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Yahoo
a day ago
- Health
- Yahoo
You Can't Outrun a Bad Diet and This Study Proves It
For years, people have blamed their expanding waistlines on not spending enough time at the gym. But a new study suggests the real problem may be what's on your plate, not how often you hit the treadmill. Scientists analyzed the daily calorie burn, body fat percentage, and BMI of more than 4,000 adults from diverse backgrounds, ranging from hunter-gatherers to office workers. Their conclusion? The amount of energy people expend each day is surprisingly similar, regardless of their lifestyle. So if we're all burning roughly the same amount of calories, why is obesity still climbing? Researchers say the answer is simple, and it's sitting in your pantry. 'We're not gaining weight because we stopped moving. We're gaining because we're overfed,' Florida neurosurgeon and longevity expert Dr. Brett Osborn, who wasn't part of the study but backs its findings, told Fox News Digital. Published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the study revealed that overeating is about 10 times more important than a lack of exercise in fueling the global obesity crisis. And while exercise is critical for heart health, mental well-being, and longevity, experts warn that counting on it to control weight isn't realistic. 'Exercise burns far fewer calories than people want to believe,' Osborn said. Adding to the problem is our growing addiction to ultraprocessed foods—calorie-packed, shelf-stable snacks engineered to override the body's natural signals of fullness. These foods make it dangerously easy to overeat, experts say, and they're driving obesity in places that never struggled with it before. Lindsay Allen, a registered dietitian, pointed out that building muscle and managing stress are also key factors in maintaining a healthy metabolism, but nothing replaces getting your diet in check. 'If you're worried about excess body fat, focus on calories in,' study authors Amanda McGrosky and Amy Luke advised. In other words, it's time to stop blaming the gym and start looking in the Can't Outrun a Bad Diet and This Study Proves It first appeared on Men's Journal on Jul 20, 2025
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
We took on four of the toughest eating challenges across the country – but could we finish them?
THEY have long been associated with gut-busting Americans who think nothing of cramming calorie-packed meals into their supersized stomachs. But competitive eating contests are now going mainstream in the UK, with enterprising starved restaurants serving them up to attract punters. 5 As the cost-of-living crisis continues to bite, dozens of outlets are now offering a variety of food challenges, from finishing the biggest steak to gobbling up a mountain of burgers. The trend, which started with Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest in the States in 1972, is now popular with social media influencers. But how would the average Brit fare taking on the gargantuan meals? Four of our brave writers braced their stomachs to find out. NEWCASTLE 32-inch pizza to be finished in one sitting (They're open for 13 hours) - Difficulty 4/5 What is it? Massive pizza with 20,000 calories. Only two people have ever polished off one of these 32in pizzas – Pizzaholic restaurant owner Ilhan Ozcan and competitive eater Kyle Gibson. 5 It's big enough to feed someone for ten days. Staring at the humongous pizza, which I must eat all in one go, I realise that a single slice is bigger than my head. I am shocked by the sheer weight of cheese and crust. After 25 minutes, I have consumed 60 per cent of the pizza, but I am shaking with nausea and I am defeated, which means I have to pay my full bill, £93.99. Boss Ilhan said: 'It's popular. The rapper 50 Cent was here and we delivered one to Bryan Adams after his show in Newcastle. We used to challenge people to do it in 20 minutes but it was too difficult.' ALEX STOREY PLYMOUTH The Big 60: 60oz steak to be finished in 60mins - Difficulty: 2/5 What is it? 60oz steak equivalent to seven-and-a-half average servings. Barbican Steakhouse's 5,000-calorie steak is £64.95. Around 200 people have tried the Big 60 Challenge in the past decade but just a handful polished it off in under 60 minutes. As the medium rare slab was placed in front of me, I felt confident. But 45 minutes later, I threw in the towel with eight ounces left. Co-owner Tahir Bhatti said: 'Our best time was under 20 minutes. He was an average-looking guy, but the mad thing is his wife told us he'd had a bucket of KFC on the way.' BEN ENDLEY LEEDS The Paralyser: Monster English breakfast in 12mins - Difficulty: 3/5 What is it? Breakfast including four slices of bacon, four sausages, four hash browns and equivalent of a loaf of bread, plus trimmings. A 2,000- calorie feast. 5 Competitors have less than 12 minutes to finish the £18 meal and get their money back at the Greasy Pig. The current best time is 3.27 minutes. I managed four slices of bacon, three hash browns, two half slices of bread, half a sausage, a scoop of beans and a couple of mushrooms. Boss Mitz Bala said: 'It causes a stir on social media, it attracts influencers with huge followings.' SAMANTHA YULE LONDON Eating 13 burgers in 10mins - Difficulty: 5/5 What is it? Ten minutes to eat 13 burgers. I'm a glutton, so was looking forward to taking on Red Dog Saloon's burger-eating challenge. 5 But then I found out I would need to eat 13 6oz whoppers in ten minutes to claim £5,000, and my stomach began to shrivel. Professional scoffer Leah Shutkever ate 12 and it's her record you have to beat. My mood darkened as I was served a mountain of meat, cheese, onion and suffocating brioche bun. Halfway through the fourth, I surrendered. I ate three and a half. Tourists began to film me on their phones through the window of the Soho branch.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
Melania Trump's secret guilty pleasure comes with a serious health warning
Melania Trump 's favorite meal is shockingly high in saturated fat, calories and sodium, experts have warned. A recently resurfaced interview with the first lady revealed her favorite dish from French chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten is parmesan-crusted chicken, which features chicken breast and thigh coated in flour, partially encased in parmesan cheese, and dressed with lemon butter sauce and artichokes. Your browser does not support iframes.
