Starting this summer, New Yorkers will see bicycle docking stations being erected at various locations throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn as part of the new Citi Bike bike share program. Following on the success of similar programs in major ... Read More...
As we prepare to plant ourselves in front of our televisions (a common activity for Americans) to cheer on our fellow countrymen and women in the 2012 summer Olympics, many of us may fantasize about what it must be like to be an Olympian; many of ... Read More...
Surely, you've been told many times that soda and other sugary drinks wreak havoc on your waistline. But have you really thought about the facts and figures? This infographic from insurancequotes.org breaks down exactly what you're putting into ... Read More...
Many parts of the country are set to enter into a heat wave tomorrow, with temperatures climbing into the mid 90s and up - just in time for the end of the school year. So, here's a sure-fire way to beat the heat and keep the kids occupied, all ... Read More...
One of the most popular summertime BBQ staples is ribs smothered in barbecue sauce. Unfortunately though, this fatty meat with its high-sugar glaze will wreak havoc on your waistline while raising your cholesterol and increasing your chance of ... Read More...
The decision to pursue bariatric, or weight-loss surgery, is a difficult one to make. It's not easy to figure out whether you've given diet and exercise a fair chance and that you're mentally, emotionally, and financially prepared for major ... Read More...
Investigational anti-obesity drug lorcaserin cleared a major hurdle in gaining FDA approval yesterday when an FDA advisory board approved the drug to be tested further, in consideration for full approval. Manufactured by Arena pharmaceuticals, the ... Read More...
Weight issues and obesity are a problem for all Americans - not just the human members of our society. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 53 percent of adult dogs and 55 percent of cats are overweight or obese. That amounts ... Read More...
A study conducted at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Medical Institutions in Baltimore found that doctors who have weight issues themselves are less likely to address weight problems in their patients than doctors with normal ... Read More...
Breastfeeding has long been recognized as a proven disease-prevention strategy. Kaiser Permanente believes that one of the most important choices a mother can make to promote the health of her family is to choose to breastfeed her newborn. The ... Read More...
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