The popular weight loss app Noom brands itself as different from diets, but sets a low calorie goal. For many users, the suggested calorie goal is too low and can cause side effects, a dietitian says.

Some former Noom users said the app's advertising led them to believe it could help resolve a fraught history with food, but it triggered unhealthy behaviors instead.bymuratdeniz/Getty, Tyler ...

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. Losing weight is often easier said than done. With ...

Noom isn’t supposed to be a diet. The app is a weight-loss program, yes, but it’s different: “designed by psychologists & scientifically proven to create real, sustainable results,” its marketing copy ...

The Noom diet is a modern approach to dieting that uses a phone app to connect you to a supportive network. Rather than a quick fix, the app tries to change users' behavior over the long term. The ...