Daily Mail
7 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Report: Chick-fil-A is one of the unhealthiest fast food chains in US
Chick-fil-A is one of the nation's unhealthiest fast food restaurants, despite holding the title of America's favorite fast food chain. The 58-year-old chain known for its meaty menu offerings is, according to WorldAtlas, a company that 'masks calorie-dense fried-chicken fare behind a wholesome image.' WorldAtlas also pointed to the sky-high sugar count in the chain's lemonade and milkshakes. But what could be the most surprising for fans is the number of calories that go into Chick-fil-A's Market, Spicy Southwest, and Cobb salads. The Market starts with 550 calories, Spicy moves up to 680 calories, and the Cobb calorie count rises to a whopping 830. Despite the high-calorie counts of many of its menu items, Chick-fil-A is often perceived as wholesome due to its focus on quality ingredients and Christian values. With over 3,000 restaurants nationwide, Chick-fil-A has shown itself as a force to be reckoned with in the fast food industry. It debuted a new Peach Frosted Lemonade and brought back Peach Milkshakes last month. The chain also launched its limited-time Chick-n-Strips combo, giving fans to order chicken strips paired with one of Chick-fil-A's signature sauces. By the time these items came, Chick-fil-A had dialed back its 'No Antibiotics Ever' pledge while keeping its 2026 cage-free-egg goal intact. Before the company released these summer offerings, it finished 2024 with over $22 billion in revenue, over $1 billion more than the year before, according to QSR . It's also one of three restaurant brands to reach $20 billion in US systemwide sales, the others being Starbucks and McDonald's . Revenue could potentially rise thanks to a string of new restaurants that opened in the US this year, and plans to open eight restaurants across Ontario and Alberta. Chick-fil-A is also looking to build a strong presence in the UK and Puerto Rico and will open its first restaurant in the Asian market in Singapore later this year. While Chick-fil-A may seem concerning to some, its calorie counts are nothing compared to offerings from its competition. Wendy's took the top spot on WorldAtlas' unhealthy chains list with its Triple Baconator meal with large fries and medium Frosty reaching about 2,160 calories. Sonic, the second most unhealthy chain, is currently offering a selection of sweet summer deals , including a 1,720 calorie Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Master Shake. Taco Bell, Dairy Queen, and KFC round up the list's top five with menu items that can be up to 2,500 calories. Quiznos' 1,300 calorie 12-inch Classic Italian sandwich is a reason why the chain was ranked sixth.
Daily Mail
14-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Iconic US fast food joint hiding 'sky high' calories and salt levels behind 'wholesome image'
Chick-fil-A is one of the nation's unhealthiest fast food restaurants, despite holding the title of America's favorite fast food chain. The 58-year-old chain known for its meaty menu offerings is, according to WorldAtlas, a company that 'masks calorie-dense fried-chicken fare behind a wholesome image.' Its original chicken sandwich and medium waffle fries are fan favorite orders at its many locations across the US. However, the two of them together contain 750mg of sodium, which is around one-third of a day's limit, plus 800 calories. WorldAtlas also pointed to the sky-high sugar count in the chain's lemonade and milkshakes. But what could be the most surprising for fans is the number of calories that go into Chick-fil-A's Market, Spicy Southwest, and Cobb salads. The Market starts with 550 calories, Spicy moves up to 680 calories, and the Cobb calorie count rises to a whopping 830. Despite the high-calorie counts of many of its menu items, Chick-fil-A is often perceived as wholesome due to its focus on quality ingredients and Christian values. With over 3,000 restaurants nationwide, Chick-fil-A has shown itself as a force to be reckoned with in the fast food industry. It debuted a new Peach Frosted Lemonade and brought back Peach Milkshakes last month. The chain also launched its limited-time Chick-n-Strips combo, giving fans to order chicken strips paired with one of Chick-fil-A's signature sauces. By the time these items came, Chick-fil-A had dialed back its 'No Antibiotics Ever' pledge while keeping its 2026 cage-free-egg goal intact. Before the company released these summer offerings, it finished 2024 with over $22 billion in revenue, over $1 billion more than the year before, according to QSR. It's also one of three restaurant brands to reach $20 billion in US systemwide sales, the others being Starbucks and McDonald's. Revenue could potentially rise thanks to a string of new restaurants that opened in the US this year, and plans to open eight restaurants across Ontario and Alberta. Chick-fil-A is also looking to build a strong presence in the UK and Puerto Rico and will open its first restaurant in the Asian market in Singapore later this year. Chick-fil-A's Market and Spicy Southwest salads have 550 and 830 calories, respectively While Chick-fil-A may seem concerning to some, its calorie counts are nothing compared to offerings from its competition. Wendy's took the top spot on WorldAtlas' unhealthy chains list with its Triple Baconator meal with large fries and medium Frosty reaching about 2,160 calories. Sonic, the second most unhealthy chain, is currently offering a selection of sweet summer deals, including a 1,720 calorie Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Master Shake. Taco Bell, Dairy Queen, and KFC round up the list's top five with menu items that can be up to 2,500 calories. Quiznos' 1,300 calorie 12-inch Classic Italian sandwich is a reason why the chain was ranked sixth. The Italian sandwich calorie count is the same as what's in a large Big Mac meal with a soda from McDonald's, the financially struggling chain ranked seventh on the list. Smashburger ranked eighth, with select milkshakes and burgers starting at 930 calories. Little Caesar's pizza empire came in ninth, and while its backed by NFL sponsorships, its 2,140 calorie $5 Hot-N-Ready pepperoni pizza packs aren't the healthiest meal options.
