Metabolism

Protein Calculator

Protein Calculator

How much protein should you eat every day to support your weight goals? Read why protein is important—and use our calculator to find out how much you need.

How slow metabolism can lead to weight gain

How slow metabolism can lead to weight gain

Some people do all the right things and still can’t lose weight. The problem may be a slow metabolism. (Yes, it’s real.) Now, medical science can help.

The Brain-Gut Disconnect: Why am I always so hungry?

The Brain-Gut Disconnect: Why am I always so hungry?

For some people, weight loss is hard because of constant signals between the brain and gut. Here’s how obesity doctors can help.

How mood responses can drive your food decisions

How mood responses can drive your food decisions

Renee’s moods often set off emotional eating. When a physician helped her understand why, she started seeing the weight loss success she wanted.

Your body is good at storing fat—oh, thanks, evolution! Here’s how to game your system

Your body is good at storing fat—oh, thanks, evolution! Here’s how to game your system

Early humans got really good at holding onto fat reserves to survive. But that isn’t helping us manage weight in the 21st century.

Curious about intermittent fasting for weight loss? Read this

Curious about intermittent fasting for weight loss? Read this

Everything you need to know about intermittent fasting and weight

The amazing connection between gut health and weight care

The amazing connection between gut health and weight care

Did you know your gut health can affect your ability to lose weight? Here’s how and what to do for better gut health.

How you’ll lose weight when you’re on weight loss meds

How you’ll lose weight when you’re on weight loss meds

When you first start weight treatment with medications, it usually takes a few weeks for weight loss to kick in. Here's what to expect.

This is what you should know about your thyroid and weight gain

This is what you should know about your thyroid and weight gain

Excess weight isn’t due to an underactive thyroid as previously thought, or really even “weight”

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