'Love your body' to lose weight

Sunday, July 17, 2011 - 20:30 in Health & Medicine

Almost a quarter of men and women in England and over a third of adults in America are obese. Obesity increases the risk of diabetes and heart disease and can significantly shorten a person's life expectancy. New research shows that improving body image can enhance the effectiveness of weight loss programs based on diet and exercise.

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