Sugar-free chewing gum has many benefits over sugar-containing varieties, including lower risk of cavities and reduced calorie content. Chewing large amounts of sugar-free gum can lead to significant weight loss by causing frequent bowel movements.

Inulin, a naturally occurring soluble fiber obtained from the root of the chicory plant, is often incorporated into processed foods to add fiber, bulk and a sweet flavor. Inulin can give you a sensation of satiety, or fullness, without raising your blood-sugar levels or adding many calories.

Graham crackers as known today first began as graham bread in the 1800s, according to a publication from Oberlin College. Sylvester Graham was interested in healthy living and developed a cracker made from whole-wheat flour that was fashioned into squares.

Gastritis is a condition in which the lining of the stomach, or mucosa, is inflamed. The lining of the stomach contains parietal cells, which produce acid, various enzymes and mucus.

It sounds a bit wacky, but attaching magnets to certain spots on the ears might aid in weight loss. The idea behind the science is based on acupuncture and the notion that applying pressure to specific areas of the ear can jump start and stimulate weight loss.

The relationship between weight and menstruation goes two ways. Polycystic ovary syndrome -- PCOS -- is a condition that can cause irregular cycles. Researchers consider weight gain among the possible precursors of the medical problem, according to the WomensHealth.gov website.

Optifast is a clinically supervised program for weight loss. According to the Optifast website, with this plan you use Optifast products for full or partial meal replacements. The Scottsdale Weight Loss Center reports that Optifast is an effective way to lose weight that is easy to follow.

Stress is prevalent in today’s fast-paced world. Common triggers range from relationships and finances to work stress, leaving focus on exercise and weight loss blurred. In addition, chemical responses in the body from stress can bring weight loss to a halting grind.

If you're only a few pounds overweight, losing those pounds isn't going to make a difference in your height. The exercise you put in to do it, though, might. The improved posture gained from regular, functional exercise can make you look noticeably taller.

The frontal lobe section of your brain is known as your “emotional center." It not only controls emotion, it is also where your personality is formed. This area plays a role in memory, controlling movement and judgment, as well as social and sexual behavior.

You're committed to eating a healthy, portion-controlled meal plan and you vow to get to the gym several times a week. You want to see and feel the results of your efforts pronto. When you cut calories, your body begins to burn small amounts of fat.

Chantix is a prescription medication designed to help smokers quit the habit. The pill is nicotine-free, which is a marked difference from some smoking cessation products on the market, and it allows smokers to keep smoking for the first week of their treatment.