Weight loss

Olympic champion Matthias Steiner revealed to FITBOOK at the OMR how he lost 50 kilograms after ending his weightlifting career.

You want to shed a few pounds before summer—spring is the perfect time for it. Why? FITBOOK expert Alina Bock explains.

Salmon is a fatty fish—yet it can help with weight loss. A nutrition expert explains why.

A review of 22 studies shows that intermittent fasting offers little advantage for weight loss. What are the long-term effects?

Melissa Joan Hart is experiencing perimenopause and has noticed changes in her body. Here's how she managed to lose weight.

So-called GLP-1 antagonists, such as Ozempic, not only suppress appetite but also affect eating behavior.

Misguided expectations about the weight-loss injection can become dangerous in the long run, explains the study insider, who debunks myths.

From Nausea to Vision Loss–Diabetologist Explains Which Patients Should Be Cautious with GLP-1-Based Medications According to Research

Blood Sugar, Liver Inflammation, Heart Attack: Which Groups Benefit Most from GLP-1 According to Studies

Being overweight apparently depends not only on what you eat but also on how much you drink.

Hollywood star Russell Crowe has lost a significant amount of weight: The actor shed 55 pounds through various methods.

Roughly 24 percent of the German population struggles with severe obesity. Here's how obesity can develop and its potential consequences.

To get rid of belly fat, do you just need to do enough sit-ups? FITBOOK asked an expert.

An expert explains whether targeted fat loss—losing weight in specific areas—is possible, along with tips for effective training.

Tennis star Serena Williams is in top form—thanks in part to weight loss injections, as she recently revealed.

Can You Lose Weight Through Sex? "Bed sport" and especially orgasms are said to burn some calories. An expert explains.

If you're looking to lose weight, you might be convinced that running is the way to go. However, a recent study reveals that the actual training effect is quite different.

Why weight loss injections don't work: new study shows genetic variants significantly impact effectiveness.

Lose Pounds with Fried Foods? FITBOOK Presents Four Vegetarian Air Fryer Recipes for Weight Loss.

American singer Lizzo recently revealed the diet that helped her lose 16 percent body fat.

Ellipticals are very popular, both in the gym and at home. FITBOOK has investigated weight loss using an elliptical.

A glass of lemon water in the morning and you'll lose weight? FITBOOK nutrition expert on the link between lemon water and weight loss.

A study found that specifically calorie-reduced and low-carb diets can exacerbate depressive symptoms. FITBOOK examines the study.

A study examined the effects of keto and Mediterranean diets on weight and cardiovascular risk factors. FITBOOK presents the findings.

Music producer Ralph Siegel swears by the weight-loss injection Wegovy. However, the supposed miracle drug also has side effects.

If you crave sugar, your gut could be to blame. A new study suggests a particular intestinal bacteria causes sugar cravings.

People with a history of obesity often find it difficult to keep the weight off after losing it - for a reason.

As a study shows, the active ingredient amycretin is said to have a faster weight loss effect than semaglutide.

A new study identifies fructose, or fruit sugar, as the root of the obesity epidemic. FITBOOK explains the study's findings.