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Health - July 10, 2009
Worries lead to extra pounds and tip the scales toward more health risks, researcher says
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Lighter Meals May Bring Longer Life
Health - July 9, 2009
Monkey study is best evidence yet that fewer daily calories boost lifespan
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Fat-Cell Protein May Reduce Diabetes Risk
Health - July 7, 2009
Higher levels of adiponectin linked in studies to lower incidence of type 2 diabetes
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Kids With Type 1 Diabetes Often Overweight
Health - July 2, 2009
Study explores weight problems faced by youngsters with the disease
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Smart Snacking to Combat Obesity
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Deborah Kotz
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On Women - July 2, 2009
Curbing the treats can really help. Here are 5 ways to sidestep the biggest pitfalls.
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5 Lessons From the Nation's Obesity Report Card
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Katherine Hobson
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On Fitness - July 1, 2009
We're still getting fatter, though at a slower rate.
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Obesity Rates Continue to Climb in U.S.
Health - July 1, 2009
Eight of 10 states with highest number of obese adults are in the South, report says
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Obese Get Higher Doses of Radiation for X-Rays
Health - June 30, 2009
Cumulative effect of that needs study, experts say
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Obese Poor Shut Out From Weight-Loss Surgeries
Health - June 25, 2009
Too often, they lack insurance or face roadblocks in getting the procedures, study finds
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Chemical Used in Plastics May Affect Newborn Size
Health - June 25, 2009
Low birth weight infants have higher levels of phthalates, study finds
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Weight Loss Surgery Cuts Obese Women's Cancer Risks
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Deborah Kotz
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On Women - June 24, 2009
One study links obesity with cancer, but another says it's good to carry extra pounds. What gives?
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Weight-Loss Surgery Safe, Effective Type 2 Diabetes Treatment
Health - June 24, 2009
Research shows procedure is no more dangerous than other routine surgeries
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Bariatric Surgery Cuts Cancer Risk for Women
Health - June 23, 2009
Finding adds to the link between obesity and cancer, experts say
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Obesity While Young Boosts Pancreatic Cancer Risk
Health - June 23, 2009
Study points to yet another reason to maintain a healthy weight
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A Few Extra Pounds Might Bring Extra Years
Health - June 23, 2009
Study finds overweight, but not obesity, tied to longer lifespan
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Vinegar Might Help Keep Off Pounds
Health - June 22, 2009
Researchers find fat-fighting properties in the lab and in mice
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Common Weight-Loss Surgery May Double Risk of Kidney Stones
Health - June 22, 2009
Roux-en-Y gastric bypass linked to small increased chances of trouble, research shows
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Obesity Greatly Raises Endometrial Cancer Risk
Health - June 22, 2009
Odds are 22 times higher for very overweight women, study finds
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Does Location Affect Kids' Weight?
Health - June 19, 2009
Study refutes belief that living near fast-food joints makes children fat
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Health Tip: Help Prevent Metabolic Syndrome
Health - June 18, 2009
A possible precursor to diabetes and heart disease
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Heart Association Warns of Surgery Risks in Obese
Health - June 15, 2009
Complications may include wound infections, heart problems, new advisory says
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Diabetes Drug Byetta May Aid Weight Loss in Obese Patients
Health - June 11, 2009
Combined diet, exercise and injection had best results in study
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Might Weight-Loss Surgery Lead to Fractures?
Health - June 11, 2009
Small study finds nearly double the normal rate of broken bones
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Need a Walking Partner? Try a Dog
Health - June 11, 2009
Those who do are apt to exercise (and enjoy it) more, experts say
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Neck Size May Affect Severity of Sleep Apnea
Health - June 10, 2009
Even non-obese people are at risk, researchers find
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