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FDA denies approval of weight-loss drug Contrave
The agency keeps the drug off the market, citing possible cardiovascular problems in users. This is the third weight-loss drug the agency has turned away in recent months. Ignoring the recommendation of its own advisory committee, the Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday declined to approve the weight-loss drug Contrave, the third such drug the agency has kept off the market in recent months.

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Obama says people who hate him don’t know him
President Barack Obama says he doesn’t take it personally when people say they hate him. And the thing he dislikes most about being president is the constant, intense scrutiny.

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Weight-loss program looks to fight obesity
Dr. Farris Johnson is committed to fighting obesity, the Athens physician told a crowd of about 100 people Tuesday during a rally for Lighten Up Georgia, a free community weight-loss program initiated by Athens Regional Health Services.

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The Biggest Loser: Contestant Selling 1.5 lb Burgers
The Biggest Loser on NBC is known for weight loss,so why on earth would a contestant sell a 1.5 lb burger? It’s true, one of the contestants from this season is selling 1.5 lb burgers – so who is it and why? Keep reading for all the details! That’s right The Biggest Loser fans, one [...]

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Peas make a snappy comeback to potato chips
The people behind HELP (Healthy Eating Lifestyle Principles) put on a show Oct. 6 for the Alisal Union School District to demonstrate how tasty healthy food can be.

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IOM Report: Food nutrition labels should be simple, on front
The food industry should provide simple, clearly-worded nutrition information on the front of food packages, according to a new report from the Institute of Medicine.

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Good Nutrition Leads to a Healthy Mouth and Body
HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct. 15 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Good nutrition and healthy eating habits are essential to maintaining optimal oral and overall health. With Halloween just around the corner, the Pennsylvania Dental Association (PDA) encourages parents to be mindful of the amount of candy their children are consuming, and to use this holiday as an opportunity to remind them about the …

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Van Drivers Trade in Burgers and Chips for Sandwiches and Salads
MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM–(Marketwire – Oct. 17, 2010) – Van drivers are switching junk food for healthier alternatives on the road, according to a recent survey carried out by Swinton Commercial, one of the UKs leading commercial van insurers.

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North County Lose to Win Challenge
The Top 10 participants who lost the most weight after last week’s weigh-in in the North County Lose to Win Challenge are listed in the chart.

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Which weight loss drugs can really help shed pounds?
We sweat, we diet, we try all sorts of things to lose weight. But the way we think about weight loss may be about to dramatically change.

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Guilty Pleasure, Healthy Choice: Delicious Burgers that Won’t Interfere with your New Year’s Weight Loss Resolution
Mythbuster: Dieters mistakenly believe that they have to eliminate red meat to live a heart healthy lifestyle and lose weight. Resolution-makers rejoice: with less than 9 grams of fat per serving, AHA certified Laura’s Lean Beef makes biting into a juicy burger a gulit-free pleasure that’s actually good for you, according to dieticians and nutritionists. (PRWeb Dec 17, 2009) Read the full story …

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Guilty Pleasure, Healthy Choice: Delicious Burgers that Won’t Interfere with your New Year’s Weight Loss Resolution
Mythbuster: Dieters mistakenly believe that they have to eliminate red meat to live a heart healthy lifestyle and lose weight. Resolution-makers rejoice: with less than 9 grams of fat per serving, AHA certified Laura’s Lean Beef makes biting into a juicy burger a gulit-free pleasure that’s actually good for you, according to dieticians and nutritionists.

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