10+ Best Articles on Weight Loss
The most useful articles on weight loss from around the web—beginners to advanced—curated by thought leaders and our community. We focus on timeless pieces and update the list whenever we discover new, must-read articles or videos—make sure to bookmark and revisit this page.
Top 5 Weight Loss Articles
At a glance: these are the articles that have been most read, shared, and saved on weight loss by Refind users in 2023 so far.
- Why you shouldn't exercise to lose weight, explained with 60+ studies
- Can You Lose Fat and Gain Muscle at the Same Time? Yes, Here's How
- 3 Psychological Tips for Sticking to a Diet
- Is the World Ready for Extremely Effective Weight-Loss Drugs?
- Eat These 5 Fruits Daily to Activate Brown Fat for Weight Loss
Videos
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The mathematics of weight loss
This is the edited version of The Mathematics of Weight Loss presented by Ruben Meerman. In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, ...
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How to follow a Mediterranean diet for weight loss
Unsure exactly how to follow a Mediterranean diet for weight loss? We’ve got all the tips and advice you need
How to Eat Healthy
Eating healthy is good for you, no matter who you are or what your goals. But it can be tricky to know where to start (especially if you don’t have a weight loss focus), so here are your basic…
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3 Psychological Tips for Sticking to a Diet
Many diets fail because of emotional or psychological obstacles. These 3 tips will help you overcome them and stick to your diet for good.
«Hunger is what you feel when you need food. Craving is what you feel when you want food.»
Short Articles
Short on time? Check out these useful short articles on weight loss—all under 10 minutes.
Is the World Ready for Extremely Effective Weight-Loss Drugs?
A new class of medicines has the potential to permanently change the way we think about obesity.
What You Need to Know About Ozempic, the Diabetes Drug Fueling Hollywood’s Harmful Weight-Loss Obsession
As the buzz builds around Ozempic, here’s what you need to know about what it is, how it works, and who should—and, perhaps more importantly, shouldn’t—be taking it.
The growing market for weight loss drugs
A new generation of FDA-approved diabetes drugs that can also help patients lose weight has prompted enthusiasm from doctors and a firestorm of demand among patients so strong it's led to shortages.
Can You Lose Fat and Gain Muscle at the Same Time? Yes, Here's How
Want to tone up and build muscle? The secret isn't weight loss -- you need to know about body recomposition.
Eat These 5 Fruits Daily to Activate Brown Fat for Weight Loss
Enjoy nature’s dessert to accelerate fat loss.
Long Articles
These are some of the most-read long-form articles on weight loss.
People Took Some Potassium and Lost Some Weight
In November 2021, we finished our series A Chemical Hunger, where we argue that the obesity epidemic is the result of environmental contaminants, and that one of those contaminants might be lithium…
Why you shouldn't exercise to lose weight, explained with 60+ studies
Physical activity may have less to do with weight loss than we think.
Why You're Gaining Weight
Even with diet and exercise, the pounds may seem impossible to shed.
Publications
We monitor hundreds of publications, blogs, newsletters, and news sources in Weight Loss, including:
Live Science
Science news covering top stories of the day in health, environment, animals, technology and space. Part of @FuturePLC
LifeHack
LifeHack helps busy people get the most out of their lives in the shortest amount of time, through actionable, step-by-step systems that multiply results.
MIT Technology Review
Our in-depth reporting on innovation reveals and explains what’s really happening now to help you know what’s coming next. http://technologyreview.com/newsletters
Good Housekeeping
Decor inspo, organizing tips, recipe ideas, & advice to help you feel your best! Follow us on Instagram: @goodhousekeeping
GQ Magazine
Big fits start here. @GQStyle @GQSports @GQRecommends
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