New diet squeezes in on weight-loss scene

Learn more about the South Beach Diet

High Protein, Low Carbohydrate Diet Helps Reduce Stomach Fat

New research from McMaster University and the University of Toronto in Canada

More Abdominal Fat Means Higher Stroke Risk

Abdominal fat may be deadly

Your personalized Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid

Promotes weight-loss and long-term health

Weight Wellness Profile

Designed to encourage discussion with a medical professional

Walking for fitness: How to trim your waistline, improve your health

Walking burns calories, which can help you manage your weight

Calculate your body mass index

Body mass index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on height and weight

Obesity

Losing even modest amounts of weight can lower your blood pressure, reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke, improve glucose control in diabetes

Successful Weight Control

Aerobic exercise, strength training and proper diet = weight managment

6 strategies for successful weight loss

Eat less, exercise more

Weight Watchers What the Experts Say

Philosophy follows recommendations from the National Weight Loss Registry

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