Many people use their smartphone regularly throughout the day for a variety of uses, from connecting with friends to ordering dinner. But could an interactive app help people to lose weight? Background This need has grown recently due to the…
Everyone has heard that eating too little puts your body into ‘starvation mode’. As a natural response to long-term calorie restriction, your body reduces your resting metabolic rate, which is also known as metabolic adaptation. But does metabolic adaptation actually…
Along with diet, exercise is a vital part of a person’s weight loss efforts. But can the intensity of exercise undertaken affect the energy expenditure, metabolic rate and body composition of someone attempting to lose weight? Background Cardiorespiratory fitness has…
Insulin resistance often goes hand in hand with weight gain and obesity. Losing weight can reduce or even correct insulin resistance, but the best diet for addressing insulin sensitivity is not clear. There is some debate around the effect of…
Many people who are overweight or obese have issues with sleep quality. This can become a vicious cycle, as poor sleep affects decision-making, cravings and blood glucose regulation. The relationship between sleep and diet has been explored thoroughly when it…
High-protein, calorie restricted diets are popular and have been shown to be effective for obesity. However, the precise mechanisms are unknown. One factor in obesity is the intestinal microbiome – the microbes found in the digestive tract. This leads to…
When it comes to weight loss, nuts and nut products are often hotly debated. Many avoid them because they are energy dense and high in fat. But they are also a rich source of protein, fibre and fatty acids that…
Initial weight loss is often only half the battle won. For many, the real struggle begins when it comes to preventing weight regain and maintaining a healthy weight. There has been limited research into the lifestyle habits that play a…
Meal frequency is a highly debated topic in the world of weight loss research. Some suggest that frequent meals can help to increase satiety and metabolism via the thermal effect of food. Others believe that less frequent meals are more…
Have you ever come across the term ‘skinny fat’? The health risks of excess body fat aren’t reserved for those who are classified as overweight and obese. Some people are within a healthy weight range but still have a higher…