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Ideal Body Weight
Ideal Body Weight
For years, people looked up their weight on tables drawn from insurance company statistics. While those are still around, this is a newer, more accurate way to calculate what is truly a healthy weight range for you. more>>

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Gene study gives new insight into puberty in girls
Gene study gives new insight into puberty in girls
The timing of a girl's first menstrual period may be determined by hundreds, and possibly thousands, of gene variations, a new study suggests.more>>
The timing of a girl's first menstrual period may be determined by hundreds, and possibly thousands, of gene variations, a new study suggests.more>>
Full-time job may disrupt breast-feeding plans
Full-time job may disrupt breast-feeding plans
New mothers who return to work full-time are less likely to stick with their breast-feeding goals than those who go back to work part-time, a new study finds.more>>
New mothers who return to work full-time are less likely to stick with their breast-feeding goals than those who go back to work part-time, a new study finds.more>>
Sexy Facebook photos not a hit with many young women
Sexy Facebook photos not a hit with many young women
Teen girls and young women who post sexy photos of themselves on social media sites are viewed negatively by their peers, a new study finds.more>>
Teen girls and young women who post sexy photos of themselves on social media sites are viewed negatively by their peers, a new study finds.more>>
Stress may leave you heading to the cookie jar
Stress may leave you heading to the cookie jar
Stress can slow a woman's metabolism and lead to weight gain, new research suggests.more>>
Stress can slow a woman's metabolism and lead to weight gain, new research suggests.more>>
Many obese women face stigma every day
Many obese women face stigma every day
Women who are overweight and obese are likely to experience frequent, daily insults and humiliation from strangers, family and friends, according to a new study.more>>
Women who are overweight and obese are likely to experience frequent, daily insults and humiliation from strangers, family and friends, according to a new study.more>>
Around the globe, mom's health key to newborn's size
Around the globe, mom's health key to newborn's size
Well-nourished, healthy and well-educated mothers who receive prenatal care have babies of similar size - regardless of differences in their race, ethnicity or where they live, a new study finds.more>>
Well-nourished, healthy and well-educated mothers who receive prenatal care have babies of similar size - regardless of differences in their race, ethnicity or where they live, a new study finds.more>>
Sperm donor age may not affect infertility treatment success
Sperm donor age may not affect infertility treatment success
A sperm donor's age doesn't affect the chances of a live birth resulting from fertility treatments using donor sperm, a new study says.more>>
A sperm donor's age doesn't affect the chances of a live birth resulting from fertility treatments using donor sperm, a new study says.more>>
Migraines may worsen during menopause
Migraines may worsen during menopause
New research confirms what women with migraine headaches have told their doctors for years: migraine attacks seem to get worse in the years before and during menopause.more>>
New research confirms what women with migraine headaches have told their doctors for years: migraine attacks seem to get worse in the years before and during menopause.more>>
Study links pesticide exposure during pregnancy to autism risk in kids
Study links pesticide exposure during pregnancy to autism risk in kids
Pregnant women who live within a mile of spaces where commercial pesticides are applied appear to have an increased risk of having a child with autism, a new study suggests.more>>
Pregnant women who live within a mile of spaces where commercial pesticides are applied appear to have an increased risk of having a child with autism, a new study suggests.more>>
Women with breast cancer genes more likely to choose extensive surgery
Women with breast cancer genes more likely to choose extensive surgery
Women with breast cancer who test positive for gene mutations linked with breast and ovarian cancer are more likely than those without the mutations to choose more extensive surgery, a new study finds.more>>
Women with breast cancer who test positive for gene mutations linked with breast and ovarian cancer are more likely than those without the mutations to choose more extensive surgery, a new study finds.more>>

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Most kids eat fruit, veggies daily
Most kids eat fruit, veggies daily
More than three-quarters of U.S. children eat fruit on any given day, and nearly 92 percent dig into vegetables in a 24-hour period, a new U.S. health survey reveals.more>>
More than three-quarters of U.S. children eat fruit on any given day, and nearly 92 percent dig into vegetables in a 24-hour period, a new U.S. health survey reveals.more>>
Organic foods may be healthier
Organic foods may be healthier
Organic produce and grains contain more protective antioxidants, less pesticide residue and lower levels of the toxic metal cadmium than food raised in traditional ways, a new review finds.more>>
Organic produce and grains contain more protective antioxidants, less pesticide residue and lower levels of the toxic metal cadmium than food raised in traditional ways, a new review finds.more>>
Many obese women face stigma every day
Many obese women face stigma every day
Women who are overweight and obese are likely to experience frequent, daily insults and humiliation from strangers, family and friends, according to a new study.more>>
Women who are overweight and obese are likely to experience frequent, daily insults and humiliation from strangers, family and friends, according to a new study.more>>
Around the globe, mom's health key to newborn's size
Around the globe, mom's health key to newborn's size
Well-nourished, healthy and well-educated mothers who receive prenatal care have babies of similar size - regardless of differences in their race, ethnicity or where they live, a new study finds.more>>
Well-nourished, healthy and well-educated mothers who receive prenatal care have babies of similar size - regardless of differences in their race, ethnicity or where they live, a new study finds.more>>
Could a few beers a week cut a woman's rheumatoid arthritis risk?
