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Old news, truthfully retold. This week we look into reports that claimed the pitch of a voice can give a telltale hint towards future infidelity

Every week the Big Issue looks at tall tales or spurious stories to give you the facts.

This week: Are men with deep voices really more likely to cheat?

Tall, dark and handsome might be the traits that make you swipe right on Tinder. But red-blooded blokes with deep voices can also set pulses racing. The legions of admirers for actor Idris Elba, Vin Diesel and Barry White will attest to that.

However, reports last week suggested that this could be a double-edged sword.

Their voice can make them popular partners perhaps too popular with news stories last week suggesting that men with deep voices are more likely to be unfaithful.

A study carried out by researchers at Southwest University in Chongqing, China, published in thePersonality and Individual Differences journal, attracted plenty of admirers with widespread coverage.

Sky News reported the story under the headline: Men with deep voices more likely to cheat, new research shows and very much set the tone for other media outlets.

Metro, at least, mixed things up a little bit with their effort: Men with deep voices more likely to be unfaithful, research claims.

TheMail Onlinebrought in a new aspect: testosterone. Their headline read: Thats low! Men with deep voices are more likely to cheat on their partners due to higher levels of testosterone, study claims

AndThe Guardiantook a humorous look at the research in their relationships section. They opted for: Sexy but unreliable: why women should beware men with deep voices.

But youd be hard-pressed to find much variation elsewhere in theEvening Standard,The Mirroror AOLs versions of the tale.

But are they accurate?

There is a lot of merit to this study and it does add weight to a long-held theory. But the problem for UK audiences is clear the research only really applies to Chinese university students.

The researchers from Chinas Southwest University found men with deeper voices were less committed to their romantic relationships and more likely to be unfaithful.

In total, 116 male students and 145 female students in relatively short relationships were quizzed. All participants were non-smokers, spoke Mandarin, reported not having a cold and had an average age of 20.

From there, they were all recorded saying the same phrases to determine the pitch of their voice and asked how likely they were to cheat in a relationship.

Researchers concluded that masculine men, as determined by the recordings, are more likely to engage in infidelity and commit less to their romantic relationships compared with feminine men. However, this effect did not exist in women.

That was reported by all of the news outlets whereas the limitations of the study and there are plenty of major ones were less prominently reported or missed out.

Most obviously, the narrow age range and diversity of participants means that the study doesnt mean much to anyone else as researchers acknowledge: their mating dynamics and concept of marriage vary considerably from later adulthood.

Another problem arose in that the study proposed that hormone levels act as a link, inferring that the deep voices suggest high testosterone that factors into attraction levels.

As reported in various stories, researchers concluded: Testosterone and the characteristics dependent on testosterone can be reliable indicators of quality-dependent conditions or behaviourstherefore, men with higher testosterone levels, and hence lower voices, may have more infidelity behaviours or less commitment to their romantic relationship.

This is problematic because researchers did not measure testosterone levels in the study. Nor did they measure actual infidelity taking place, just the intention.

To be fair to the scientists who carried out the work, they are forthcoming that more study is required, including measuring testosterone and widening out participants to reflect different cultures, ages and relationship types and durations. This is even reported in some stories.

But the fact remains that there is nothing in the study to justify the headlines relating to a UK audience, or a global audience for online, when it is primarily about China. While theoretically the findings carry weight, to apply them to UK men is a bit of a cheat.

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For many folks, sexual satisfaction is all about the feels, so if you or your penis-having partner are experiencing decreased sensitivity down there, it could really mess with your ability to get off.

There are a few things that can cause a decrease in penile sensation, from the way a person masturbates to lifestyle habits and hormone imbalances. The good news: There are ways to get back that lovin feeling.

To be clear, theres a big difference between less sensation and numbness.

Having less sensation which is what were focusing on in this article means you dont feel as much sensation in your peen as you did before.

A numb penis is a whole other ball of wax and refers to not being able to feel any normal sensation when your penis is touched.

