For obese patients with osteoarthritis of the knee, weight loss can do more than increase mobility and lessen pain – it can also lead to structural improvements in damaged joints, according to two separate studies. Pascal Richette, MD, of Lariboisiere Hospital in Paris, reports that in 44 obese patients whose body mass index fell by [read more]

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A Consumer Reports survey reveals that more than 80 percent of sexually active Americans have avoided sex in the past year. Their top six reasons include being too tired, not feeling well, not being in the mood, needing to care for children or pets, needing to work, or preferring to watch TV or a movie. [read more]

Quality of Life Labs, Inc. has launched the next generation of PureBalance™ Serotonin, a supplement for mood support and weight management. The new product PureBalance™ Serotonin with 5-HTP, Relora®, L-Theanine & Rodiola, can facilitate better moods and weight loss efforts by addressing a root cause for many people: low levels of the brain chemical serotonin; [read more]

Trying to lose weight can increase stress without the dieter realizing it, according to a recent article in USA Today. A study led by Janet Tomiyama at the University of California-San Francisco found that people who restrict calories have an increased level of the stress hormone cortisol. Participants who cut calories had higher levels of [read more]