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The Dreaded Couch Syndrome

(If I could do it, I'd never leave the couch) So its 5 pm, and you're on your couch. Maybe you have your TV on, maybe you're munching on some of your favorite snacks, or maybe you're just sitting there, doing nothing.…
Can Kate Moss Make Fat Cool?

In case you missed it, "fat" is experiencing a resurgence in the beauty world as evidenced by recent photos of Kate Moss where she sports some extra weight in the form of actual breasts and hips - the latter only if cau…
I'm Struggling to Lose Weight

I'm beginning to understand why people develop eating disorders. No, I do not have one - I enjoy food too much - but I'm beginning to see how it happens. You see, I have lost approximately 15 pounds since October. Wh…
When Food Becomes The New Sex

Interview anyone these days about food and no matter what their gastronomic predilections, chances are they will speak of them with a fervor bordering on religiosity. The vegan preaches her diet - nay, lifestyle in…
School Report Cards Now Report How Fat You Are

The Massachusettes Health Board has come to an agreement stating that, from now on, public schools are required to put the weight and BMI (Body Mass Index) of their students on the report cards.The students in first, fou…
As Obesity Rises, Is Our Military Getting Too Fat?

In what I think may be the most poignant picture of the obesity epidemic, it was reported that 3 out of 4 military-age Americans are unfit for service. The reason? They surpass the weight and/or body fat percentage…
Choose: Would You Rather Look Old or Fat?

"It's been so long since I've had carbs I can't remember what you are supposed to do with them? Am I doing this right??" Most of us master our societal two-fold prime directive quite early in life. Before our cells e…
Weight is Only Measured By The Size of Your Pants

I've recently decided that weight is no longer based on the number that you read on the scale - it's not really about "Oh, I weight 115, give or take 5 pounds." Instead, it's about how you look - whether you look fit…
His Attitude Doesn't Change But His Waistline Keeps Growing. I Wonder Why...

Yesterday I asked a friend of mine if he'll be joining me at the gym to work out. His response was a "Hell no!" When I asked why, he said once basketball season was over, he didn't see a reason to workout. Per…
Are Parents Irresponsible For Not Providing Healthier Options For Kids?

My pet peeve of the day: parents who feed their kids nothing but fast food and junk. A couple weeks ago I was at the LADWP (utilities) to pay my bill. While I was there I saw a little girl who looked about 3 years…