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Being thin could boost stress fracture risk

Researcher says less muscle mass can make leg bones more vulnerable to injury.

Put the brakes on mindless eating

Reconnect with real hunger signals—your scale will thank you.

More fruits and veggies can slash obesity odds

Researchers encourage a mostly plant-based diet.

The benefits of being physically fit

One woman figures out how to look 'hot' at any age. You can, too.

‘A true inspiration’

Despite a string of bad breaks, a Michigan man turns to the gym and a healthy diet to shed nearly 120 pounds and some bad habits.

Are you losing it? Life stage and weight loss

Find out if it's possible to outrun the middle-age spread.

Make peace with your body

Nurture a lifelong healthy outlook by reevaluating the expectations you place on yourself.

Tech-addicted teens prone to obesity

Those who use screen devices five or more hours a day are twice as likely to shrug off physical activity and drink more sugary beverages.

Researchers suspect cancer, obesity link

People who stay slim throughout life may reduce the likelihood of developing cancer.

Severe obesity linked to heart failure

Study sees connection between the two even without other conditions such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure.

Boost your diet by stepping on the scale

Routinely checking weight enhances dieters' confidence to resist food temptations.

‘Obese’ may not always equal unhealthy

Researchers warn against using body size as sole measure of good health, but other experts cite risks of too much weight.