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Weight Loss

Healthy weight loss isn’t about trends—it’s about what works for you. We’re cutting through the noise with real strategies, smart nutrition, and sustainable habits that fit your life and help you feel your best.


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Health
Passport to Healing (and Weight Loss) After 40
Before leaving the US, I had hair loss, anxiety, and obesity. Now I run half marathons. What global living taught me about good health can benefit you right where you are.
By Halona Black
, November 20, 2024
6 Min Read
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Health
6 Things to Know About Supplements for Weight Loss
Products sought as alternatives to prescription drugs are attracting interest thanks to celebrity endorsers such as former RHOA cast member Kandi Burruss. Do they work?
By Editor in Chief Claire McIntosh
, October 23, 2024
4 Min Read
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Health
Which Noodles are Best for Weight Loss?
Pass the parmesan! You can work a spaghetti dinner or a serving of macaroni into your nutrition plan if you consider healthier options. Plus: The lowest calorie noodle of all.
By Sisters From AARP
, October 9, 2024
8 Min Read
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Health
The Healthy Diet That’s Easy to Stick to
This common-sense eating plan is never boring, non-restrictive and waistline friendly. Here’s why I really enjoy being a flexitarian.
By Patricia Brown, MD
, September 18, 2024
3 Min Read
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Health
Which Beans Are Best (and Worst) for Burning Belly Fat?
A reduced calorie diet can be hard to stick to when it’s a struggle to get enough protein. Consider these tasty beans your secret weapon. Plus: Recipes!
By Sisters From AARP
, August 28, 2024
6 Min Read
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Health
Which Fish Is Best for Weight Loss?
Is dropping a pants size or two one of your wellness goals? You might “sea” results on the scale after adding these swimmers to your weekly menu.
By Editor in Chief Claire McIntosh
, August 21, 2024
8 Min Read
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Health
This 25-Minute Workout Burns Calories All Day
Thanks to the afterburn effect, this quick workout can help boost your metabolism and your overall fitness.
By Javacia Harris Bowser
, August 21, 2024
5 Min Read
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Health
‘Stress Belly’ Is a Thing. Here Are 5 Ways to Help Flatten One
‘My belly just got very large, and it felt hard’ recalls one sister about a sleepless, stressful time. But she lost 60 pounds in six months with these habits.
By Leslie Quander Wooldridge
, August 14, 2024
6 Min Read
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Don’t Skip This Important Lab Test If You Are Having Mood Swings
You’re irritable and cranky and don’t have enough energy to do anything on your to-do list. Could diabetes be to blame?
By Javacia Harris Bowser
, July 25, 2024
4 Min Read
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