obesity

How to Avoid Putting on Recession Pounds

Posted January 12, 2009 - 03:33 by Fred Lee

Lifestyle, Health and Beauty, Green Living, Food and Drink

During hard times, eating cheap food may seem to make sense, but it can be more costly to us in the long run.

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Stay Thin and Save

Posted August 21, 2008 - 15:45 by Carrie Kirby

Health and Beauty

woman in huge jeans

We've all been warned of the increased health care costs resulting from obesity. But what about all those other things you pay more for, like transportation, utitilities and clothing? Now, that's not healthy.

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The case for caloric labeling

Posted October 31, 2007 - 14:55 by Andrea Dickson

Food and Drink

As a conscientious consumer, you have a right to know what you're buying, eating, or wearing. New York City is enforcing a law that requires chain restaurants to provide nutritional information on their menus, to help diners make healthier choices. Will this make any difference in America's battle against obesity? When you go out for a cheap, fast food meal, do you even deserve to know the nutrional value?

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