Why Noom is Hard to Define
There’s a lot of talk about diets these days, and a lot of questions about whether Noom is one. We wanted to talk a little bit about how we think about this, and how Noom fits into the conversation. Starting with the basics – what we mean when we talk about...
Press Release: Noom Releases Inaugural ‘State of Healthy Behaviors’ Report
Noom Releases Inaugural ‘State of Healthy Behaviors’ Report Revealing a Drastic Well-Being Gap Between Individuals’ Health Goals and Their Behaviors Findings reveal that 97% of Americans are currently trying to make changes to better their own lives or plan to in the...
Calorie Goals at Noom: Always a Work in Progress
At Noom, our mission is to help people live healthier lives through behavior change. This is always our number one goal – and means doing so in a way that is proven by science and safe for each and every one of our Noomers. We have recently heard some criticism...
Press Release: Announcing Noom Mood
Press Release: Noom Announces Noom Mood – A New Program Aimed at Reducing Stress and Improving Mental Wellness Leading digital health platform applies its expertise in behavior change to expand its offerings for mind and body health NEW YORK – October 14, 2021 – Noom,...
Celebrating 13 years of Noom
Happy 13th Birthday, Noom! It’s hard to believe that 13 years have passed since my co-founder, Artem Petakov, and I were huddled in a studio apartment, hatching the plans for the company that would come to be known as Noom. Back in 2008, we were united by an...
Behavior Change for Diabetes Prevention and Support
According to the CDC, more than 34 million Americans have diabetes, with type 2 diabetes accounting for more than 90% of all diagnosed cases. Another one in three American adults has prediabetes, and more than 80% are not aware of their risk. People with prediabetes...
Press Release: Digital Health Platform Noom to Publish Two Books with Simon Element, New Lifestyle Imprint
NEW YORK – July 7, 2021 – Noom, a leading digital health platform focused on behavior change, and Simon Element, a new lifestyle imprint at Atria Books/Simon & Schuster, today announced a publishing agreement for two books. The agreement includes a foundational...
Press Release: Noom Announces Senior Leadership Appointments
Noom Announces Senior Leadership Appointments to Advance Growth Strategy and Expansion of its Digital Health Platform NEW YORK--June 9, 2021--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Noom, the leading digital health platform focused on behavior change, today announced three senior leadership...
How ordering takeout can support your health goals, according to psychology
One of the things that makes Noom a sustainable weight loss program is that it’s realistic. And though preparing your own nutritious meals is up there with some of our other favorite activities, it is—realistically—not always an option. That’s why we believe that...
I cook more often thanks to these 10 time-saving kitchen hacks
By Ben Abramowitz, Noom Content Writer When it comes to cooking, sometimes 15 minutes can feel like so much longer than 15 minutes. In my head, I’ll know that I can prepare myself a nice, nutritious meal in roughly that amount of time, but it’s little things like...
12 Trader Joe’s food that make putting a healthy meal together a breeze
By Christina Stiehl, Noom Content Writer I hate cooking. Okay, as the Plain White T’s say: Hate is a strong word, so let’s just say I really really really don’t like cooking. I’m not that great at it, I tend to eat the same foods over and over again, and if a recipe...
10 Less dense snack ideas that will help you reach your health goals (part 2)
Last week, we shared some pretty awesome less dense snack ideas. This week, we’re back with 10 more ideas that’ll be sure to satisfy your cravings. 1. Chocolate chip stuffed raspberries View this post on Instagram A post shared by Noom (@noom) Is it just us or were...
What are the best weight loss programs out there?
The market is full of trendy weight loss programs, but they each approach weight loss differentlyFeatures to look for: food tracking, 1:1 coaching, and built-in support for making long-term behavioral changesUltimately, the best weight loss program is one that leads...
Here’s how many calories McDonald’s hash browns have (plus nutrition facts)
How many calories are in McDonald's hash browns? A 2 oz serving of McDonald's hash browns has 160 calories. How many carbs are in a 2oz serving of McDonald's hash browns? A 2oz serving of McDonald's hash browns contains 16 grams of total carbs. Additional McDonald's...
