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We are hungry
School lunches have been the center of debate for years. But in the last few months, the debate has heated up. This month, schools across the country began implementing new U.S. […]
Biggest Loser tackles childhood obesity
When the Biggest Loser returns to primetime in January, the reality show will be joined by overweight teenagers and trainer Jillian Michaels. Michaels – the say-it-like-it-is, in-your-face trainer – left the […]
Self-fulfilling chubby prophecy
Apparently, just perceiving yourself as fat can lead to extra pounds. A researcher at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology found that teenagers who feel fat, but aren’t actually fat, […]
Food stamps and sugary drinks
Children in families that receive food stamps drink just as much milk, soda and fruit juice as kids who don’t receive federal assistance, according to a recent study. The study, which […]