Yep, how you pleasure yourself might be affecting your penile sensation.

The way you masturbate can lead to decreased sensitivity. Some people call this death grip syndrome.

The gist is that people who masturbate using a very specific technique or tight grip can become desensitized to other types of pleasure over time.

When this happens, coming or even getting any pleasure without the exact move or pressure becomes difficult.

If youre feeling all the feels just fine when you masturbate but find that partner sex is where the sensation is lacking, there are a couple potential reasons.

A thinner or smaller-than-average penis, or even too much lube (natural wetness or synthetic), can mean less friction and ultimately sensation during intercourse.

Just switching up your technique should do the trick and help you recondition your sensitivity.

If death grip is the issue, depending on how youre used to masturbating, this might mean loosening your grip, stroking at a slower pace, or both.

You could also mix things up with a sex toy made for penis play, like the Super Sucker UR3 Masturbator, which you can buy online, or TENGA Zero Flip Hole Masturbator, which is also available online. And dont forget the lube!

If intercourse is the issue, some positions make for a tighter fit and therefore more friction.

Heres a little secret: Tweaking any position so your partner can keep their legs tight together during sex should work.

Plus, if anal sex is what youre both into, the anus is by nature a tighter squeeze. Just be sure to use a lot of lube if you take it to the backside.

And speaking of a lot of lube: If an abundance of wetness is making sex feel a bit like a Slip N Slide, a quick wipe with some tissue should fix it.

Certain lifestyle habits can be to blame for your peens lessened sensitivity.

Do you bicycle a lot? Do you masturbate frequently? These things can cause the sensitivity in your peen to tank if you do them often.

When it comes to masturbation, how often you do it matters if youre doing it a lot, according to research that has linked hyperstimulation to decreased penile sensitivity.

As for bicycling, bicycle seats put pressure on the perineum the space between your balls and anus. It presses on blood vessels and nerves that provide feeling to the penis.

Sitting in a hard or uncomfortable chair for long periods can do the same.

Masturbation is healthy, but if the frequency of your handy treats is causing a problem, taking a break for a week or two can help get your penis feeling back to itself.

If you sit or bicycle for long periods, take regular breaks. Consider swapping out your bike seat or usual chair for something more comfortable.

Testosterone is the male sex hormone responsible for libido, not to mention a bunch of other functions.

If your testosterone (T) level drops, you might feel less responsive to sexual stimulation and have trouble getting aroused.

T levels decrease as you age. Damage to your danglers aka testicles can also affect T, as well as certain conditions, substances, and cancer treatment.

Your doctor can diagnose low T with a simple blood test and treat it using testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Lifestyle changes, like regular exercise, maintaining a moderate weight, and getting more sleep can also help.

Certain medical conditions and medications can affect sensation in the penis.

Diabetes and multiple sclerosis (MS) are just a couple conditions that can damage nerves and affect sensation in different body parts, including the penis.

Medications used to treat Parkinsons disease can also reduce penile sensation as a side effect.

Ensuring that any underlying condition is well managed might help bring the feels back.

If medications the culprit, your doctor may be able to adjust your dose or change your medication.

Sexual pleasure isnt just about your D. Your brain plays a big role, too.

If youre dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, or any other mental health issue, getting in the mood can be near impossible. And even if you really want to get down to business, your penis may not be as receptive.

It really depends on whats going on mentally.

Taking some time to unwind before sexy time can help if youre feeling stressed or anxious.

A hot bath or shower can help your mind and muscles relax. The warm water also increases circulation, which can help increase sensitivity and make your skin more responsive to touch.

If youre regularly struggling with feelings of anxiety or depression, or having trouble coping with stress, reach out for help.

Talk to a friend or loved one, see a healthcare provider, or find a local mental health provider through the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA).

Not to be punny, but try to not beat yourself silly over this.

We get how frustrating it must be to not be able to enjoy the sensation you want or expect during sexual activity.

Here are some things to keep in mind if youre struggling.

