One major area of interest when it comes to weight loss and maintenance is the influence of the gut microbiota – the microbes that live in the human digestive tract. Although there are links to these microbes, obesity and weight loss, we…

High protein diets have been shown to have various health benefits when it comes to disease prevention and weight loss. However, the evidence for high protein when it comes to insulin resistance and the resulting effect on weight loss maintenance is unclear….

Many people lose weight, but few manage to maintain weight loss long-term. One potential reason for this is an increase in the hormone involved in hunger signals after weight loss. What you eat for weight maintenance can be just as important as…

Mixed nuts are a popular snack option, and contain a good amount of protein and healthy fats. However, they are higher in calories, which could be a concern for weight loss. This raises the questions – are mixed nuts a good choice…

Despite decades of research, there is still a lack of simple, effective and affordable weight loss interventions. One intervention that has gained popularity recently is time-restricted eating (TRE), also known as intermittent fasting. Compared to other strategies, TRE is simple and requires…

Many people use their smartphone regularly throughout the day for a variety of uses, from connecting with friends to ordering dinner. But could an interactive app help people to lose weight?   Background This need has grown recently due to the combination…

Everyone has heard that eating too little puts your body into ‘starvation mode’. As a natural response to long-term calorie restriction, your body reduces your resting metabolic rate, which is also known as metabolic adaptation. But does metabolic adaptation actually slow down…

Along with diet, exercise is a vital part of a person’s weight loss efforts. But can the intensity of exercise undertaken affect the energy expenditure, metabolic rate and body composition of someone attempting to lose weight?   Background Cardiorespiratory fitness has been…

Insulin resistance often goes hand in hand with weight gain and obesity. Losing weight can reduce or even correct insulin resistance, but the best diet for addressing insulin sensitivity is not clear. There is some debate around the effect of protein on…