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She got off weight roller coaster, lost 105 pounds

Mon, 4 May 2009 16:44:20 GMT

When the newest member of the Joy Fit Club couldn’t recognize her own face in a photograph, she finally made a firm commitment to overhaul her eating habits. Find out how she took control of her health, diet and happiness.

Where are the ‘Biggest Losers’ now?

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 22:32:29 GMT

Over the past five years, 206 morbidly obese Americans have dedicated themselves to losing weight on “The Biggest Loser.” More than 18,000 pounds have been lost by former contestants. But were they able to keep it off? And how are they doing since leaving the ranch and reentering the real world – with all of its challenges and temptations?

Biggest Loser - Weight loss - Health - Obesity - Programs

Do you have questions about menopause?

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 20:39:09 GMT

Are you having trouble dealing with menopause or perimenopause? Do you want to find out more about how this change will affect you? Are you curious about your symptoms? E-mail us and Dr. Nancy might answer your question on TODAY.
Menopause - Health - Women's health - Management - Support Groups

7 items you didn’t know were in the Senate bill

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 20:31:49 GMT

Little-publicized provisions in the Senate health care bill include breast-pumping rooms and bone scans.

Senate - United States - Health - Health care - Politics

It’s down to the final four on ‘Biggest Loser’

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:53:40 GMT

Amanda, the viewer's choice on this season of "The Biggest Loser," found her inner strength just in time. Her weight loss in Week 11 earned her a spot in the final four, alongside an alliance that has been intact from the beginning.

6 tips for overcoming holiday diet fears

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:51:48 GMT

Are you ready to party? The next month will be filled with fun and food, plus a few diet hurdles. Revel without worry with these simple strategies.

Health - Weight loss - Shopping - Nutrition - Dietary Options

Video: Inside the life of a compulsive hoarder

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 13:42:52 GMT

Nov. 30: TODAY takes a look at the life of a woman who can’t part with anything, hoarding all her belongings and endangering her life. She talks with TODAY’s Meredith Vieira and clinical psychologist Robin Zasio. (Today Show)

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Video: Simple swaps to keep off holiday pounds

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:38:40 GMT

Nov. 30: If you’re still bloated from the Thanksgiving stuffing and gravy, you know how tough it is to stay healthy through the holidays. TODAY diet and nutrition editor Joy Bauer has tips for keeping your healthy eating plans on track during the festive season. (Today Show)

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Being thankful ... you’re not like mom and dad

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 12:56:11 GMT

For all the fractured family dynamics a Thanksgiving gathering can expose, there are lessons to be learned about love, both by your partner and by you.

Thanksgiving - Holidays - Children and Youth - Classroom - People and Society

Woman meets the stranger who saved her life

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:58:10 GMT

College student Anna Robinson beat back cancer with the help of an anonymous bone marrow donation. Then she began to wonder: Who was the woman who gifted her with a second chance?

Cancer - Bone marrow - Education - Health - Conditions and Diseases

6 tips for overcoming holiday diet fears

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:51:48 GMT

Are you ready to party? The next month will be filled with fun and food, plus a few diet hurdles. Revel without worry with these simple strategies.

Health - Weight loss - Shopping - Nutrition - Dietary Options

Video: One girl’s wish for an organ transplant

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 15:45:31 GMT

Nov. 27: Last year 8-year-old Quinn Roberts wrote a letter to Santa asking for a healthy kidney and when she didn’t come through, a family friend stepped forward to donate. NBC’s Ron Mott reports. (Today Show)

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Video: Supporting St. Jude’s Children Hospital

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 15:16:40 GMT

Nov. 27: Marlo Thomas, national outreach director at St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, reveals how by shopping at various stores you can help patients and the hospital. (Today Show)

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Video: Getting out of a workout rut

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 16:30:24 GMT

Nov. 27: TODAY's Sara Haines tests out four different gyms to find out what packs the most punch and helps you get out of a workout rut. (Today Show)

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Holiday gatherings could spread swine flu

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:52:37 GMT

Your family might be sharing more than turkey and pumpkin pie this Thanksgiving. Swine flu may also be on the table — and at crowded airports and shopping malls.

