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Treating Obesity by Controlling Bombesin

Jason Chen — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 07:37:12 +0000

It appears to be possible to alter the normal energy balance to induce weight loss through changing the way that hormones are received in the brain. This article discusses an experiment that shows promise. By altering the action of Bombesin, researchers have shown that it is possible to both reduce the amount of food eaten and increase metabolism.

Fundamentals of Weight Loss, Exercise, and Diet

20BMI.com Staff — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 06:51:59 +0000

Weight loss, exercise and diet are interrelated through the energy balance equation. This involves equating your energy intake with your energy output, or usage, although there are a number of ways in which this balance can be maintained or tilted one way or another to your advantage.

Hiking and Walking for Quick Weight Loss

Jason Chen — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 09:00:55 +0000

Hiking and walking are effective forms of exercise. In this article, we discuss walking as an exercise, and how its effectiveness as an exercise could be improved. Examples of improvements in exercise presented are increasing speed, carrying weights, using the "Nordic Walking technique," and hiking ... read more at www.20bmi.com/diet

Eat Less Sugar to Lose Weight Fast

Jason Chen — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 06:47:33 +0000

Following a sensible, balanced diet and minimizing empty calories such as from sugar helps to lose weight and maintain healthy weight. In this article, we discuss the published recommendations of the American Heart Association on the subject of Dietary Sugars and Cardio-Vascular Risks, and propose a common-sense approach for ... read more at www.20bmi.com

How to Naturally Increase Metabolism for Faster Weight Loss

Jason Chen — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:29:42 +0000

It appears possible to speed up metabolism by making simple dietary changes. Research seems to indicate that Mediterranean-style diets, which are rich in oleic acid (the principle fat in olive oil) seem to increase metabolism. Western-style diets, which typically contain more saturated fat, tend to significantly slow down metabolism, as much as … read more at http://www.20bmi.com.

Low Carb Diets, Weight Loss, and Fat, part 2

Jason Chen — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 06:00:00 +0000

If you are trying to lose weight via a Low-Carb Diet or by controlling the portions you eat, you may be interested to know the latest research on fat, and how some kinds of fat may be working against you. Recent research shows that some saturated fat, palmitic acid, may actually work against the brainâ€™s signals to control your appetite. This can make portion control more difficult, or make you eat more than you would otherwise eat on a low-carb diet (many of which rely on you stopping eating when you feel full). So, you eat more than you need to, which translates into more calories, which ... Read more at www.20bmi.com

Low Carb Diets, Weight Loss, and Fat

Jason Chen — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 06:00:00 +0000

If you are trying to lose weight via a Low-Carb Diet or by controlling the portions you eat, you may be interested to know the latest research on fat, and how some kinds of fat may be working against you. Recent research shows that some saturated fat, palmitic acid, may actually work against the brain's signals to control your appetite. This can make portion control more difficult, or make you eat more than you would otherwise eat on a low-carb diet (many of which rely on you stopping eating when you feel full). So, you eat more than you need to, which translates into more calories, which ... Read more at www.20bmi.com

South Beach Diet Book Review

Jason Chen — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 06:00:00 +0000

The South Beach Diet is a popular method of losing weight. In this book review, we take a look at this best-selling diet book, and also at some research that explores the benefits of a low-carb diet ... read more at www.20bmi.com

Raisins, Appetite Control, and Weight Loss

Jason Chen — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 06:00:00 +0000

A recent study suggests that eating a cup of raisins may be effective in controlling appetite, and reducing feelings of hunger because of the fiber content. Because of that, eating raisins may also be effective in maintaining and/or losing weight ... read more at www.20bmi.com

The Role of Brown Fat in Weight Loss

Jason Chen — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 06:00:00 +0000

Research seems to highlight the potential of this little-known tissue in the human body as a weight loss dynamo. Brown Adipose Tissue (or Brown Fat) plays a key role in metabolism. A typical person has about ½ oz of it (about 13g), while almost 2 oz (50g) of this tissue could use up to 20% [...]