Could a few beers a week cut a woman's rheumatoid arthritis risk?
Having a beer a few times a week might help women avoid painful rheumatoid arthritis, a new study suggests.more>>
Having a beer a few times a week might help women avoid painful rheumatoid arthritis, a new study suggests.more>>
Could climate change strip foods of some nutrients?
Could climate change strip foods of some nutrients?
As carbon dioxide levels continue to rise around the globe, a new food investigation contends that many of the world's crops will lose vital nutrients.more>>
As carbon dioxide levels continue to rise around the globe, a new food investigation contends that many of the world's crops will lose vital nutrients.more>>
Could energy drinks be wrong choice for some teens?
Could energy drinks be wrong choice for some teens?
Teens who regularly drink energy and sports drinks tend to engage in some unhealthy behaviors, new research suggests.more>>
Teens who regularly drink energy and sports drinks tend to engage in some unhealthy behaviors, new research suggests.more>>
Mom-to-be's TV habits might affect her child's weight
Mom-to-be's TV habits might affect her child's weight
When an expectant mom regularly eats her meals in front of the TV, chances are she'll continue that habit during her baby's feedings, a new study shows.more>>
When an expectant mom regularly eats her meals in front of the TV, chances are she'll continue that habit during her baby's feedings, a new study shows.more>>
Fruits and veggies may reduce death risk
Fruits and veggies may reduce death risk
A diet filled with fresh produce is good for your health, and now a large study suggests that eating plenty of fruits and vegetables may substantially cut your risk of death.more>>
A diet filled with fresh produce is good for your health, and now a large study suggests that eating plenty of fruits and vegetables may substantially cut your risk of death.more>>
Toddlers who sleep less may eat more
Toddlers who sleep less may eat more
Toddlers who get too little sleep tend to eat more and are at increased risk for obesity, a new study indicates.more>>
Toddlers who get too little sleep tend to eat more and are at increased risk for obesity, a new study indicates.more>>

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Study disputes notion that breakfast is key to weight control
Study disputes notion that breakfast is key to weight control
New research refutes the common belief that skipping breakfast could contribute to obesity.more>>
New research refutes the common belief that skipping breakfast could contribute to obesity.more>>
Could white bread be making you fat?
Could white bread be making you fat?
If you're watching your weight, you may have to watch your white bread consumption, too.more>>
If you're watching your weight, you may have to watch your white bread consumption, too.more>>
Fast weight loss may mean muscle loss
Fast weight loss may mean muscle loss
If you lose weight too fast, you lose more muscle than when you shed excess pounds more slowly, a small study says.more>>
If you lose weight too fast, you lose more muscle than when you shed excess pounds more slowly, a small study says.more>>
In elections, thin may help bring the win
In elections, thin may help bring the win
For politicians, slimmer waistlines may mean more votes on Election Day, a new study finds.more>>
For politicians, slimmer waistlines may mean more votes on Election Day, a new study finds.more>>
College students' unhealthy habits can mark their future
College students' unhealthy habits can mark their future
College students tend to have unhealthy lifestyles that could increase their risk of cancer and other health problems later in life, a new study warns.more>>
College students tend to have unhealthy lifestyles that could increase their risk of cancer and other health problems later in life, a new study warns.more>>
Crunchy or smooth? Food's texture may sway perception of calories
Crunchy or smooth? Food's texture may sway perception of calories
Creamy butter or ice cream versus a crunchy granola bar: A new study suggests that the texture of foods influences people's dieting choices.more>>
Creamy butter or ice cream versus a crunchy granola bar: A new study suggests that the texture of foods influences people's dieting choices.more>>
Men with eating disorders often ignore symptoms
Men with eating disorders often ignore symptoms
The widely held belief that only women experience eating disorders delays men with these conditions from getting treatment, a new British study says.more>>
The widely held belief that only women experience eating disorders delays men with these conditions from getting treatment, a new British study says.more>>
How you digest carbs may influence weight gain
How you digest carbs may influence weight gain
The way your body digests carbohydrates may affect your risk for obesity, a new genetic study indicates.more>>
The way your body digests carbohydrates may affect your risk for obesity, a new genetic study indicates.more>>
Underweight even deadlier than overweight
Underweight even deadlier than overweight
It's said you can never be too rich or too thin, but new research suggests otherwise.