Thanksgiving - Pumpkin pie - Holidays - Home - Cooking

Video: Women bare all for prostate cancer

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:49:28 GMT

Nov. 25: TODAY hosts talk to three women who posed in the buff for a calendar and campaign by the Prostate Cancer Coalition of New Jersey. (Today Show)

Cancer - Today - Health - Conditions and Diseases - Genitourinary

Gasp! Babies’ fat rolls being airbrushed away?

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:31:59 GMT

When it came to light on a British reality show that a UK magazine had airbrushed a baby’s photo to hide the creases on his chubby little arms, the world came unglued. On both sides of the Atlantic, the practice was decried as shocking. But is airbrushing ever OK?

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Is your medication making you sick?

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:53:26 GMT

You take pain medication for a headache... and it gets worse. Is it possible? Definitely. Read a checklist of symptoms that may mean you're experiencing medication rebound effect and the best methods for getting rid of the problem, once and for all.

Headache - Health - Diseases & Conditions - Symptom - Neurological Disorders

Video: Rebecca Meyer talks ‘Loser’

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:13:24 GMT

Nov. 24: TODAY’s Al Roker talks to Rebecca Meyer, the latest contestant eliminated on “The Biggest Loser,” about how her life has changed since the show. (Today Show)

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Video: St. Jude's 'little princess' battles brain cancer

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:43:43 GMT

Nov. 24: TODAY’s Ann Curry tells the story of a little girl diagnosed with an extremely rare form of brain cancer who has been called the little princess of St. Jude. The hospital’s outreach director, Marlo Thomas, talks more about her condition. (Today Show)

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Resist the temptation! 8 portion control tricks

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:13:24 GMT

Switching up your plates, silverware, and even centerpieces (we're serious) can let you polish off every last morsel without having to let out your entire wardrobe. Find out how to fool yourself into eating less.

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Clinic with two doors, a symbol of two-tier care

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:23:58 GMT

We visit a health clinic with two doors, one for patients using insurance and the other for those with cash. This two-tiered system could be coming to a street corner near you. Msnbc.com's Bill Dedman reports.

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New guidelines: Pap smears can start at 21

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:28:20 GMT

Most women in their 20s can have a Pap smear every two years instead of annually, say new guidelines that conclude that's enough to catch slow-growing cervical cancer.

Cancer - Health - Pap test - Conditions and Diseases - Women's Health

Movie popcorn, soda = 3 burgers, 12 butter pats

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:45:18 GMT

Isn’t popcorn supposed to be a healthy snack? It can be, but watch out: One medium-popcorn-and-soda combo sold at a popular movie-theater chain has 1,610 calories and 60 grams of saturated fat — the equivalent of three McDonald’s Quarter Pounders with 12 pats of butter.

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Kate Moss’ use of pro-anorexia slogan draws ire

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:07:35 GMT

Campaigners against eating disorders criticized Kate Moss Thursday after the supermodel was quoted that her motto was "nothing tastes as good as skinny feels." The same slogan is posted on Web sites encouraging girls not to eat.

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Buy local, think healthy — it tastes sweeter

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:53:08 GMT

When it comes to greenhouse gas emissions, your dinner might be just as guilty as your car. Here, GreenDAY's Marisa Belger explains how eating with awareness — that is, considering how your food was grown, how it was packaged and where it traveled from — can be a powerful way to fight climate change.

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Video: Santa wants a swine flu shot

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:00:52 GMT

Nov. 20: Santas attending various Santa schools across the country are learning how to help not spread swine flu this holiday season. NBC's Michelle Franzen reports. (Today Show)

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Video: Bicycling seniors hit the road

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:10:28 GMT

Nov. 20: TODAY’s Jenna Bush Hager reports on some remarkable older Americans who have found a great way to keep healthy and keep a smile on their faces. (Today Show)

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6 celebrity fad diets you won’t believe

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:32:14 GMT

Vinegar shots. Cookie meals. Baby food. Many stars are embracing strange new diets — and it seems the crazier the better.

