Weight loss is hardly a laughing matter here in the Obese Nation, where two-thirds of adults are overweight or worse. But the newest aha! breakthrough in the battle of the bulge just might prompt a snicker - and maybe make you healthier.

One can lose weight by laughing. No joke! Instead of yo-yo dieting, try ho-ho dieting. Scientists have found that a good laugh is a calorie burner not to be ignored.

It is possible to eat more food and lose weight this Christmas. You don't have to feel guilty about eating during the Christmas season. Believe it or not you can even have some alcohol and still lose weight on the Christmas diet.