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In today's economy, not everyone can afford a gym membership. But fitness isn't just for the wealthy. Parks and other public access areas can help ... Read More »

Martha recently told us that British comedy star Ricky Gervais is OK with being called fat. Go ahead, call him a fatty, he says. Maybe it will make ... Read More »

Despite media attention and public service campaigns, obesity in the US has risen over the past year. No states had a decline in obesity and 37 states ... Read More »

I typically like to address my Stress Less installments to everyone, but this one is for parents of preschoolers who are potty training. That's ... Read More »

When it comes to fitness opportunities China is doing something right. I recently read a blog post that discusses the public fitness centers that are ... Read More »

Do you panic about public potty seats? Many people do. I get it. Just imagining how many sets of buns have been planted on the same exact toilet seat ... Read More »

There's nothing glamorous about colorectal cancer, says Ugly Betty's Vanessa Williams. It's the second leading cancer killer in the United States, for ... Read More »

The Food and Nutrition Department here in my area has adopted a Wellness Policy for the county, a policy that extends into the public school system. ... Read More »

A European study has released a report on the positive health effects that have been a result of smoking bans in that region. This should come as no ... Read More »

I was elated to read in my first-grader's school newsletter on Monday that first and third-grade students will have their Body Mass Index (BMI) ... Read More »