During the multiyear transition to menopause, women's bodies begin processing sugar and carbs less efficiently, while their ...

Weight gain is common in women during perimenopause and after menopause, but the physical changes underlying it start much ...

This article was reviewed by Felix Gussone, MD. Key Takeaways: Hormones like insulin, cortisol, thyroid hormones, and ...

One American study that followed adults across the winter holiday period of roughly six to eight weeks found an average gain ...

Obesity is not a single disease. New research shows distinct biological phenotypes that explain why weight gain and treatment ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Working out while trying to lose weight can feel like it’s you against the scale. One day your weight is ...

Research shows that estrogen administration, such as through HRT, can increase resting energy expenditure by up to 200-220 ...

Grains are building block of the Mediterranean diet, which can lead to weight loss. A 2017 study of 50 adults in the journal ...

Share on Pinterest Smoking may lead to weight gain and increased belly fat, new research finds. SimpleImages/Getty Images Many don’t quit smoking out of fear they will gain weight. Weight gain is ...

The Best Weight Loss Supplements for Women This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key Takeaways: The best ...

Metoprolol, acebutolol, and propranolol are heart medications linked to weight gain. Other heart medications may cause weight gain, but some might cause weight loss or be weight neutral. Many ...

Smoking cigarettes can decrease the appetite, increase the metabolism, and serve as a distraction from hunger and eating. When a person quits smoking, they may gain weight as their appetite returns.