Here’s how many calories a McDonald’s medium fries has (plus nutrition facts)
How many calories are in a McDonald's medium fries? A McDonald's medium fries has 337 calories. How many carbs are in a McDonald's medium fries? A McDonald's medium fries contains 42 grams of total carbs. Additional McDonald's medium fries nutrition facts A McDonald's...
Here’s how many calories a McDonald’s cheeseburger has (plus nutrition facts)
How many calories are in a McDonald's cheeseburger? A McDonald's cheeseburger has 290 calories. How many carbs are in a McDonald's cheeseburger? A McDonald's cheeseburger contains 32 grams of total carbs. Additional McDonald's cheeseburger nutrition facts A McDonald's...
Here’s how many calories a McDonald’s McChicken has (plus nutrition facts)
How many calories are in a McDonald's McChicken? A McDonald's McChicken has 400 calories. How many carbs are in a McDonald's McChicken? A McDonald's McChicken contains 39 grams of total carbs. Additional McDonald's McChicken nutrition facts A McDonald's McChicken has:...
How I learned (and am still learning) to overcome all-or-nothing thinking
In my three decades of being alive, I’ve learned a lot about myself: I do better when I have structure and a set schedule, it takes me about two hours to get fully ready (I have an intense skincare routine!), and I’m definitely someone who “sweats the small stuff.”...
10 less-dense snack ideas that will help you reach your health goals (part 1)
Love snacking? Us, too. But snacking often gets a bad rap—lots of people claim that it isn’t “good” for you because it adds excess calories to your daily intake. Well, we disagree. There is a way to snack and still stick to your health goals. For example, snacking can...
A love letter to potatoes
By Dani Kam, Noom Content Writer Dear Potatoes, I’ve heard some of the things that people have said about you: you’re not “nutritious” enough, you’re an empty calorie, you’re not as “healthy” as sweet potatoes. First, I’m sorry that you’ve been the target...
The scientific feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of Noom Mood
Mental well-being and Noom Mood Mental wellness or well-being is when “an individual realizes his or her own abilities and can cope with the normal stresses of life”. Unfortunately, millions of individuals around the world struggle with their mental wellness. In the...
Here’s why you’re not losing weight (and what to do instead)
Why is it so hard to lose weight? | Common reasons for not losing weight | Practical tips if you’re struggling to lose weight | Start losing weight with Noom Have you been eating healthier, loading up on veggies, tracking your calories, working out, and still not...
How to lose 10 pounds in (about) a month—safely and sustainably
It’s possible to lose 10 pounds in a month, but it’s not recommended. Five weeks is more realistic at a safe rate of losing 1–2 pounds per week.Tracking your food intake, overcoming emotional eating, and choosing more low-caloric density foods can help you reach your...
What are the best weight loss tracker apps?
Logging your food is a tried-and-true way to lose weight, and there are lots of weight loss apps available to help you do it.A weight loss tracker app should hold you accountable to your weight loss goals and support positive, long-term changes.Noom helps you make...
MyFitnessPal vs. Lose It! vs. Noom: Which one is right for you?
Noom helps users lose weight through color-coded food tracking and psychology-based lessons.MyFitnessPal helps users lose weight by encouraging them to exercise and also track their caloric intake.Lose It! helps users lose weight with calorie budgeting, food tracking,...
Does Noom work with a gluten-free diet?
Yes, Noom works with a gluten-free diet to make weight loss achievable while managing health issues related to gluten consumption.The Noom Weight food logger helps you find gluten-free food options that are high in nutrients and identify foods with gluten that you...
Nutrisystem vs. Jenny Craig vs. Noom: Which one is right for you?
Meal-delivery programs have been around for decades because they’re a convenient way to lose weight.Nutrisystem can help you lose weight with their selection of prepackaged and pre-portioned meals, which have a low glycemic index. The Jenny Craig program can help...
MyFitnessPal vs. Weight Watchers vs. Noom: Which one is right for you?
Noom helps you lose weight—while still enjoying the foods you love—through psychology-based lessons, a three-color system, and daily food logging.MyFitnessPal promotes weight loss through a combination of exercise and calorie tracking with an emphasis on...
Is sparkling water healthy for you?
You know it’s important to drink water and stay hydrated. Maybe you’ve bought one of those inspirational gallon water jugs that cheers you on as you sip, or maybe you've invested in a smaller portable water bottle that you take with you everywhere. But plain water can...