Baby food - Food faddism - Cook - Home - For Children

10 most dangerous toys of 2009

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:19:44 GMT

A foam rocket launcher, children's book and Batman and Wolverine action figures are among the most dangerous toys on store shelves, according to a consumer watchdog group.

Action figure - Batman - Wolverine - Shopping - Toys

Video: Senate Dems unveil $849 billion health plan

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:38:51 GMT

Nov. 19: Leading Republicans are vowing a tough fight on health care reform after Senate Democrats unveiled their $849 billion plan on Wednesday. NBC’s Kelly O’Donnell reports. (Today Show)

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Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:38:51 GMT

Video: Sebelius: ‘Keep doing what you’ve been doing’

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:26:53 GMT

Nov. 19: After days of concern, criticism and controversy over the new breast cancer guidelines, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius says women should keep doing what they’ve been doing. NBC’s chief medical editor, Dr. Nancy Snyderman, weighs in. (Today Show)

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Video: Experts answer your diabetes questions

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:46:43 GMT

Nov. 19: NBC’s chief medical editor, Dr. Nancy Snyderman, and Howard Steinberg, founder of dLife.com, answer viewers’ questions about diabetes. (Today Show)

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Video: Class of 2020 parents debate swine flu shot

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:04:12 GMT

Nov. 19: Parents of the Class of 2020 are weighing the pros and cons to decide what is best for their kids when it comes to the swine flu shot. (Today Show)

Influenza vaccine - Health - Conditions and Diseases - Infectious Diseases - Viral

7 strange plastic surgery procedures

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:07:52 GMT

Super-superficial “fixes” – offbeat procedures designed to fine-tune those near-perfect features – are also starting to attract consumer interest.

Surgery - Plastic surgery - Health - Medicine - Cosmetic and Plastic

Feed your libido! Get the better sex diet

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:32:00 GMT

Food has been used to express love for centuries. But some eats actually have sexual superpowers, like fueling your libido and enhancing your orgasms. Find out how to get the most out of your fruits, chocolate and even sushi.

Libido - Orgasm - Sexuality - Advice - Home

Shots on horizon for Alzheimer's, AIDS, herpes

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:16:18 GMT

Malaria. Tuberculosis. Alzheimer's disease. AIDS. Pandemic flu. Genital herpes. Urinary tract infections. Grass allergies. Traveler's diarrhea. You name it, the pharmaceutical industry is working on a vaccine to prevent it. Many could be on the market in five years or less.

AIDS - Health - Tuberculosis - Conditions and Diseases - Pharmaceutical industry

Video: Outrage over new breast cancer guidelines

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:33:45 GMT

Nov. 18: New guidelines in breast cancer screening are stirring controversy among the nation’s leading cancer groups, doctors and women of all ages. NBC’s chief medical editor, Dr. Nancy Snyderman, and Dr. Len Lichtenfeld of the American Cancer Society weigh in. (Today Show)

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Have questions about diabetes? Ask Dr. Nancy!

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:47:05 GMT

E-mail us, and Dr. Nancy Snyderman may answer your query live on air.
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Video: Sosa gets heat for lighter skin

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:03:49 GMT

Nov. 18: Former baseball star Sammy Sosa has been getting a lot of attention lately for his noticeably lighter skin. NBC’s Michelle Kosinski looks into the skin-lightening trend. (Today Show)

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Video: Dr. Nancy answers more mammogram questions

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:34:07 GMT

Nov. 17: TODAY's chief medical editor Dr. Nancy Snyderman answers some of the most common questions about a new recommendation that most women not get tested for breast cancer until age 50. (Today Show)

Breast cancer - Cancer - Mammography - Health - Breast

Video: ‘Biggest Loser’ trainer on achieving your best body

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:11:16 GMT

Nov. 17: “The Biggest Loser” trainer Jillian Michaels answers viewers’ fitness dilemmas as part of the special series TODAY’s Woman. (Today Show)

Biggest Loser - Jillian Michaels - Health - Fitness - Today

Video: Snyderman: Mammogram advice is ‘seismic shift’

