There’s a dark side to losing weight that no one talks about
This video was first published on Jan. 3, 2017.One of the most popular New Year's resolution is to lose weight. Thousands will craft diets and hit the gym this January to drop some pounds, but what are...
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Why our pets are so fat — and what we can do to save them
Obesity in pets is at epidemic proportions.Obesity in animals can cause complications in almost every system in the body.Managing obesity in pets will require veterinarians, physicians and...
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For adults, the CDC recommends at least 2 hours and 30 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity and two, or more, days of muscle training per week. However, not everyone meets those standards....
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Trump's doctor said 'there’s not a lot of point' in doing a basic assessment...
White House doctor Ronny Jackson said he did not perform a key measurement of Trump's physical fitness, despite his borderline-obese weight of 239 pounds.Physicians are increasingly turning to waist...
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Trump's reported weight has ignited a 'girther' conspiracy alleging that the...
The "girther movement" has erupted on Twitter, and is claiming President Donald Trump's doctor did not give Trump's true weight.The movement has spawned comparisons between Trump and various athletes...
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Eating at a certain time of day could be messing with your diet goals
Recent research suggests that when you eat might be just as important as what you eat.Late night meals appear to interfere with weight loss and may contribute to indigestion.One reason? Levels of a...
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There's a biological reason why we eat more when we're stressed — and it has...
Many of us are familiar with "stress eating."Our brains are wired to seek out foods that will indulge our reward systems.Unfortunately, this means sugary, fatty foods which are bad for our health in a...
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We compared the calories in popular foods and alcoholic drinks — and it...
Alcoholic drinks can be a significant source of carbohydrates and sugar.A pint of cider has roughly the same number of calories and grams of carbs as a slice of cheese pizza.Several studies have...
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Your partner could help you lose weight — or be your worst enemy, according...
A new study funded by Weight Watchers suggests that your significant other can be your strongest ally — or your worst enemy — when it comes to achieving your weight loss goals. The research builds on...
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A 704-pound woman discovered maggots in the folds of her skin — here's how...
Lisa Fleming, who appeared on TLC's "My 600-Lb. Life," found maggots growing in the folds of her skin.Fleming said finding maggots on her body was the moment she realized that she needed help. The...
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BMI is a bogus way to tell if you're a healthy weight — here's what you...
Body mass index is a poor way to measure your overall health.Measuring the circumference of your waist appears to be a better indicator, especially for women.This metric also has strong links to your...
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All the ways you're sabotaging your health by overdoing it on sugar
Sugar lurks in dozens of unsuspecting foods, from yogurt and salad dressings to granola bars and sauces.Another big source of sugar in our diets is high-carbohydrate food like bagels and rice, which...
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The best ways to lose weight and keep it off, according to science
Sustained weight loss can be a struggle, but there are practical tips that can help.Successful strategies include cutting back on foods and drinks that have been strongly tied to weight gain and...
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Millennials are struggling to maintain a healthy weight — here's why
Americans' are heavier than ever — with nearly 40% of adults and 20% of teenagers falling into the categories overweight and obese.Lifestyle factors such as eating more and exercising less may not be...
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Only 10% of obese people know they are overweight — here's how to tell if you...
The majority of obese people in the UK do not realise they have a weight problem.That is according to new research from Cancer Research UK and UCL.The best way to tell if you're a healthy weight is...
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3 research-based things a doctor says you should do if you want to lose weight
The modern culture of fat-shaming is counterproductive in the fight against obesity.Instead, there needs to be a positive movement in society toward leading healthier, more balanced lives. The three...
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Trader Joe's former president launched an even cheaper grocery store and has...
Trader Joe's former president Doug Rauch helped create the store's cult-like following during his 31-year career with the company.After leaving Trader Joe's in 2008, Rauch turned his attention to...
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Coke has promised 'less sugar' in its drinks, but less is still too much
Coca-Cola is making some big changes to its ingredient list after 28 countries and seven large cities are moving to tax sugary drinks.Coca-Cola has been releasing products with less sugar since 2015,...
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Truck drivers fear for their safety on the road — but the vast majority of...
Trucking isn't just dangerous because you're out on the open road, controlling an 80,000-pound vehicle. It's also hazardous because of long-term health effects that arise from sitting all day and poor...
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There's an easy way to tell if you're actually overweight — without a scale —...
Measuring belly fat is emerging as a superior way to assess overall health.Waist measurements of more than 34.5 inches for women and more than 40 inches for men have been linked with an increased risk...
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