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The "Fun Theory" Makes Exercise Easy

I was combing through the news this week looking for something to write about and a headline jumped out at me: "Excess Body Fat Alone Causes Over ... Read More »

Oscar Party Treats, Kids' Fitness and More: Twitter Finds

WomensHealthMag Planning an Oscars-viewing party? Here's your must-have Hollywood-inspired munchies: http://bit.ly/bFaDxW Healthy_Mind Love Life ... Read More »

Kirstie Alley Stars in New Reality Series "Big Life"

Remember when actress Kirstie Alley was all over the TV as the spokeswoman for the Jenny Craig diet? We do, and can't believe it's been four years ... Read More »

Heart Attack-Themed Restaurant Gets Sued...By Another Restaurant

For as long as I can remember, February has always signified two heart celebrations: Valentine's Day and American Heart Month. But now, as two ... Read More »

Fat Discrimination at the Doctor's Office?

Fat discrimination comes in many forms, but there is one place where it is not only hurtful, but potentially dangerous: The doctor's office. Health ... Read More »

Parents Don't Think Their Overweight Kids Are Fat

It's hard to fight childhood obesity when parents of overweight children don't even recognize there is a problem. In a recent study, researchers ... Read More »

British Dieters Earn Nearly $3,000 to Lose Weight

Money is a known motivator, and it's no different when it comes to weight loss. But how much would it take to finally make you slim down? Would a ... Read More »

Dating Site Kicks Off 5,000 "Fatties"

A dating site that calls itself "the largest network of attractive people in the world" has reportedly terminated 5,000 members for packing on the ... Read More »

Weight Loss Surgery: Not Just For the Obese?

Weight loss surgery is often a last resort, but it may become more of a first step, according to the LA Times. Rates of bariatric surgery have ... Read More »

French Fight Obesity -- With Cooking Classes

When it comes to obesity, telling people to eat healthier is one thing -- teaching them how to do it, however, is a completely different matter, and ... Read More »