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:20:46 GMT

Nov. 17: TODAY’s chief medical editor Dr. Nancy Snyderman talks with TODAY’s Ann Curry about the new recommendation that most women not get tested for breast cancer until after age 50. (Today Show)

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Video: Breast cancer test at 50, not 40, study says

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:27:18 GMT

Nov. 17: A new government study finds that women should wait until age 50 to get mammograms. TODAY’s chief medical editor Dr. Nancy Snyderman discusses this shift from the American Cancer Society’s long-standing advice. (Today Show)

Breast cancer - Cancer - Mammography - Health - Conditions and Diseases

Video: Heaviest ‘Biggest Losers’ voted off in double elimination

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:02:06 GMT

Nov. 17: Shay Sorrells and Daniel Wright talk with TODAY’s Matt Lauer about their tearful exits from “The Biggest Loser,” and how they plan to keep the weight off after the show. (Today Show)

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Say bye to the bulge! 8 flat belly shortcuts

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:13:17 GMT

You've worn in your walking shoes. You fill your grocery cart with healthy fare. And you're careful not to dive headfirst into a pint of ice cream under stress. Yet your belly fat remains. It's frustrating, for sure, but far from permanent! Prevention magazine reveals fast and simple ways to melt away that stubborn fat and get a flat stomach.

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Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:13:17 GMT

Sex infections still rising, especially in teens

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:44:48 GMT

American squeamishness about talking about sex has helped keep common sexually transmitted infections far too common, especially among vulnerable teens, U.S. researchers reported Monday.
Sexually transmitted disease - United States - Sexuality - Sex education - Health

Swine flu booster shots? Good luck with that

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:25:44 GMT

Government health officials say children younger than 10 need two doses of swine flu vaccine for full immunity, but providers facing shortages are limiting many to just one.

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11 ways to beat winter flab

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:13:28 GMT

The pounds we gain during the colder months tend to linger long after we shed our layers and welcome warmer temperatures. Here's how to keep them off in the first place.

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Video: Child deaths from swine flu rise

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:37:17 GMT

Nov. 16: While state health departments are starting to report a slowing of swine flu cases, experts say the number of American kids who have died from the virus is concerning. NBC’s Tom Costello reports and Dr. Roshini Raj of Health magazine weighs in. (Today Show)

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Video: Medical schools use actors for training

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:16:58 GMT

Nov. 16: In some medical training programs around the U.S., actors are being used to portray different ailments and give students hands-on training. TODAY’s Jenna Wolfe tries it out. (Today Show)

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Video: Walgreens offers free diabetes screenings

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:15:12 GMT

Nov. 16: TODAY’s Al Roker talks to Stacia Woodcock from Walgreens about how select pharmacies will offer free diabetes screenings. (Today Show)

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Video: How to keep your heart healthy

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:53:27 GMT

Nov. 13: TODAY’s Hoda Kotb tells the story of how one woman born with a congenital heart defect endured a risky surgery. Cardiologist Dr. Lori Mosca shares tips on preventing heart disease. (Today Show)

Heart disease - Health - Conditions and Diseases - Cardiovascular Disorders - Cardiology

Chimp attack victim reveals face on Oprah

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:59:20 GMT

The Connecticut woman who was mauled by a chimpanzee earlier this year is making her first public appearance on "The Oprah Winfrey Show."

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Achoo! Girl, 12, is sneezing 10 times a minute

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:44:08 GMT

Lauren Johnson, 12, has been sneezing about 10 times a minute for several weeks, and no one, including doctors, a psychologist and a hypnotist, seems to be able to stop it. “It gets old after a while," Lauren said between sneezes Wednesday.

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Ali Vincent on going from fat to ‘Biggest Loser’

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:36:32 GMT

In her memoir, the first female “Biggest Loser” winner reveals her intimate story of personal and physical transformation. Facing problems with food, family, stress and self-esteem, Vincent retraces the path that led to her unhealthy habits and a damaging relationship with food. An excerpt.

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How to stay healthy during flu season

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:35:19 GMT

But even as the flu season unfolds, there's much you can do to substantially lower your own risk of getting sick.

