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Obesity Isn't Just Bad for Your Body, It's Bad for Your Wallet, Too — Health Check

Shauna Wright — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 15:00:33 +0000

The health risks of obesity are well-documented, but there’s a financial downside, too — data shows obese people also earn less money, especially women. How much less? George Washington University researchers found that in 2004, overall average annual incomes were about $9,000 less for obese women and almost $5,000 less for obese men compared with [...]

'Obesity May Run in the Family,' Say Researchers — Health Check

Shauna Wright — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 01:00:09 +0000

Is obesity contagious? A study back in 2007 seemed to indicate that, saying we get it from our friends. To back that up, researchers highlighted data showing members of social groups were likely to have similar rates of obesity. New research, however, seems to be changing all this by finding that social interactions may have little impact on body weight.

Worst Fast Food Choices

Matt Brubaker — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 17:26:57 +0000

I like fast food. Nothing like a good 1200 calorie lunch to keep you going for the rest of the day. I found this story about the 5 worst fast food choices. I think I’ve tried them all! Sure they are delicious but they pack a caloric punch. CLICK HERE to read the story.