Weight Control and Complementary Health Approaches

Healthy eating and physical activity play key roles in weight control. But people sometimes wonder whether complementary health approaches m

Click here to view in browser. Weight Control and Complementary Health Approaches Healthy eating and physical activity play key roles in weight control. But people sometimes wonder whether complementary health approaches may also help them achieve their weight loss goals. Here's what research shows: There's emerging evidence that some psychological or physical complementary approaches, such as yoga and meditation, particularly mindful eating, may be useful as complements to other parts of a weight-loss program. Herbal products marketed for weight loss have not been shown to be effective, and some are risky. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns that some products marketed as dietary supplements for weight loss contain potentially harmful substances not listed on the label, such as prescription drug ingredients.   Find out more

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