Diet Research and Studies Directory
Diet research and studies help nutritionists and doctors determine the health benefits of foods and supplements. This helps us lead healthier lives every day. Clinical trials help by providing access to experimental tests and treatments. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how diet research and studies are conducted and how to participate in clinical trials.
Medical Reference
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Brown Fat Revolution Diet Review
Read about “The Brown Fat Revolution” to find out if this diet is for you.
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Anne Fletcher’s Thin for Life Diet Review
“Thin for Life” looks to those who have maintained significant weight loss for tips and recipes. Find out if this diet may be right for you.
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The Weigh Down Diet Review: Praying to Lose Weight?
“The Weigh Down Diet” says it uses prayer to help with weight loss. Find out more about this diet plan.
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Instinct Diet Plan Review: Stages, Foods, and More
The Instinct Diet claims it teaches you how and what to eat to change your cravings. In this review, find out more.
Features
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Do Men Lose Weight Faster Than Women?
The answer is not as simple as yes or no. Find out why.
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Diet vs. Exercise: The Truth About Weight Loss
Which is more effective at shedding pounds? You may be surprised.
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Vitamins: Separating Fact From Fiction
We all know that vitamins and minerals are essential to good health -- it says so right there on the cereal box.
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Phthalates: What’s All the Fuss?
Members of this chemical family are in food, drinks, and hundreds of things we use every day. Are they bad for us?
Video
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Life After Extreme Weight Loss
Massive weight loss can reverse disease and save lives, but it does come with some costs.
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Food Additives Effects on Kids
Health officials urge families to limit the amount of processed foods.
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The Skinny on What Can Make You Fat
An expert explains high fructose corn syrup and its effects on weight gain.
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What are Food Additives?
Most additives fall into a few basic categories: preservatives, flavor changers, and added vitamins and minerals supply extra nutrients.
Slideshows & Images
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Easy Ways to Control Your Eating
Do you have control of your eating? Find out how a few simple tweaks can make healthy eating a whole lot easier.
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24 Ways to Lose Weight Without Dieting
Surprising weight loss tips can help you slim down without starving or following a complicated diet. Photos show each strategy at a glance.
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Bad Foods that Help You Lose Weight
See which tempting foods can actually help you lose weight and keep it off.
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Food Cravings That Wreck Your Diet
Dreaming of something creamy or crunchy, sweet or salty? Food cravings are a risk to your waistline. Check out our slideshow for better choices.
Quizzes
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Fat Facts Quiz
Test your diet IQ with this quiz about different types of fat and fats.
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Sugars & Sweeteners Quiz: Test Your Sugar Smarts
Test your sugar IQ to see how much you know about the different types of sugar and sweeteners.
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Don't Be Fooled by Food Labels
Do you know how to read a food label? WebMD shows you what words like "natural" and "organic" really mean.
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Test Your Nutrition IQ
Take this quiz to find out how much you know about dietary guidelines.
Expert Commentary
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7 Ways to Get Your Diet off to a Good Start
Beginning a diet to lose weight and improve health is a worthy goal, but it can be a bit overwhelming. There are bound to be challenges whenever you start something new, especially when it involves something you do several times each day -- like eating and drinking.
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Slow Down, You Eat Too Fast
Eat less and enjoy it more with mindful eating
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Diet Myth or Truth: Chewing Gum for Weight Loss
Can chewing gum really help you cut calories and lose weight? WebMD gives you the facts on chewing gum and weight loss.
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50 Ways to Lose Your Love Handles
Weight loss really can be as simple as shaving 100 calories per day.