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Overweight pets are likely the result of emotional feeding from owners who would rather give pets treats to show love than exercise them or play with them, according to a new study. ...

In this week’s episode of WLS News we’ll look at how some obesity studies may not be totally fair and balanced. Also, we’ll see a troubling connection between the obesity-forming habits of pet owners and...

Disney movies about beautiful princesses don't affect the body image of young girls according to a new study....

Meridia is being investigated by the FDA for increasing cardiovascular problems in some of it's users....

A new device called Endoflip is currently in development to improve results for Bariatric surgery patients by allowing doctors to assess the size of the patient’s food pouch better than ever before....

Lincoln University is enforcing its policy prohibiting students from graduating if they fail to get their BMI below 30 or complete a semester-long nutrition course. One group of seniors says the policy is...

Obesity rates could be fueled by the fad diet trend, according to a new survey....

This week on WLS News, find out what one university is doing to fight obesity on campus -- and how the school's efforts could prevent a group of college seniors from graduating. Plus, get a closer look at a...