Chances are your lessened penile sensation can be improved.

As weve already covered, changes in technique, getting in the right frame of mind, or some lifestyle tweaks may be all thats needed to get your penis feeling right again.

A healthcare provider can help with any underlying medical or mental health issues and recommend the right treatments.

Were not just talking about choking your chicken either! Stressing about this and putting pressure on yourself will only make things worse in the pleasure department.

Give yourself time to relax and get in the mood before play, and permission to stop and try another time if youre not feeling it.

Penis health and sexual health are just as important as other aspects of your health.

If theres something going on with your penis or your ability to enjoy sexual activity, a professional can help.

You cant control everything, but there are things you can do to help keep your penis healthy:

If its your partner whos struggling with lessened sensitivity down there, dont worry. Chances are theres a good reason for it, and its probably not what you think.

Here are some things to keep in mind if its getting to you.

Your first instinct may be to blame yourself if your partner isnt enjoying sex. Try to not do this.

Sounds harsh, but: Not your penis, not your problem.

As a loving partner, of course you want them to feel good. But unless youve damaged their penis by taking a hammer to it, their lessened penile sensitivity isnt your fault, so dont make it about you.

Seriously, its not your penis!

Not trying to dismiss your feelings or anything, but as frustrated as you may be that your partner isnt feeling it even when you pull out your best moves, its probably a lot more frustrating for them.

That said, if your partners lack of sensation results in a marathon shag sesh that causes chafing to your nether regions, of course you have the right to take a break or stop. Its your body, after all. Just be mindful of how you say it.

EVERYONE should be asking what their partner needs when it comes to sex and relationships. Its the key to making both great.

Do they need a little time to relax before action moves to the peen? Do they need more foreplay that focuses on other pleasure spots to help them get in the mood? Do they want to just stop altogether? Dont be afraid to ask.

If youve lost some of that lovin feeling down below, your lifestyle and pleasure routine solo or partnered may provide some clues. If not, your doctor or other healthcare provider can help.

In the meantime, be patient and kind with yourself, and consider some of your other pleasure zones for satisfaction.

Adrienne Santos-Longhurst is a Canada-based freelance writer and author who has written extensively on all things health and lifestyle for more than a decade. When shes not holed up in her writing shed researching an article or off interviewing health professionals, she can be found frolicking around her beach town with husband and dogs in tow or splashing about the lake trying to master the stand-up paddle board.

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Men with deep voices are more likely to cheat on their partners and less likely to remain committed in relationships, according to new research.

The study, conducted by Southwest University in China, asked 116 men and 145 women questions about their attitudes towards monogamy and commitment, taking note of the pitch in their voice in their responses.

Researchers found men with deeper voices were more likely to provide answers that suggested they would engage in infidelity and not commit to romantic relationships.

However, the same doesnt apply for the fairer sex.

The results, published in the Personality and Individual Differences journal, show no link existing in the women who participated and researchers think this might be due to testosterone.

Generally speaking, men with lower voices have higher levels of testosterone than their squeakier voiced counterparts, and are found to be more attractive and research seems to suggest they take full advantage of this!

Testosterone and the characteristics dependent on testosterone can be reliable indicators of quality-dependent conditions or behaviours, the researchers said.

So, does this mean all deep voiced men are scoundrels?

Not necessarily. But if your new squeeze sounds like Barry White, it might be worth waiting a few more dates before introducing them to your parents.

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Trans women will not be permitted to play elite womens rugby for the foreseeable future because of significant safety concerns, World Rugby has stated after releasing new guidelines for transgender players.

In a statement explaining its decision, World Rugby said that after months of research and examining the latest scientific research it had concluded that safety and fairness cannot presently be assured for women competing against trans women in contact rugby.

The Guardian first revealed in July that World Rugby was considering becoming the first international sports federation to adopt such a policy after finding at least a 20-30% greater risk of injury risk factors when a female player is tackled by someone who has gone through male puberty.

