Glutamine is an amino acid that is present in the body as well as most of our food. Glutamine becomes glutamate and that is the same as MSG.

Apr 26, 2011 - Sue Visser

Learn about health risks and potential danger of MSG in processed food, how to find hidden sources of MSG & whether claims that MSG is toxic are overstated.

Sep 28, 2010 - Jeffrey Poehlmann

While many question the safety of MSG and accuse it of making us fat and causing allergic reactions (and more!), MSG is actually a natural product.

Oct 24, 2011 - Monika Baughman

MSG is in everything from ice cream to soup and part of more than just the Chinese eating experience. It is a useful additive but according to some can cause side effects

Jan 27, 2010 - Brenda Gargus

Losing weight is more than counting calories. It also involves reducing contact with chemicals called obesogens that can affect hormones and weight loss.

Mar 30, 2010 - Venice Kichura

Your lack of weight loss may not be your fault. A yeast cleanse may be what you need.

Jan 18, 2008 - Belinda Mooney

Flavored coffee drinks. Soda all day long. A cocktail at night. This describes what the average American drinks all day - beverages full of unncessary calories.

May 4, 2009 - Susan Beam

Scientists are having a hard time explaining why over 50 percent of our population is overweight. Could the chemicals we use daily be the culprits?

Mar 17, 2012 - Carrie Iorizzo

Recently, cortisol has been linked to obesity. Some experts claim its impact can be blocked, melting off the pounds. Others, however are more skeptical.

Jan 10, 2011 - Harriet Tramer

A U.S. study has found that people with alcoholics in the family may avoid booze themselves, but some are turning to calories as a substitute.

Jan 2, 2011 - Marcus Hondro

The motivation to lose weight depends on your friends. Research shows you're more likely to gain weight - so yes, your friends can make you fat!

Jul 27, 2007 - Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen

Will carbohydrates make you fat? Here is information about why you need to eat carbohydrates, and how much carbohydrate you need in your daily diet.

Sep 29, 2008 - Donna Watmough

Chemicals are being added to food in alarming numbers. Learn how to identify dangerous and insufficiently tested substances to be kept out of the diet.

May 24, 2010 - Kathryn Picoulin

There is debate and controversy over whether or not monosodium glutamate (MSG) is safe to eat. Some people report serious allergic symptoms when they ingest it.

Mar 14, 2009 - Stella Walsh

Most people think they avoid MSG if it is not displayed on a food label. But the food processors on all levels have put together several disguises for MSG labeling.

May 10, 2009 - Paul Louis

This article outlines the main difference and importance of the various types of fat.

Mar 17, 2008 - Melanie Lamprecht

Diets do not generally work in the long term and can even be dangerous. Proteins, Fats and Carbohydrates should be correctly chosen for optimum health and ideal weight.

Aug 18, 2008 - Fleur Hupston

There are eating habits that can make you fat. Eating habits can be defined as what you eat, how you eat, and when you eat.

May 11, 2011 - Lizzie Elzingre

People usually drink coffee for the jolting perk the caffeine buzz coffee is famous for, but did you know that coffee can actually rob you of energy and make you fat?

May 28, 2008 - Johneen Manning

What is good fat and what is bad fat? Learn which foods contain each, what to include in your diet, and what to cut back.

Mar 6, 2011 - Katherine Hoard