Research was conducted on how people define their own idea of moderation to justify how much they actually eat, or want to eat.
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Can you get good diet advice online?
An internet search for diet provides an endless supply of diet advice, nutrition advice and of course weigh loss advice, however according to the experts much of it is seriously flawed.
Weight loss surgery and mental health
Researchers looked at the mental health of participants before weight loss surgery then again 10 years after, the results are surprising.
Are nuts fattening?
Nuts are healthy and are actually associated with better weight control, although a recent study confirms that it’s not all good news for nuts.
Which foods help maintain weight?
The results are in, researchers analyse flavonoids a chemical found in certain foods and their relationship with weight change in over 100,000 people over 24 years.
Apple cider vinegar: your weight loss questions answered
Apple cider vinegar has been touted as a cure-all but what are the real benefits, and what’s the best way to take it?
Video: Poor diet responsible for 1 in 5 deaths
Eating and drinking more healthily could prevent 1 in 5 deaths globally. Countries that have a mainly Mediterranean diet perform best, and experts want to shift the focus from what people shouldn't eat, to what they should eat.
Weight loss surgery linked to drinking problems
Research suggests that one particular type of bariatric surgery is linked to people having a much higher chance of developing a drinking problem down the track.
How food texture changes eating speed
Eating slowly can help a person eat less. Changing the texture of a meal to make it chewier could be one way to achieve this.
The health benefits of a Mediterranean diet
The Mediterranean diet has long been considered a yardstick for a model of a healthy diet. Its wide-ranging health benefits have been profiled in a major review of the diet.