In a document explaining its decision published on Friday, World Rugby said that It is known that biological males (whose puberty and development is influenced by androgens/testosterone) are stronger by 25% to 50%, are 30% more powerful, 40% heavier, and about 15% faster than biological females.

That combination of mass, strength, power and speed means that in a direct physical contest, ciswomen in all these domains will be at significant risk of injury.

It added: Studies suggest that the compounded or cumulative effect of these attributes may be even greater, with one study showing that punching power - a composite of mass, force/strength, and power is 160% higher in biological males than in biological females.

Previously it was thought that such advantages were negated when trans women lowered their testosterone levels to 5 n/mol for at least 12 months - which is the current International Olympic Committee policy applied across almost every sport. However World Rugby said that new research showed that they retain significant physical advantages over biological women even after they take medication to lower their testosterone.

All trans women will still be able to play non-contact rugby against women, however. The guidelines also do not apply to trans women who have not undergone male puberty as they will not have the gained the advantages of extra testosterone and androgens.

It will also be up to each individual federation to decide whether to enforce the policy for the grassroots game. However in a statement explaining its decision, World Rugby made clear the potential added risk to player safety if countries went against its guidelines.

Given the best available evidence for the effects of testosterone reduction on these physical attributes for transgender women, it was concluded that safety and fairness cannot presently be assured for women competing against trans women in contact rugby, it said.

As a result, the new guidelines do not recommend that trans women play womens contact rugby on safety grounds at the elite and international level of the game where size, strength, power and speed are crucial for both risk and performance, but do not preclude national unions from flexibility in their application of the guidelines at the community level of the game.

Trans men are permitted to participate in mens contact rugby.

Reacting to the announcement, Nancy Kelley - chief executive of LGBT rights charity Stonewall - said she was deeply disappointed with the news.

There is still a lot to learn about the impact of transition on athletic ability, but this does not mean that trans people are not already playing rugby or any other sport safely and fairly, she said. As the world continues to evolve, it is vital that policies expand rather than restrict any sports potential to grow and benefit all our communities.

We stand in solidarity with trans people across the world wholl be disappointed by this news. We will do everything we can to make sport everyones game.

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LONDON (THOMSON REUTERS FOUNDATION) - A ban on transgender women competing in international rugby matches will not stop them playing the women's game in England, the sport's governing body said on Wednesday (Oct 14) in the latest split over trans competitors in sport.

World Rugby, which controls international matches, banned trans women from international female games last week, saying they were a risk to fellow players.

But trans women will still compete in English women's matches if they maintain testosterone levels below a certain level for a year, the Rugby Football Union (RFU) said.

More evidence, it said, was needed to justify a full ban.

The issue of trans competitors in women's sport is hotly debated, with opponents saying it is impossible to keep competition safe and fair.

Supporters say the evidence does not support a ban.

"The RFU does not currently plan to adopt World Rugby transgender guidelines as it believes further scientific evidence is required," a spokesman for the RFU, which has about 37,000 registered female players, said via email.

"The RFU is committed to LGBTQ+ inclusion as well as safety and fairness across all levels of the game," she added.

World Rugby justified its ban by saying the hormones that trans women take to lower their testosterone do not override the physical benefits already accrued in male puberty.

Eight Australian federations, including those for tennis and Australian Rules football, issued guidelines to encourage the participation of trans athletes earlier this month.

Rugby Australia now requires trans athletes get a medical specialist to complete a consent form that specifies their "physical development, skill level and experience are appropriate" for full-contact sport.

Last month, Rugby Canada said that trans athletes would continue to compete freely, with no requirement for them to take hormones or disclose their transgender status.

Olympic guidelines in place since 2015 say trans women can compete in women's sport if they keep their testosterone levels below 10 nanomoles per litre. Many sports bodies, including the RFU, now use a level of 5 nanomoles.

Verity Smith, a transgender man who plays wheelchair rugby league, having previously played women's rugby, called England's stance "a massive step forward for inclusion within the game".

