started to respond positively. Luckily, my trainer was someone who took form and posture very seriously and that helped me greatly later on. I continued with this gym routine for a year and also began experimenting with my fitness regime. I got help from an online coach as well. They helped me streamline my workout routine with proper nutrition and diet guidelines that resulted in this natural transformation.

I followed an extremely enjoyable diet plan in the sense that my daily diet didn't rob me of my social life. My initial meals included eggs and fruit for breakfast then pulses curry with chapati and salad for lunch. Tea with sugar and milk for evening snacks and chicken, 2 chapati and salad for dinner.

After a month, I switched to the below diet to keep up with my body's changing needs.

Breakfast: 5 egg whites and 300 gms of watermelon or muskmelon

Lunch: 200 gms of chicken/fish + 1 chapati + 200 gms of curd and salad

Evening Snacks: Milk coffee/tea + 300 gms of papaya or watermelon

Dinner : 200 gms chicken + 2 chapati + salads

I would actually like to share a pro tip here: remember that all the foods that you feed your body are essentially just calories. The body doesn't differentiate between rice or bread or chapati. Nor does it differentiate between a ladoo and lettuce. The common misconception is that the body differentiates between good calories and bad calories, it doesn't store calories from a laddoo in the abdomen and from chicken in your muscles. Every food is just calories for the body, some give more some give less. If you feed your body with excess calories then it will use what is required and store the remaining as fat. If you understand this concept then your diet will be more enjoyable and also sustainable.

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On my own journey, I understood the two basic concepts of calories and weight training. In a caloric deficit state, that is when you feed your body with fewer calories than it requires to run its functions every day, it will try to eliminate or reduce the high maintenance items like muscles. It is our duty to actually trick the body into thinking that the muscles are required to do extra work and they need to be kept. This is where weight training comes into play. Weight training is nothing but a way to artificially give muscles added stress so that the body spares the muscles and uses the fat to compensate for the energy deficit.

My body transformation has been all natural, I have taken no BCAA, no fat burners, no Creatine, no L-Carnitine, no Aminos coffee was my only pre-workout boost! I sincerely hope my journey inspires those who think that they are too old to do this, age is just a number.

Disclaimer: The diet and workout routines shared by the respondents may or may not be approved by diet and fitness experts. GQ India doesn't encourage or endorse the weight loss tips & tricks shared by the person in the article. Please consult an authorised medical professional before following any specific diet or workout routine mentioned above.

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Healthiby Announces Group Grand Prize of $5,000

Houston, Texas: Healthiby today announced the group that loses the most weight, among all Healthiby groups in 2020, will be eligible to win a grand prize of $5,000.

About the Group Grand Prize:

A new type of reward offered through Healthibys year-long, online wellness program, the Group Grand Prize incentivizes Healthiby participants, based in Texas, to work together to achieve weight loss and other health goals. To work towards a healthier BMI, participants will track personal progress towards food, fitness and weight goals. Participants also join online teams of family and friends, or other Healthiby participants. During group sessions, they learn about and implement scientifically proven approaches to sustainable weight loss and chronic or pre-chronic condition management and keep each other on track towards success.

The group that collectively loses the most weight will win a $5,000 Group Grand Prize. For a group to qualify, each team member must qualify for a Progress Payout (below). Financial rewards improving key health indicators by the end of the year-long program include:

To join, a skin in the game deposit is only $8/month for over nine months. The first 20 Houstonians to join Healthiby by January 5, 2020 join for free. For further information on eligibility requirements, visit http://www.healthiby.com or email join@healthiby.com

About Healthiby: A Houston-based startup, Healthiby began offering its online wellness rewards solution in May 2019. Healthiby aims to turn the catchphrase invest in your health into a reality for people living with costly chronic or pre-chronic conditions. Healthiby differs from existing consumer weight loss and wellness solutions because we: (1) are exclusively online, (2) incentivize short- and long-term habit change, (3) foster team comradery and accountability, (5) facilitate expert-led team sessions through videocalls, (6) provide engaging digital content with insights on the latest research related to chronic condition management, (7) are less expensive than comparable solutions (8) only reward achievement of health outcomes that reduce the risk of, prevent or better manage chronic conditions.

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Normal-weight women who lose more than 3 kg/m2in body mass between the start of their first and second live pregnancies are more than three times as likely to deliver prematurely in the latter pregnancy, compared to normal-weight women whose weight remains stable in the interpregnancy period. This is the main finding of ananalysisof the United Kingdom-based SLOPE (Studying Lifecourse Obesity PrEdictors) project in the journalPLOS One.

However, there was no evidence of a connection between weight change in women who were overweight or obese at the start of their first pregnancy and premature birth in the second pregnancy. Weight stability in the analysis was defined as -1 and +1 body mass index (BMI) units kg/m2between the start of the first pregnancy and the start of the second pregnancy.

The overall aim of the SLOPE project is to study maternal and early-life predictors of childhood obesity, said Nisreen Alwan, MBCHB, PhD, the principal investigator of the analysis and an associate professor of public health at the University of Southampton, United Kingdom. Dr. Alwan said one of the research themes of the SLOPE project is studying interconception health to identify how change in modifiable factors between successive pregnancies is linked to important health indicators from birth onwards. This is to inform the design of effective interventions during this period which supports women and families in optimizing their current and future health, she said.

