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Ahead of new childhood obesity guidelines, doctors say surgery is an important option
February 17, 2023 - 10:56 AM

A pediatrician involved in creating new treatment guidelines for obese children in Canada says an "alarming" rise in obesity has led to a greater need for surgery for teens whose mental and physical suffering typically worsens into adulthood.
Best of CES 2023: Pet tech's smart collar, litter robot
January 11, 2023 - 2:21 PM

LAS VEGAS (AP) — From a litter box that automatically cleans itself to buttons designed to allow your dog to communicate with you, this year’s CES tech show in Las Vegas featured a range of products aimed at gadget-loving pet owners.
Tom Brady's TB12 Method is in schools. Experts have doubts.
September 23, 2022 - 5:07 AM

In some Tampa Bay-area schools, students use foam rollers and vibrating spheres to massage their muscles as they work toward goals for strength and flexibility. It’s all part of a new physical education curriculum from quarterback Tom Brady, whose vision for healthy living is fueling a fitness empire.
Social media's 70-up 'grandfluencers' debunking aging myths
September 02, 2021 - 8:12 AM

NEW YORK (AP) — Joan MacDonald’s health was in shambles at age 71. She was overweight and on numerous medications with high cholesterol, rising blood pressure and kidney trouble.
Social media's 70-up 'grandfluencers' debunking aging myths
September 02, 2021 - 7:18 AM

NEW YORK (AP) — Joan MacDonald’s health was in shambles at age 71. She was overweight and on numerous medications with high cholesterol, rising blood pressure and kidney trouble.
Fitness enthusiasts think outside the gym during coronavirus
March 23, 2020 - 6:54 PM

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Steve LaTart in Minnesota is thinking of installing a space heater in his basement to recreate the atmosphere of his hot yoga classes now that his gym has closed due to coronavirus fears.
Weight loss among fat-acceptance influencers a fraught topic
July 22, 2019 - 9:30 AM

NEW YORK - Fashion and lifestyle blogger Maui Bigelow has always been curvy and built a social media presence by embracing every pound.
During Ramadan, late-night gyms boom in the Gaza Strip
May 31, 2019 - 12:15 AM

GAZA, Palestinian Territory - It's past midnight, but a dozen Palestinians are still running and sweating at a gym in the Gaza Strip.
Who gets to give dietary advice? Health coach fights law
May 30, 2019 - 10:17 AM

NEW YORK - In California, Heather Del Castillo offered tips on natural eating as a health coach. But in Florida, the title didn't qualify her to give nutrition advice.
What my DNA told me: Avoid fast food, eat vegetables
March 25, 2019 - 8:09 AM

NEW YORK - Avoid fast food, eat vegetables and exercise. It sounds like generic health advice, but they're tips supposedly tailored to my DNA profile.
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West Kelowna farm selling thousands of apples after fruit packers closure
Paynter’s farm is staying open later into the season to help move thousands of pounds of apples from local farmers after the BC Tree Fruits Cooperative shut down earlier this year. Jennay Oliver, Paynter’s farm owner and operato

Penticton 'potio' smoking lounge blazing a trail for cannabis tourism
A dispensary in Penticton made its patio into a pot smoking lounge, and its success could turn a new leaf for the cannabis industry in the Okanagan. Back in February the BC government permitted smoking pot anywhere you’re allowed to s

Survey finds huge majority of British Columbians say homeownership now a luxury
A survey from Habitat for Humanity Canada shows 87 per cent of British Columbians view homeownership as a luxury. The online survey conducted by Leger for the non-profit asked 1,500 Canadians a range of questions about the housing cri

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Ahead of new childhood obesity guidelines, doctors say surgery is an important option

Best of CES 2023: Pet tech's smart collar, litter robot

Tom Brady's TB12 Method is in schools. Experts have doubts.

Social media's 70-up 'grandfluencers' debunking aging myths

Social media's 70-up 'grandfluencers' debunking aging myths

Fitness enthusiasts think outside the gym during coronavirus

Weight loss among fat-acceptance influencers a fraught topic

During Ramadan, late-night gyms boom in the Gaza Strip

Who gets to give dietary advice? Health coach fights law

What my DNA told me: Avoid fast food, eat vegetables

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