Pop quiz: Do you know what your BMI is? Learn how to calculate it and how to use it to assess if you are actually considered overweight or not.

If you're still on the fence about giving up -- or cutting back on -- your favorite foods in order to go low-carb, maybe my fellow About Guide Laura can ... Read More

In this installment of "Just the FAQs!", a reader asks, "I need to lose 50 pounds; how much will I need to exercise to meet my goal?". Find out ... Read More

Considering the South Beach Diet? These are 30 things you need to know before you get started.

You know how your mother used to say that is the most important meal of the day? Well, guess what? She was right! Mom knows best. In fact, ... Read More

Learn how to size up servings and avoid overeating with the Top 10 Ways to Control Portions.

In this installment of South Beach Diet Q&A, a new mom wonders if the SBD is right for her.

Did you know some obesity-treatment expenses could be deducted from your taxes? Only certain expenses are acceptable and you need to qualify, but it's worth it ... every little ... Read More

Nina Nazor, About's diabetes Guide, is offering a great new tool at her site: Check out her Gallery of Food Exchanges for Carb Counting. You'll see types of ... Read More

Recent research findings are causing quite a controversy. The news? Researchers say a virus may cause obesity. The response from the Internet community? Articles with titles ... Read More

It's not as difficult as you think to  calculate your calorie intake.  Once you do, you can  learn how to lose weight  by simply counting calories.

Going out tonight? Check out these tips for eating out while following any Phase of The South Beach Diet. These ideas will also help you eat healthier at restaurants ... Read More

Did somebody just say "cookie diet"? I couldn't believe the name of this plan, when I read it, but that's right, About's thyroid Guide will tell you all about ... Read More

Rewarding yourself is a great trick to stay motivated, but you've got to do it the right way. Check out these suggestions for calorie-free rewards from community members and ... Read More

What's better than Chinese takeout over the weekend? It's fast, convenient ... and if you can get somebody else to do the run, you don't even have to get ... Read More

Are you searching for a guilt-free gift to bestow upon your beloved? If your significant other is watching their weight... that box of chocolates probably isn't going to be a ... Read More

Wondering what foods you'll have to say sayonara to in order to follow The South Beach Diet? Find out more about Phase 1 Forbidden Foods in South Beach Diet ... Read More

Learn when you can and can't drink alcoholic beverages on The South Beach Diet and which drinks are acceptable when permitted with the latest addition to The South Beach Diet A ... Read More

One month down! Has 2006 been a bummer or a big success? Tell us how you're doing with your new year's resolutions in today's poll!