Timescommunity.com has the answers to some useful nutrition relations questions such as:

• Do fats, carbohydrates, protein and alcohol all have the same number of calories per gram?
• Is regular whole milk really only about 3 percent fat?
• Which has more calories: unhealthy saturated fat or "heart-healthy" monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats?
• What is the most common nutrient deficiency in America?
• Which is the best oil?
• If you see the term "No Added Sugars," does that mean the food is a low-calorie or reduced-calorie food?

According to a study in the International Journal of Obesity boosting levels of the hormose oxyntomodulin limits appetite and raises activity levels at the same time - leading to speedy but healthy weight loss.

A study by The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery found that 22% of men and 15% of women who had plastic surgery in 2004 did so for business purposes.

A study by Washington University School of Medicine has found that for obese adults in their 60s and 70s, moderate weight loss achieved through diet and exercise goes a long way in improving physical function and combating frailty

In order to get in shape and maintain it, you should work out at least three to five days per week, alternating between or combining strength and cardiovascular training for about an hour each session. In order to lose ‘fat’ — say, one pound per week — you must decrease your daily caloric intake by approximately 500 calories.

Sex In The City star Kristin Davis has told of her fear of plastic surgery "If I could do it and look just like myself, I would do it. But I don't think it works that way. You can't go back. That's what scares me. I don't want to look better, but different."

The Mediterranean diet, high in monounsaturated fat and low in meat and dairy products, appears to reduce the risk for Alzheimer's disease, according to a study of a New York City population.

A report in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has found that eating four cholesterol-lowering foods each day can cut cholesterol levels as effectively as taking a first-generation statin drug.

Bottled water that is said to help induce weight loss by making those who drink it feel full, will go on sale in Portugal later this month in what its manufacturer said will be a world first.

According to a study by University Of Minnesota teenagers who go on diets or take unhealthy measures to lose weight may end up gaining pounds in the long run. The findings, according to the study authors, suggest that dieting and other forms of weight control are either spurring weight gain and eating disorders, or serving as an early warning of problems ahead.

If you like to be abused whilst getting dieting advice then why not try the charmingly named Fat People Are Stupid blog where Rocco Castellano the co-founder of askROCCO Media gives his straight talking diet and fitness tips.

Here are 3 dieting lessons that can be learned from TV's The BIggest Loser:

1. Put Weight Loss First.
2. E is for Exercise - and Enjoy!
3. Identify the Triggers.

The average woman wants to lose 19lb and cites shapely Kelly Brook as their "ideal", according to a Grazia magazine survey.

Here are 4 tips of losing weight courtesy of Bodybuildingforyou.com:

- train with weights
- drink more water
- eat 6 meals a day
- eat more protein

According to research by the Pew Research Center ninety percent of Americans know that most of their compatriots are overweight, but just 40 percent believe themselves to be too fat.

According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery 7.5 million minimally invasive procedures (such as non-surgical face-lifts) were performed in the US last year. Increasingly patients are opting for less drastic services like "Fraxel" laser treatment where laser moves over the skin to stimulate collagen production which produces smoother younger looking skin.

According to a new study by the University of Maryland's Center for Food, Nutrition and Agriculture Policy teenage girls and young women in the U.S. are not getting enought calcium in their diets to build string healthy bones.

According to nutrition expert Patrick Holford feeding your kids the right vitamins, minerals and essential fats can boost their IQ and improve their behaviour.

LATimes.com reports that increasing numbers of men are having plastic surgery at the same time as the women in their lives. Many see it as the newest way to bond with their wives, with some likening it to just another activity they do together, such as renovating a house.Others are trying to keep up with their partners

Here are a couple of nutritional tips for losing weight from thenoblesvilleledger.com:

- Consume 35 grams of fiber daily
- Drink at least 8 glasses of water daily
- Exercise for 30 minutes daily
- Avoid eating out

According to a new study by Newcastle University's Human Nutrition Research Centre moving in with the boyfriend is bad for a woman's waistline. During a "honeymoon period" both partners try to please and impress each other and so conform their diets. So women eat creamier, heavier dishes such as curry or rich pasta sauces, while the men reduce fat and sugar and consume lighter meals such as salads.

If you are experiencing hair loss, the first thing you should consider looking into is your nutritional habits. You should drink between eight to 10 glasses of water per day to keep your hair silky and shiny. Protein will give your hair shafts more strength and will reduce damage through snapping and splitting. Zinc builds hair protein to help reduce hair loss and soy protein can be helpful in stimulating hair growth.

Tom Jones has been told by his plastic surgeon that if he has any more plastic surgery on his face there could be a risk of his eyes popping out.

According to a report by City University food companies such as McDonalds and Burger King have not taken significant action to improve diets despite their claims. The companies had agreed to improve levels of fat, sugar and salt in their products according to a World Health Organisation strategy but failed to score well according to the report.

According to research by the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey one third of American children and teens are already or are about to become overweight and two thirds of adults are overweight or obese.

PlasticSurgery.com is a one stop site for the most updated and current information about plastic surgery and plastic surgeons across the USA. Just select you state, town/city and the procedure you want and they will tell you the surgeries in your area.

Studies published in Nutrition Reviews show that a low fat vegan diet may promote weight loss of around a pound a week without counting calories or changing exercise routines.

This week researchers at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden announced that the eating disorders anorexia and bulimia may be biological diseases rather than psychological problems.

The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) is warning against seeking cosmetic treatments such as Botox from non-physicians. This follows several deaths caused by the injections of a fake botox. Things to look out for include:

- Do make sure a board-certified physician is on site and immediately available.
- Do check the credentials of the person who will perform the procedure.
- Don't ever go to someone's home or a hotel room to have a cosmetic procedure performed.
- Don't rely on price as the determining factor.
- Don't be afraid to ask questions.
- Don't be afraid to walk away.

A study by the Nutrition Journal has found that 83% of women at college in American are dieting. Among the dieting behaviors that were asked about were consciously eating less than you want, using artificial sweeteners, skipping breakfast, and smoking for weight control.