How long it takes to lose weight can vary based on a number of factors, such as age, medications you take, your activity level, and more. Learn how to do it right.

When it comes to weight loss, there are many misconceptions about what works. So if you want to lose weight this year, here's what the science says about the potential health benefits, GLP-1 drugs, exercise and more.

CMS has launched the BALANCE Model, a five-year test to lower costs & expand Medicare access to GLP-1 weight-loss drugs while tackling coverage & adherence challenges.

How to Lose Weight Without Counting Calories This article was reviewed by Lynn Marie Morski, MD, JD. Key Takeaways: You can lose weight without counting calories

Adults with overweight or obesity who stopped using weight-loss drugs regained an average of 0.9 lb (95% CI 0.7-1.1) each month and returned to their baseline weight within 1.7 years compared with controls in an analysis of randomized trial data, reported Sam West, PhD, of the University of Oxford in England, and colleagues.

At my peak, I weighed around 330 pounds. I felt tired, sluggish, and honestly, disappointed with myself. I used lots of self-deprecating humor, because I knew I wasn’t living anywhere close to my potential.

Break free of weight cycling: With rounds of dieting can come the fluctuations of the number on the scale, and crash diets can often lead to regaining any weight you did lose. By making running and exercise a part of your routine, you can step out of that weight loss/gain cycle and make your progress sustainable over time.

Thousands of genes that have an influence on weight, say experts - which means weight loss isn't a level playing field