Smith said a tackle by a 1.52m-tall player born female had caused the injury that put him in a wheelchair and there were no reports of injury caused by trans women in the women's game.

But Fair Play For Women, which campaigns against having transgender women in women's sport, said the international ban put safety top of its agenda in a sport that carries a heavy injury toll.

"World Rugby has put the safety of its professional female players first," the group tweeted. "If the RFU don't do the same, then thousands of amateur players will be left asking why they don't deserve the same protections."

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There a plenty of red flags that someone is cheating on youthey're secretive with their phone, they've changed their appearance, or they're picking fights with you, to name a few. But there's another factor that's right in front of your faceor earsthat can tell you if a man will cheat before the affair even begins. A new study published in the journal Personality and Individual Differences in September was the first to examine the association between male vocal characteristics and their fidelity. What the researchers found is that men with deeper voices are more likely to cheat on their partners. Read on to find out more, and to see what age is ripe for infidelity, check out This Is the Age When Married Men Are Most Likely to Cheat.

To make their discovery, the researchers recorded the voices of 116 men and 145 women to gauge their pitch. Then they administered a self-reported questionnaire that asked how likely they were to remain faithful to their partners on a scale from one to seven. There was no strong correlation between female vocal pitches and infidelity. However, the findings showed a strong correlation between deep male voices and the likelihood of cheating.

Researchers hypothesize two reasons for men with deeper voices' proclivity towards cheating. "This result might suggest that masculine voices and infidelity development in men have the same biological basis, that is, they are influenced by testosterone levels," the study authors note.

A 2006 study published by the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology found that men with more testosterone were more inclined to cheat, which corroborates this theory.

Another probable reason, according to the study, is due to increased access to mates. "Masculine voices among males are significantly associated with long-term health and social dominance and are more likely to be perceived as attaining higher social positions, all of which were valuable for women during evolutionary history," the authors add. "Given that, the relationship between men's vocal characteristics and infidelity intentions is more likely to be mediated by increased access to women."

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Whether the correlation is due to too much testosterone or too many partners to choose from, you may want to think twice before getting involved with a guy who sounds like Barry White. And for more potential causes for splits, know that Half of Men Say They Would Break Up With a Woman Who Does This.

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Weight loss tips: Try to include protein in most of your meals

There may never be just one single way which is right for losing weight. There are a few basics like not starving yourself, getting optimum nutrition, consuming all food groups and exercising regularly need to be followed on a daily basis. However, there are other basics like eating your meals at the same time every day and making realistic choices are weight loss tips that actually work. Nutritionist Rachel Paul, who goes by the name of the name of collegenutritionist on Instagram, talks about what actually works and what doesn't work, for weight loss.

If you are following fad diets or calorie restrictive diets that involve eating low-carbs or low fats may provide quick weight loss benefits. But they are not sustainable in nature and may result in side effects like cravings, headaches, irritability, fatigue, constipation, mood swings and overeating after a point of time.

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According to Paul, the concept of eating small and frequent meals can actually work for people if they want to lose weight.

1. Set of schedule of eating every three to four hours. This way, there will be no long gaps between meals, you won't end up starving yourself and then overeating, and your digestion is also likely to be optimum.

2. Eat protein in most of your meals. Protein is the macronutrient that can help in building muscles and also reducing appetite. Protein-rich foods like eggs, chicken, lentils, legumes, etc are all filling in nature and can reduce your overall calorie intake.

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3. Focus making realistic choices, suggests Paul. If you are someone who cannot do without staple foods like rice and roti, then do not force yourself to not eat them just for the sake of weight loss. These are carbs which are rich in fibre and will provide you with sufficient energy to follow your day-to-day functions.

4. Follow a diet and exercise regime that you can follow for life, says the nutritionist. Your diet should be one which is easy and sustainable to follow. It should include seasonal and cultural foods that have been eaten in your family for generations. Practice portion control in whatever you eat and avoid processed, packaged and junk food as much as you can.

