As we expect (and maybe even look forward to) our menstrual cycle slowing and stopping as we shift through perimenopause to menopause, the other effects of this hormonal change may not be as welcome. ...

While weight loss often relies on reducing something, weight gain demands that you build. More nutrition, more structure, ...

Binging on food—whether during a Sunday football showdown or during the holidays with the family—is never a great idea. Even if you try to offset the occasional fast food splurge with some follow-up ...

Insulin is a hormone your body needs to live because it helps move glucose from your blood into your cells for energy. When you don’t have enough insulin, glucose stays in your blood and this can ...

It is very important to check for possible health risks or underlying conditions before trying to gain weight rapidly.

SEATTLE — For many people, hitting their 40s and 50s brings an unwelcome surprise: stubborn weight gain, especially around the midsection. Even if diet and exercise routines haven’t changed, the body ...