A new American study suggests some middle-age-spread is more harmful than others – here’s how to tell the difference ...

Brazilian Claudia Oliveira, now 52, said she was “depressed” before her weight loss, but bodybuilding saved her life.

People who are healthy and slim when they are young may become obese in middle-age because of their genes, scientists have ...

There’s nothing like warm weather and the prospect of wearing a strappy top or pair of trunks to draw attention to your ...

At dinner with my closest friend, conversation turns to weight-loss jabs, and quickly it becomes clear how strongly she ...

Emotional eating and uncontrolled eating are more common in middle-aged women diagnosed with polycystic ... and perceiving oneself as overweight increased the risk of disordered eating behavior.

The menopause affects all women and usually around the age of 45 to 55. There are women who face the menopause earlier or ...

“You also have a higher risk of things like insulin resistance and diabetes, which can sometimes contribute to some of the fat deposits,” she says. Further, explains Tang, also a menopause ...

While the popular image of a middle-aged overweight male snorer holds true, in fact, many women also snore, particularly after the menopause – and almost everyone snores at some point.

What we discuss: Cardio vs. strength training debate Best forms of cardio for middle-aged individuals Importance of maintaining muscle mass as we age Fat loss and misconceptions about exercise ...

John Wilkins, clinical director at the institute’s Human Longevity Laboratory, puts it like this: “When you ask how old ...

Research Design and Methods: There were 522 middle-aged, overweight subjects with impaired glucose tolerance who were randomized to either a usual care control group or an intensive lifestyle ...