Protein Portions: Feeling Satisfied on Fewer Calories

TUESDAY, Dec. 18, 2018 -- Eating protein every day is important for good health. While it can come from animal and/or plant sources, the amount of protein we need is rather small -- just 5 to 7 "ounce equivalents," according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

An ounce equivalent can be one ounce of meat, poultry or seafood; one large egg; a quarter-cup of cooked legumes like beans or lentils; a half ounce of nuts or seeds; or one tablespoon of nut butter.

'Easy Way Out'? Stigma May Keep Many From Weight Loss Surgery

WEDNESDAY, Dec. 12, 2018 -- For many obese people, weight loss surgery can be a new lease on life, but too few who qualify for the procedure opt for it.

One big reason: The widespread notion that surgery is an "easy way out," signifying a weakness of willpower to slim down using diet and exercise.

Is the Ketogenic Diet a Good Weight-Loss Option?

VIRTUA -- A ketogenic diet is a reduced-carbohydrate, increased-fat eating plan. Rather than using carbs for fuel, your body starts burning fat for energy. Learn about the pros and cons.

You Naturally Burn More Calories at Certain Time of Day: Study

THURSDAY, Nov. 8, 2018 --When it comes to weight gain, what you eat clearly matters.

But a small, preliminary study now suggests that when you eat also matters, with people burning off more calories at the end of the day than they do at the beginning.

An Action Plan When You Regain That Lost Weight

MONDAY, Oct. 29, 2018 -- It's the most frustrating part of dieting: Regaining the weight you worked so hard to lose.

It helps to understand why this happens so you won't blame yourself as you get back on track.

3 Tips for a Healthy, Happy Holiday

VIRTUA -- If you’ve given into a holiday food binge in the past, this year can be different. Try some healthy tactics to combat the traditional calorie overload.