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Nibbles: Weight loss without exercise leads to bone loss
People who lose weight through cutting calories alone may end up losing bone density and increasing their risk of osteoporosis, while those who combine diet and exercise don't seem to lose bone. That's according to a study in the Archives of Internal Medicine. Study participants who dieted but didn't exercise lost an average of around two percent of their bone density, while those who included exercise had no bone loss… More people are eating out for more of their meals these days, and nutrition is not always a high priority. According to a survey conducted by the United States Department of Agriculture, when people eat out because of the convenience, they are 17 percent more likely to pick up fast food. Consumers who said they are looking for healthy foods were 19 percent more likely to visit full-service restaurants, but they are largely being misled if they think restaurants provide healthier food than fast food eateries.
Diet Pill OK'd for Pudgy Pooches
Like their human counterparts, overweight dogs are also at risk for developing diabetes, heart trouble, joint problems and other complications, the FDA said. The drug Slentrol produced by Pfizer promises decreases in appetite and fat absortion...it'll cost pet owners $1-2 a day. Americans own 65 million dogs, according to statistics cited by the Humane Society of the United States - and just over a third of them are obese or overweight. Veterinarians generally consider dogs that weigh 20 percent more than their ideal weight obese, the FDA said. Vets say dogs should put their paws to the pavement and lay off the doggy treats, before turning to diet pills. Photo copyright Getty Images Copyright 2007 Reuters. click for restrictions .
Which diet is best for you?
One size does not fit all when it comes to diets, says Liz Vaccariello, editor in chief of Prevention magazine. Research shows that to lose weight "" and keep it off "" you must pick a plan that suits your personality, food preferences and schedule, she says. USA Today asked Vaccariello and the editors of Prevention to pick their favorite programs for different types of people:
For people who hate to cook
Jenny Craig: It satisfies most dieters' needs: prepackaged meals and snacks, tracking via private weigh-ins, weekly consultations (by phone or in person) and a Web site for additional information and support. Plus, it offers meal plans you can get delivered "" all you need is a microwave.
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Column: Stick with your resolution
Are you like the many who set the "I am going to lose weight this year" as your New Year's Resolution? This is probably the biggest resolution made each year and for most, it fizzles out by March. Let's look at some ways to help keep your New Years resolution intact all year around. .
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