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Speaking of your exercise regime, it must definitely be one which you can continue in the long run. Never pick up workouts that can't be done on packed day, or when you are travelling, etc. Make your workouts flexible. Save workouts that are of short duration and those that can be done without any equipment.

Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. NDTV does not claim responsibility for this information.

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The world is obsessed with fad diets and weight loss, yet few of us know how a kilogram of fat actually vanishes off the scales.

Even the 150 doctors, dietitians and personal trainers we surveyed shared this surprising gap in their health literacy. The most common misconception by far, was that fat is converted to energy. The problem with this theory is that it violates the law of conservation of matter, which all chemical reactions obey.

Some respondents thought fat turns into muscle, which is impossible, and others assumed it escapes via the colon. Only three of our respondents gave the right answer, which means 98% of the health professionals in our survey could not explain how weight loss works.

So if not energy, muscles or the loo, where does fat go?

The enlightening facts about fat metabolism

The correct answer is that fat is converted to carbon dioxide and water. You exhale the carbon dioxide and the water mixes into your circulation until its lost as urine or sweat.

If you lose 10kg of fat, precisely 8.4kg comes out through your lungs and the remaining 1.6kg turns into water. In other words, nearly all the weight we lose is exhaled.

This surprises just about everyone, but actually, almost everything we eat comes back out via the lungs. Every carbohydrate you digest and nearly all the fats are converted to carbon dioxide and water. The same goes for alcohol.

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Protein shares the same fate, except for the small part that turns into urea and other solids, which you excrete as urine.

The only thing in food that makes it to your colon undigested and intact is dietary fibre (think corn). Everything else you swallow is absorbed into your bloodstream and organs and, after that, its not going anywhere until youve vaporised it.

Kilograms in versus kilograms out

We all learn that energy in equals energy out in high school. But energy is a notoriously confusing concept, even among health professionals and scientists who study obesity.

The reason we gain or lose weight is much less mysterious if we keep track of all the kilograms, too, not just those enigmatic kilojoules or calories.

According to the latest government figures, Australians consume 3.5kg of food and beverages every day. Of that, 415 grams is solid macronutrients, 23 grams is fibre and the remaining 3kg is water.

Whats not reported is that we inhale more than 600 grams worth of oxygen, too, and this figure is equally important for your waistline.

If you put 3.5kg of food and water into your body, plus 600 grams of oxygen, then 4.1kg of stuff needs to come back out, or youll gain weight. If youre hoping to shed some weight, more than 4.1kg will have to go. So how do you make this happen?

The 415 grams of carbohydrates, fats, protein and alcohol most Australians eat every day will produce exactly 740 grams of carbon dioxide plus 280 grams of water (about one cup) and about 35 grams of urea and other solids excreted as urine.

An average 75kg persons resting metabolic rate (the rate at which the body uses energy when the person isnt moving) produces about 590 grams of carbon dioxide per day. No pill or potion you can buy will increase that figure, despite the bold claims you might have heard.

The good news is that you exhale 200 grams of carbon dioxide while youre fast asleep every night, so youve already breathed out a quarter of your daily target before you even step out of bed.

Eat less, exhale more

So if fat turns into carbon dioxide, could simply breathing more make you lose weight? Unfortunately not. Huffing and puffing more than you need to is called hyperventilation and will only make you dizzy, or possibly faint. The only way you can consciously increase the amount of carbon dioxide your body is producing is by moving your muscles.

But heres some more good news. Simply standing up and getting dressed more than doubles your metabolic rate. In other words, if you simply tried on all your outfits for 24 hours, youd exhale more than 1,200 grams of carbon dioxide.

More realistically, going for a walk triples your metabolic rate, and so will cooking, vacuuming and sweeping.

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Metabolising 100 grams of fat consumes 290 grams of oxygen and produces 280 grams of carbon dioxide plus 110 grams of water. The food you eat cant change these figures.

