Trends in Energy Intake

In the last 30 years, the prevalence of obesity has doubled. This is due to a variety of factors, but primarily unhealthy diets and an increase in sedentary behavior. Read more.

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Just Lose a Little

A review of several randomized, controlled clinical trials found that maintaining a modest weight loss reduced the incidence of type 2 diabetes in people at high risk for the disease by a whopping 40 to 60 percent over 3 to 4 years. Read more.

Shoes For Walking, Find a Great Fit

Walking is a great way to improve your health. Selecting the proper shoe is key to walking comfortably and avoiding injury. Read more.

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