A new study has outlined how conventional wisdom on the topic is inaccurate

Results suggest diet rather than lack of exercise more likely main factor in weight gain

Our bodies react to prolonged physical activity by burning fewer – not more – calories, according to a surprising new study

Understanding the difference explains why modern lifestyles damage our health

A study on modern hunter-gatherers found they exhibit generally excellent metabolic health on a wide range of diets

Eat like our grandparents ... and cut out bread for optimal weight loss, says Pat Divilly