Health - Influenza - Infectious disease - Conditions and Diseases - Viral

Video: Doctor treats the uninsured

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:53:41 GMT

Nov. 12: While lawmakers continue to fight over health care reform, NBC’s Peter Alexander shares the story of one doctor who decided she couldn’t wait for Congress to take action. (Today Show)

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Video: Experts weigh in on women and pot

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:55:16 GMT

Nov. 12: According to a new study, 8 million women admitted to smoking marijuana in the past year. Dr. Julie Holland, author of “Weekends at Bellevue,” and addiction psychiatrist Dr. Hal Urschel weigh in on the findings. (Today Show)

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Video: Prevent diabetes in kids

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:01:40 GMT

Nov. 12: NBC’s chief medical editor, Dr. Nancy Snyderman, explains how diabetes impacts children. TODAY nutritionist Joy Bauer also shares some healthy eating tips. (Today Show)

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Video: Couple gets divorced to pay for health care

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:03:28 GMT

Nov. 12: As the intense debate over health care reform rages in Washington, many families have had to make hard decisions to ensure their love ones are insured. NBC’s Miguel Almaguer has the story of a loving marriage sacrificed for a daughter’s care. (Today Show)

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Va. teen suffers rare illness after swine flu shot

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:57:03 GMT

A 14-year-old Virginia boy is struggling to walk after coming down with a suspected case of Guillain-Barre syndrome within hours after receiving the H1N1 vaccine for swine flu. The cases raises anti-vaccine fears, but health officials see no link.

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It’s down to the final four on ‘Biggest Loser’

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:53:40 GMT

Can working out wear you out?

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:33:24 GMT

Is it true that exercising will eventually wear out your joints, heart or any other body parts? Should you wait after working out before showering? Smart Fitness answers your queries.

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Video: Germs that lurk in the workplace

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:07:23 GMT

Nov. 11: Joe Rubino, director of microbiology for Lysol products, takes a look at spots where germs lurk in the TODAY offices. (Today Show)

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Turbaconucken? 13 fattiest Thanksgiving dishes

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 19:48:04 GMT

From bacon-wrapped meatloaf to Krispy Kreme pudding, take a look at the fattiest and most shocking holiday dishes. The creators of "This is Why You're Fat" list greasy inventions that will both horrify and intrigue you.

Do you have advice on how to stop sneezing?

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:12:19 GMT

Do you have a remedy to help stop sneezing? What do you do to deal with a sneezing fit? Share your tips and advice!
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Is French kissing bad for you? Test your sex I.Q!

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:18:29 GMT

Were graham crackers invented to tame lusty libidos? Is a passionate kiss bad for your teeth? Take the Women's Health sex quiz to find out!

9 surprising places where germs lurk

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:25:24 GMT

Here are some surprising (and some icky) places where germs hang out — and what you can do to protect yourself.

Mon Dieu! French women do get fat, study says

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:16:38 GMT

Weight-watchers everywhere can breathe a sigh of relief. Contrary to their image as slim models of restraint, French women, it seems, really do get fat.
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Healthy ice cream? Scientists set out to create it

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:53:23 GMT

In what might seem to defy the laws of comfort foods, researchers are setting out to concoct a healthy, yes healthy, ice cream.

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Video: ‘Loser’ castoff: ‘I’ve done great at home’

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:56:38 GMT

Nov. 10: TODAY hosts talk to Tracey Yukich, the latest contestant to be eliminated on “The Biggest Loser,” about how the competition changed her and how she’s staying healthy at home. (Today Show)

Video: New debate on circumcision decision

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:08:56 GMT

Nov. 10: While many parents struggle with the decision to circumcise their baby boy, the CDC and the American Academy of Pediatrics are reviewing whether to endorse the practice. NBC’s Tom Costello reports. (Today Show)

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New treatment improving burned triplets’ scars

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 14:08:14 GMT

Chandra, Trae and Jordan Berns were just 17 months old when they suffered grievous burns in a fire. But today, at 22, they are undergoing a new laser treatment that is improving their scars and their mobility. "Our scars have gotten a lot smoother," Trae said Friday.

