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Letters: Democratic loyalty, obesity, prayer in storms

Letters: Democratic loyalty, obesity, prayer in storms

Coke goes global with anti-obesity push

With sugary sodas coming under fire for fueling obesity rates, Coca-Cola Co. has been more aggressive in trying to convince customers its products can be part of a healthy lifestyle.

Report attacks obesity myths

All are myths or at least presumptions that may not be true, say researchers who reviewed the science behind some widely held obesity beliefs and found it lacking.

Follow these tips for safely commuting to work on a bike

If you commute by car, there may be more to worry about beyond the price of gas: Commuting by car, rather than by bike or foot, could increase your risk of diabetes, hypertension and obesity,...

Many fail to see the obesity link

"People are often shocked to hear how far-reaching the effects of obesity are," said Jennifer Dimitriou, a bariatric dietitian at New York's Montefiore Medical Center.

Obesity drops among U.S. preschoolers for first time in a decade

Obesity rates fell among U.S. preschool-age children in 2010, reversing a trend of the past decade, according to the first national study to spot a decline in the condition among younger kids.

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NEW YORK: Court hears arguments on NYC's big soda ban

A state appeals court panel had few sweet words Tuesday for a city health regulation that would...

Vet recommends medical marijuana for pets in pain

But stories abound about changes in sick and dying pets after they've been given cannabis -...

CHICAGO: Obesity surgery-diabetes study shows pros and cons

All patients got medicines for diabetes, obesity, cholesterol and/or high blood pressure.