Archive for August, 2007

South Beach Diet not better for gastric bypass patients

Monday, August 6th, 2007

Gastric bypass patients receiving a diet based on the South Beach Diet did not lose any more weight than those receiving a low fat diet. No statistical differences were found between the groups and both groups lost a significant amount of weight. Abstract

CLA helpful for overweight, but not obese.

Thursday, August 2nd, 2007

There have been quite a few studies on CLA supplementation over the last few years with mixed results. Overall, CLA appears to be helpful for weight loss. CLA, like other polyunsaturated fats, seems to improve insulin sensitivity. This study showed CLA to be helpful for those with BMI scores of less ...