Snacking is not bad for weight loss. A well-chosen snack can stop you from arriving at dinner ravenous and overeating. The best snacks share two traits: they contain protein or fiber (ideally both), which keep you full, and they come in a sensible portion. Protein-rich snacks Fiber-rich snacks Healthy fats, in small portions Nuts, seeds … Read more
Intermittent fasting (IF) means alternating periods of eating with periods of not eating, rather than changing what you eat. It has become popular for weight loss and is often promoted with big claims about longevity and metabolism. The research is promising in some areas but more modest than the hype. Common methods What the research … Read more
Excess weight is one of the most common health problems in pet cats. It increases the risk of diabetes, arthritis, urinary problems and skin issues, and makes grooming difficult. Weight loss works, but in cats it must be slow and supervised. Never put a cat on a crash diet A cat that eats too little, … Read more
Breed weight charts give a rough range, but they cannot tell you if your individual dog is at a healthy weight. Two Labradors of the same weight can be lean and overweight, depending on frame and muscle. Veterinarians use a hands-on method instead: the body condition score. Breed ranges are just a starting point Breed … Read more
