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Obese individuals usually suffer from numerous health issues related to their weight. So, why does one Jersey woman want to tip the scales at 1000 pounds?...

Fat should be added to the current five fundamental tastes according to a new study.  People with a high sensitivity to the taste of fat tend to eat less fatty foods, but they are also less likely to be...

Alcohol could play a role in keeping weight off.  New research suggests that women who regularly consume moderate amounts of alcohol are less likely to gain weight than nondrinkers....

A junk food tax would be effective in reducing obesity rates and improving the overall health of the country, a new study suggests....

Weight gain could be linked to lack of sleep, according to a new study.  People under 40 who regularly get an average of five hours of sleep or less a night are at increased risk of accumulating abdominal...

Obesity may be caused by bacteria in the stomach, according to a new study which claims that germs in the gut may help drive appetite....

This week on WLS News, we'll explain how an occasional sip of vino could help you keep a sleek physique, and why putting a tax on junk food may actually help Americans save money. Plus, find out how too little...

Low-fat diets may trump low-carb diets when it comes to keeping off the weight for good, a new study suggests....