Does this sound familiar? You run out to the store for a few things, and you’re suddenly gripped in a battle for your soul – and your weight! If you’re struggling with being overweight or obesity, you know how hard it can be to control those cravings, despite the best efforts. But when do these [...]

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If you value your health, you work out on a regular schedule, and pride yourself on following a healthy diet. But besides the valuable benefits for your body, you may actually be gaining advantages in the workplace, as well. New research suggests that keeping your weight in control may mean the difference between finding, or [...]

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As 2009 comes to a close, and the new decade beckons, it’s only natural that we stop and take stock of our lives. As usual, the nation’s health care is a common theme, as New Year’s resolutions are planned, followed, and often broken.  One big problem that is sure to play a huge role in [...]

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Lap Band Surgery May Be Most Effective For Morbidly Obese Teenagers
Being overweight or obese is difficult enough for adults, but for children and adolescents, it can be especially harmful, both for now and in years to come. However, new research offers hope that one type of surgery, laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (Lap band), may greatly [...]

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Are You Obese? The Answer May Surprise You!
There’s no denying that weight concerns and obesity are big issues for millions of Americans today. But even as these men and women do their best to eat healthy and work out, the pounds stay on, and the frustration grows. But what if you don’t even know that [...]

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Does A Connection Between Multiple Sclerosis & Obesity Exist?
Here’s another reason why maintaining a healthy weight is so important. Recent studies illustrate that for adolescent women, carrying excess pounds may increase the risk of developing multiple sclerosis. As such, healthcare professionals are encouraging young women to follow diets low in fat and calories, while engaging [...]

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Research Shows that Obesity on the Rise in the South
Does it ever seem as though the nation’s overall level of health care is heading “South”? Well, it’s not all in your imagination, as studies indicate that the Southern region of our country is a hotbed of obesity. And unfortunately, it’s not just a few isolated [...]

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The Bottom Line(men)? Obesity Levels for Football Players Growing
No matter the state of your own weight, you probably look at football players as the pinnacle of good health. After all, these gridiron heroes ARE athletes, so they must be in excellent shape, right? Well, new research suggests that a growing number of college and professional [...]

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High-Fat, Low-Fat, High Carb, Low Carb; What’s the Best for Weight Loss?
You want to lose weight, right? So, you painstakingly watch every calorie you consume, and you shop for and plan your meals down to the last detail. But how can you be sure that what you’re eating is good for you waistline? What if [...]

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As the holiday season approaches, losing those extra pounds — or even just maintaining your weight — becomes even more difficult. After all, you have to deal with office get-togethers, family reunions, late nights out on the town, etc. And as the calories multiply, and the amount of exercise goes down, the pounds can really [...]

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