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Wednesday, October 2, 2013

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The "thigh gap" sparks dangerous teen weight loss fad

Posted: 01 Oct 2013 07:17 PM PDT

Whether it's the wonder of photo enhancements, exercise or genes - teen girls are choosing to be happily oblivious to the possibilities in a relentless pursuit for skinny thighs that could pose a health hazard

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Posted: 01 Oct 2013 05:33 PM PDT

It is the latest weight loss craze among American teens striving to emulate the models they see in magazines: the "thigh gap", in which slender legs, when standing with feet together, do not touch. Experts say the cost of what teens see as an ideal body shape - but really is for most unattainable - is self-esteem problems that can lead to...

Experts: US Teens Have A Dangerous Obsession With The 'Thigh Gap'

Posted: 01 Oct 2013 04:25 AM PDT

It's the latest weight loss craze among American teens striving to emulate the models they see in magazines: the "thigh gap", in which slender legs, when standing with feet together, do not touch.

US teens’ dangerous obsession with ‘thigh gap’

Posted: 01 Oct 2013 01:55 AM PDT

Experts say the cost of what teens see as an ideal body shape can lead to eating disorders, depression and even suicide

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Posted: 01 Oct 2013 12:18 AM PDT

It's the latest weight loss craze among American teens striving to emulate the models they see in magazines: the "thigh gap", in which slender legs, when standing with feet together, do not touch. Experts say the cost of what teens see as an ideal body shape – but really is for most unattainable – is self-esteem problems that can lead to...

Bluepoint Surgical Group Transforms Retired Firefighter's Life With Weight Loss Surgery

Posted: 25 Sep 2013 02:01 AM PDT

For obese individuals looking to lose large amounts of weight, diet and exercise alone are often insufficient means when it comes to successful long-term weight loss. Those who are considered morbidly ...

THOUGHT OF THE DAY :

Posted: 20 Sep 2013 06:31 PM PDT

Self-awareness prompts us to start where we are - no illusions, no excuses - and helps us to set realistic goals.

Stable Weight, Not Net Pounds, May Be More Important to Health

Posted: 20 Sep 2013 04:46 AM PDT

A national study discovers maintaining an ideal body weight is a great goal for older adults, but retaining a stable weight may be even more important. Still, experts say that older adults could risk an earlier death if they pack on more pounds. In fact, the nationwide study found that people who were slightly overweight […]

HEALTHY LIVING | The 5 most important steps to losing weight, getting rid of belly fat

Posted: 11 Sep 2013 12:20 AM PDT

Before you start with an exercise program or diet plan, you first need to know how much excess pounds you're carrying and the ideal weight for your height and age.

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