Therefore, to lose 100 grams of fat, you have to exhale 280 grams of carbon dioxide on top of what youll produce by vaporising all your food, no matter what it is.

Any diet that supplies less fuel than you burn will do the trick, but with so many misconceptions about how weight loss works, few of us know why.

Ruben Meerman is assistant scientist, UNSW and Andrew Brown is professor and head, School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences, UNSW.

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There is a base amount of calories we all burn in a day, which is referred to as resting metabolism. This number stays relatively stable depending on the amount of movement we do each day by walking inside the house, running errands. Intentional exercise adds to the total number of calories we burn. But it needs to be understood that weight is not a simple calorie equation. Adding more movement in your daily life can help in increasing the calorie burn and thus weight loss.

Working out regularly doesn't just help with weight loss but also helps manage the blood sugar levels. A study conducted in 2016 found that walking 10 minutes after each meal helps in lowering the blood sugar level in people suffering from type 2 diabetes. Walking 10 minutes after having a meal is more beneficial than walking for 30 minutes during any other time of the day.

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U.S. News has once again ranked all the diets, with the groundbreaking result that...they are all different ways to eat food. Amazing. Their website does provide a nice comparison of the various diets pros and cons, but the whole concept of declaring one diet better than another is broken to begin with.

As weve seen with the Dirty Dozen produce rankings, a ranking assumes that each thing is competing against the others, and that those at the top of the list are better than those at the bottom. With vegetables as with diets, there are a whole bunch that are just fine, and you dont need to pit them against each other any more than you need to choose which of your children is your favorite.

Then theres the question of what a diet really is, anyway; as a word of the English language, diet can mean many different things. If somebody is going on a diet, we understand that they are trying to create a calorie deficit to lose weight. If instead we read that the diet of wild lemurs varies among species, we understand the word to mean a description of the totality of things a lemur typically eats.

The 51 diets in the U.S. News database form a bizarre mix. Some are vague approaches to eating, like volumetrics; some are commercial products intended to help people lose weight, like Noom or Weight Watchers; still others are science-unsupported crash diets. Putting these disparate items into a lineup is not really helping anyone. U.S. News seemed to understand this on some level, since they only ranked the best 35, leaving a pool of particularly bad optionslike the Master Cleanse, which Im not sure fits any definition of a diet, to be honestoff the main list.

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I could puzzle over the rankings themselves for days. For example, Atkins and keto are listed as two separate things (theyre arguably not), and both rank below a raw food diet that the list describes as all but impossible to follow. Like the papers wildly popular college rankings, the diet rankings seem to exist to give us something new to worry and argue about, rather than to help people eat healthier or lose weight.

First, if youre looking to lose weight, recognize that all weight-loss diets work the same goddamn way: they give you a framework to eat fewer calories than you burn. The best diet to do that is whichever one you find easiest to stick with.

Some people feel great on a keto diet; some find intermittent fasting convenient; some would rather eat low-fat and vegan. It doesnt really matter, so long as the calorie deficit isnt too extreme and youre not depriving yourself of important nutrients like fiber, vitamins, or protein.

Whether youre trying to change your body weight or not, the basics of a healthy diet are pretty straightforward: lots of fruits and vegetables, enough protein, not too much sugar. If you have specific health concerns that youve discussed with a doctor, make sure to account for those. (For example, the DASH dietis a list of guidelines you can follow if you need to lower your blood pressure. It involves eating less sodium and more potassium, among other things.) If youre willing to pay for help, youre better off consulting a dietitian than buying into the latest expensive weight-loss product.

So are you looking to eat more healthy, lose weight, or both? Find an approach to eating that meets your goals and that you can stick with. If you want some structure, its fine to buy a book that gives you recipes and a fancy name for the diet. The top-ranked diet, the Mediterranean diet, is fine. But the #29-ranked paleo diet, despite its silly premise (that cavemen made lots of fake pizzas from almond flour and coconut oil, if I understand correctly), might do the job just as well.

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