Stroller company announces major safety recall

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 22:02:06 GMT

Maclaren is recalling about 1 million umbrella strollers due to the possiblity of injury to children's fingers.

Video: A look at places where germs lurk

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 15:50:02 GMT

Nov. 9: Microbiology professor Philip Tierno and Joe Rubino, the director of microbiology for Lysol products, discuss some of the places where germs tend to lurk and ways to protect yourself. (Today Show)

Video: How to keep your memory sharp

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 16:06:42 GMT

Nov. 6: Prevention magazine’s Courtenay Smith shares important information about aging and memory. (Today Show)

Video: How to handle stress

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 14:31:36 GMT

Nov. 6: NBC’s chief medical editor, Dr. Nancy Snyderman, answers viewers’ questions on protecting yourself and your family from stress. (Today Show)

Video: Expert advice on health, exercise

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 15:39:29 GMT

Nov. 5: Prevention magazine’s Courtenay Smith answers readers’ questions about nutrition, dieting and exercise. (Today Show)

Video: Outrage grows over Wall Street’s flu vaccines

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 13:08:12 GMT

Nov. 6: There is growing criticism over the distribution of the swine flu vaccine following reports that some top firms on Wall Street received more doses than many hospitals. CNBC’s Trish Regan reports. (Today Show)

Amid shortage, big NYC firms get swine vaccine

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 20:39:47 GMT

Some of New York City's largest employers — including Wall Street firms Goldman Sachs and Citigroup — have started receiving some doses of swine flu vaccine.

6 foods that take a bite out of the flu

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 16:53:02 GMT

Boost your immunity with healthy recipes and simple advice from Epicurious and Dr. John La Puma, author of "ChefMD's Big Book of Culinary Medicine."

Video: Joy answers your diet questions

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 14:31:27 GMT

Nov. 5: Registered dietitian Joy Bauer answers viewers’ questions about nutrition and weight loss. (Today Show)

Chill: A little stress may help you live longer

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 13:38:16 GMT

Being frazzled can do nasty things to your bod. But in small doses, angst-provoking situations can improve your health, slow down the signs of aging, and even help you live longer.

‘Biggest Loser’s’ Abby: ‘Happiness is a choice’

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 14:36:49 GMT

Abby Rike was eliminated on season 8 of “The Biggest Loser,” but her story of carrying on after a terrible tragedy — the sudden deaths of her husband, young daughter and infant son — inspired the other contestants, as well as her own trainers. Here Abby shares why she auditioned and volunteered to go home, and gives advice for others dealing with personal challenges.

It’s down to the final four on ‘Biggest Loser’

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:53:40 GMT

9 diet tips that could be making you fat

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 19:47:59 GMT

You’ve heard that every rule has an exception, and that’s especially true when it comes to dieting. There’s lots of good, sound advice out there, but sometimes sticking to it too closely — and not considering the nuances — can get you into trouble.

Video: After election, Obama turns to health care

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 12:34:14 GMT

Nov. 5: President Obama heads to Capitol Hill today, trumpeting an important milestone for health care reform. Meanwhile, fresh off Tuesday’s elections, Republicans are talking about the rebirth of their party. NBC’s Savannah Guthrie reports. (Today Show)

Video: Answering your bed-related questions

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 15:59:02 GMT

Nov. 3: Prevention magazine's Courtenay Smith answers viewers' questions about everything related to your bed, from the best exercises to do to get a good night's sleep to ways to increase your libido. (Today Show)

Video: Choosing the right health care plan

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 14:08:53 GMT

Nov. 3: If your family is covered by an employer’s health insurance plan, it’s open enrollment season, which means it’s the time of the year to reassess your family’s health care needs. TODAY’s financial editor Jean Chatzky has tips for helping people make changes to their existing insurance options. (Today Show)

Video: Busting breast myths

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 14:54:15 GMT

Nov. 3: Thanks to early detection and preventive measures, deaths from breast cancer have decreased in recent years. Dr. Roshini Raj has a daily guide to breast health for all women. (Today Show)