Adult Health

Obesity Costs Skyrocket to $300 Billion

The United States reportedly spends $270 billion each year on obesity related costs. A new study reveals that Canada spends only $30 billion each year, a great deal less than their over-achieving (or maybe just over-eating!) American neighbors. In comparison, it would … Continue reading

Half-Ton Mom and 650-Pound Virgin on OWN

UPDATE: “Half-Ton Mom” will air again on Saturday, April 9th. Tune in this Thursday, February 17, to the Oprah Winfrey Network for two stories of extreme weight-loss. Half-Ton Mom follows the trials of Renee Williams, the world’s heaviest woman at … Continue reading