MethodsThe analysis used data from 2003 to 2018 of roughly 15,000 women who received antenatal care and lived in Southampton and surrounding parts of Hampshire, United Kingdom, during at least two of their pregnancies. Women who were within the normal weight range (18.5 to 24.9 kg/m2) at the start of their first pregnancy and lost significant weight between their first and second pregnanciesbut not enough to place them in the underweight categorywere at significantly higher risk of a premature birth than those who maintained a stable weight: adjusted odds ratio (aOR) = 3.5; 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.8 to 6.9. This relationship is not necessarily causal, Dr. AlwantoldContemporary OB/GYN. For example, ill general health or stress can lead to both weight loss and premature birth.

Only 1% of normal-weight women lost more than 3 kg/m2between their two pregnancies. Overall, losing weight was much less common than gaining weight between pregnancies, with about half of women gaining weight (1 kg/m2or more) between their first and second pregnancies compared to under 16% losing weight during that period, Dr. Alwan said.

But there was no evidence of a link between weight loss and premature birth in women with overweight or obesity at the start of their first pregnancy, or in women who gained weight between pregnancies after taking into account confounding factors.

A separatestudyfrom the SLOPE project demonstrated that 16% of babies born to women who gained substantial weight (3 kg/m2or more) between pregnancies were large-for-gestational-age (LGA) comparedto 12% of babies born to women who lost weight or remained at a stable weight between pregnancies.

ConclusionsWomen who gained a significant amount of weight by the start of their second pregnancy were more likely to be smokers and unemployed, with lower educational attainment and a longer interpregnancy interval, compared with those who maintained a stable weight between pregnancies, Dr. Alwan said. The study also found that overweight women who lost weight (1 kg/m2or more) after an LGA birth in their first pregnancy were 31% less likely to have recurrent LGA in their second pregnancy.

The findings of the analysis couldhelp doctors, midwives and other health professionals identify women who may have greater odds of premature and LGA birth, by linking a womans weight at the start of her previous pregnancy, according to Dr. Alwan.

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The research is supported by an Academy of Medical Sciences and Wellcome Trust grant. Dr. Alwan also receives research support from the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Southampton Biomedical Research Centre and the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration, Wessex, United Kingdom.

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7 Ways Noom Can Train Your Brain to Meet Your 2020 Health Goals

Noom is an app-based health tool that is helping users on their quests to slim down and form healthy habits. Through personalized coaching and healthy habit formation, it aims to impart lessons that can be carried throughout your life ... not just until you hit your current goals. Its effectiveness lies is the fact that it's not really a "diet," but more of a lifestyle adjustment. While most diets are very restrictive, Noom affords you a lot more freedom to enjoy your favorite foods yes, even the less-than-healthy ones without going overboard.

So without further ado, let's jump into the top seven benefits of getting healthier with Noom.

When you first get started, you'll take a quiz about your activity level and any weight loss goals you may have, and Noom's specialized algorithm will determine your personal caloric needs. Then, as you go about your daily life, you're encouraged to eat real, whole foods packed with nutrients. The benefits of healthy snacking are also praised by Noom to help you stave off hunger, and youre even allowed to indulge a little bit as long you stay within your allotted dietary budget.

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Once your dietary budget is determined based on your individual goals, Noom will do the math and let you know how many of your daily calories should come from protein, fat, and carbs. Some diets treat "fats" or "carbs" like dirty words, but Noom knows that each of these macronutrients is vital to keeping your body healthy. Furthermore, properly balancing them in your meals will help you stay fuller longer and reach your health goals quicker and more efficiently.

Sometimes we get busy and don't think about what we're going to eat for lunch until it's nearly 2 p.m. and we're already starving. It's in these moments that we make bad choices and go for the quickest meal options with too much fat, salt, and processed ingredients. Even when we're not busy, it's easy to fall into a routine filled with bad habits, such as mindless snacking. Noom, however, asks you to log what you eat so you can get a better idea of your problem points and make conscious decisions toward improvement. In fact, a recent medical study even suggests that people who regularly log their food intake in a meal-tracking app lose more weight than those who are simply trying to "watch" their weight. It's quick and easy to scan barcodes or search the database to add your meals to the app, so it won't become a drain on your day.

Noom categorizes all foods in its database as either green, yellow, or red to help you determine at a single glance what your relationship to that food should be. These easy-to-spot designations let you know whether a certain food is something you can eat freely or be more mindful about consuming. The color coding has nothing to do with the actual colors of the foods you eat, despite some little coincidental crossovers. Ideally, you'll want to fill up on "green" foods such as vegetables and whole grains; moderate your portions of "yellow" foods, i.e. starch and lean protein; and indulge sparingly in "red" foods, including red meat and sweets.

Noom provides coaching tailored specifically to you and your goals, and it's essential to keeping you involved in the program. You'll be able to access a checklist of steps to take each day that are designed to help you move closer toward your individual goals. Your assigned coach is readily available to answer your questions, give you a little pep talk, and generally keep you motivated every weekday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. It's a lot easier to meet your goals when you've got your own personal cheerleader with knowledgeable, actionable advice on the sidelines.

Losing weight and reaching your personal health goals is often about the physical changes brought on by eating well and staying active, right? But if you feel like you're doing everything you should and you're not seeing any improvement, it's important to recognize that sometimes there are mental roadblocks that are preventing you from hitting your goals. Noom brings awareness to these barriers and provides the assistance and encouragement necessary to break through them and form better habits.

This one's for all the commitment phobes out there. You don't have to stick with Noom forever, though if you do it right, you'll set yourself up for a lifetime of good habits and a healthier relationship with food. Noom is ultimately designed to teach you how to manage your diet and your choices on your own. Eventually, you won't need Noom to hold your hand through the process anymore because all of their lessons will have become second nature. It's merely the vessel that will lead you to that point of not thinking, but just doing.

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