Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Weight
Omega-3 fatty acids are healthy fats found in fish and certain plant oils that reduce inflammation, support metabolism, and may enhance the body composition benefits of weight loss.
Low-Glycaemic Diet
A low-glycaemic diet focuses on foods that cause a slow, steady rise in blood sugar, helping with appetite control, sustained energy, and more effective weight management.
Prebiotics and Weight Management
Non-digestible fibres that feed beneficial gut bacteria — may support weight management by improving metabolism and appetite regulation through the gut-brain axis.
Resistant Starch
Resistant starch is a carbohydrate that resists digestion, feeding beneficial gut bacteria to improve blood sugar control, appetite regulation, and metabolic health.
Medium-Chain Triglycerides
Medium-chain triglycerides are fats that bypass normal digestion, providing quick energy and modestly boosting metabolism and satiety for weight management support.
Plant-Based Diets for Weight Management
Eating patterns centred on plant foods that support weight loss through lower calorie density and higher satiety.
Food Labels and Weight Management
The skill of reading nutrition labels to make informed food choices that support weight loss goals.
Protein Leverage Hypothesis
The protein leverage hypothesis suggests the body overeats calories from fats and carbs to meet a fixed daily protein target, which may contribute to weight gain.
DASH Diet
The DASH Diet focuses on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy to reduce blood pressure and support healthy weight management.
Artificial Sweeteners
Artificial sweeteners provide sweetness without calories, and may help reduce sugar intake — but their long-term effects on weight and metabolism are complex.