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It's said you can never be too rich or too thin, but new research suggests otherwise.
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'Grazing' appears no better for weight loss than standard meals
'Grazing' appears no better for weight loss than standard meals
For weight loss, some swear by "grazing" -- eating several small meals throughout the day -- instead of eating fewer meals at more traditional mealtimes.more>>
For weight loss, some swear by "grazing" -- eating several small meals throughout the day -- instead of eating fewer meals at more traditional mealtimes.more>>

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Newsman Tom Brokaw has many treatment options for his blood cancer
Newsman Tom Brokaw has many treatment options for his blood cancer
Veteran TV journalist Tom Brokaw's revelation that he is battling a type of cancer that attacks white blood cells in bone marrow has triggered an outpouring of sympathy and concern.more>>
Veteran TV journalist Tom Brokaw's revelation that he is battling a type of cancer that attacks white blood cells in bone marrow has triggered an outpouring of sympathy and concern.more>>
Testicular cancer up sharply among young Hispanics
Testicular cancer up sharply among young Hispanics
Testicular cancer rates have risen sharply among young Hispanic Americans in recent years, but not among young whites, a new study finds.more>>
Testicular cancer rates have risen sharply among young Hispanic Americans in recent years, but not among young whites, a new study finds.more>>
Diets high in dairy might boost colon cancer survival, a bit
Diets high in dairy might boost colon cancer survival, a bit
A diet rich in dairy products may slightly extend the lives of people diagnosed with colon cancer, a new study suggests.more>>
A diet rich in dairy products may slightly extend the lives of people diagnosed with colon cancer, a new study suggests.more>>
Women with breast cancer genes more likely to choose extensive surgery
Women with breast cancer genes more likely to choose extensive surgery
Women with breast cancer who test positive for gene mutations linked with breast and ovarian cancer are more likely than those without the mutations to choose more extensive surgery, a new study finds.more>>
Women with breast cancer who test positive for gene mutations linked with breast and ovarian cancer are more likely than those without the mutations to choose more extensive surgery, a new study finds.more>>
First-time colon cancer screening may be beneficial for elderly
First-time colon cancer screening may be beneficial for elderly
Colonoscopies in certain elderly people who've never been screened could be a cost-effective way to improve their health while extending their lives a bit.more>>
Colonoscopies in certain elderly people who've never been screened could be a cost-effective way to improve their health while extending their lives a bit.more>>
Melanoma drug trials show significant promise
Melanoma drug trials show significant promise
A relatively new drug appears effective in boosting survival for patients battling advanced melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, according to a pair of preliminary studies.more>>
A relatively new drug appears effective in boosting survival for patients battling advanced melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, according to a pair of preliminary studies.more>>
Breath test may spot lung cancer
Breath test may spot lung cancer
People may soon be able to learn whether or not they have lung cancer -- and how bad their cancer is -- by breathing into a tube.more>>
People may soon be able to learn whether or not they have lung cancer -- and how bad their cancer is -- by breathing into a tube.more>>
Cancer center ads focus on emotions more than facts
Cancer center ads focus on emotions more than facts
TV and magazine ads for U.S. cancer centers are heavy on emotional appeal, but light on the facts that patients need to know, a new study finds.more>>
TV and magazine ads for U.S. cancer centers are heavy on emotional appeal, but light on the facts that patients need to know, a new study finds.more>>
Diet, lifestyle affect prostate cancer risk
Diet, lifestyle affect prostate cancer risk
Diet and lifestyle can play a role in lowering a man's risk of prostate cancer, according to a trio of new studies.more>>
Diet and lifestyle can play a role in lowering a man's risk of prostate cancer, according to a trio of new studies.more>>
Pancreatic cancer will be 2nd deadliest cancer by 2030
Pancreatic cancer will be 2nd deadliest cancer by 2030
Pancreatic cancer is set to become the second deadliest cancer in the United States by 2030, new research predicts.more>>
Pancreatic cancer is set to become the second deadliest cancer in the United States by 2030, new research predicts.more>>

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Fruit recall expanded due to listeria concerns
Fruit recall expanded due to listeria concerns
Updated: Thursday, July 24 2014 10:29 PM EDT2014-07-25 02:29:23 GMT
The FDA advises anyone who purchased these products to throw them away. more>>
The FDA advises anyone who purchased these products to throw them away. more>>
Victim of Jackson gang rape sends warning to metro area women
Victim of Jackson gang rape sends warning to metro area women
Updated: Thursday, July 24 2014 12:04 AM EDT2014-07-24 04:04:58 GMT
The victim of a vicious gang rape is warning other women in the metro area. The victim and her attorney talked about the attack exclusively with WLBT. The 35-year-old woman, whose identity we are protecting,more>>
The victim, whose identity we are protecting, said, "He put the gun to my head and told me to take my clothes off. And that's when I couldn't do nothing. I was just standing there crying. And the other dude came from behind the truck. He put one in my side. And they bent me over in my front seat and they started raping me over and over again."
