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Health December 16, 2024

‘Yo-yo’ weight loss occurs because of this surprising reason

About 40% of American adults are living with obesity — and for many, it can feel a bit like a roller-coaster as their weight fluctuates. Experts explain the science behind "yo-yo dieting."

Health December 3, 2024

‘Hidden’ fat could predict Alzheimer’s disease up to 20 years before symptoms, research finds

In the latest Alzheimer’s research, hidden fat in various parts of the body was shown to be an early warning sign of the common dementia — as much as 20 years before symptoms emerged.

Media November 25, 2024

University of Maryland offers 'fat studies' course on how 'fatness' and 'Blackness' intersect

A University of Maryland "fat studies" course aims to examine the intersection of "fatness" and Blackness and how they intersect with "oppression."

Opinion November 19, 2024

RFK Jr. wants to disrupt our powerful health care complex and it is terrified

Our country spends nearly twice as much on medical care per person than other wealthy countries but our outcomes are far worse. RFK Jr will need to be tough to bring real change.

Health November 17, 2024

Diabetes and weight loss drugs shown to reduce alcohol-related hospitalizations, study finds

Ozempic, Wegovy and other GLP-1 drugs have been shown to curb alcoholism, a new study suggests. Researchers explain why diabetes and weight loss drugs work better than alcohol medications.

91±¬ÁÏ Flash November 17, 2024

RFK, Jr. would face a 'trifecta' of challenges in turning the tide on obesity epidemic: 'Not an easy fix'

91±¬ÁÏ medical contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier said changing America's food system is "not going to be an easy fix" while discussing America's worsening obesity epidemic.

Health November 16, 2024

Diabetes rates have quadrupled since 1990 — these are the 4 reasons

The number of people living with diabetes worldwide has quadrupled in the past two decades, with 830 million people diagnosed as of 2022. Experts weigh in on the risk.

Lifestyle November 1, 2024

Airline passenger sparks viral debate about plus-sized seatmate issue

An airline traveler posted on Reddit to ask other users what they would do about being uncomfortable while "sitting next to a passenger of size." Etiquette experts weighed in on the issue.

Health October 28, 2024

Halloween candy overload: 5 ways to keep kids from overindulging

Halloween is filled with sweet stuff for kids. Pediatric obesity specialist Dr. Dyan Hes and registered dietitian nutritionist Ilana Muhlstein share their tips to help parents find a nutritious balance.

Nutrition October 15, 2024

As election nears, stress eating needs a sharp eye: 'It's destructive behavior'

Studies have proven the long-term health risks of eating mindlessly while anxious or stressed. Registered dietitian nutritionist Ilana Muhlstein reveals why the election could cause an uptick.

VIDEO October 14, 2024

Nutritionist warns election could cause rise in emotional eating

Registered dietitian nutritionist Ilana Muhlstein discusses the long-term risks of eating when stressed.