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Unknown person leaves porcelain dolls on CA doorsteps
Unknown person leaves porcelain dolls on CA doorsteps
Updated: Friday, July 25 2014 12:49 AM EDT2014-07-25 04:49:19 GMT
Some California parents have contacted authorities after finding porcelain dolls that look like their children on their doorsteps.
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Some California parents have contacted authorities after finding porcelain dolls that look like their children on their doorsteps.
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Police: FL man reported 'murder' to 911 to get out of ticket
Police: FL man reported 'murder' to 911 to get out of ticket
Updated: Thursday, July 24 2014 11:32 PM EDT2014-07-25 03:32:15 GMT
Police say a Florida man reported an attempted murder to get out of a traffic ticket.
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Police say a Florida man reported an attempted murder to get out of a traffic ticket.
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Mass murder suspect Desmonte Leonard in sex case against fmr. correctional officer
Mass murder suspect Desmonte Leonard in sex case against fmr. correctional officer
Updated: Thursday, July 24 2014 2:45 PM EDT2014-07-24 18:45:15 GMT
WSFA 12 News has learned that the inmate/victim in the case against a former Montgomery County Detention Facility corrections officer has been identified.more>>
WSFA 12 News has learned that the inmate/victim in the case against a former Montgomery County Detention Facility corrections officer is now identified as Auburn mass shooting suspect Desmonte Leonard.more>>
Boy, 8, to mom: 'You're going to kill me,' LMPD report says
Boy, 8, to mom: 'You're going to kill me,' LMPD report says
Updated: Thursday, July 24 2014 11:19 AM EDT2014-07-24 15:19:10 GMT
Officers were dispatched to the 6900 block of Rock Hollow Drive after Kimberly Anderson herself contacted police, saying she strangled the little boy. more>>
Officers were dispatched to the 6900 block of Rock Hollow Drive after Kimberly Anderson herself contacted police, saying she strangled the little boy. more>>
Lee Zurik Investigation: Sources identify author of controversial Edmonson amendment
Lee Zurik Investigation: Sources identify author of controversial Edmonson amendment
Sources tell FOX 8 News that a state senator is behind a controversial legislative amendment that will up the future retirement of the head of state police by $30,000 a year.
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Sources tell FOX 8 News that a state senator is behind a controversial legislative amendment that will raise the future retirement of the head of state police by $30,000 a year.
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Former police officer arrested for sex crimes with juvenile
Former police officer arrested for sex crimes with juvenile
Updated: Thursday, July 24 2014 10:28 PM EDT2014-07-25 02:28:59 GMT
A man is facing sex crime charges after being accused of allegedly having sex with a 14-year-old girl. Investigators say that Joseph Brent, 39, of Baldwin, La. a police officer at the Baldwin Police Department, fathered a child with an underage girl. more>>
A man is facing sex crime charges after being accused of allegedly having sex with a 14-year-old girl. Investigators say that Joseph Brent, 39, of Baldwin, La. a police officer at the Baldwin Police Department, fathered a child with an underage girl. more>>
Florida teen attacked by barracuda while fishing
Florida teen attacked by barracuda while fishing
Updated: Thursday, July 24 2014 10:38 PM EDT2014-07-25 02:38:17 GMT
A Florida teen is back home after getting attacked by a barracuda.
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A Florida teen is back home after getting attacked by a barracuda.
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Man arrested in 'sniper van' case seeks medical transfer
Man arrested in 'sniper van' case seeks medical transfer
There are new developments in the arrest of two men caught with a van that one former FBI agent said appeared to be rigged for assassination.
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There are new developments in the arrest of two men caught with a van that one former FBI agent said appeared to be rigged for assassination.
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