Blog Entries about Obesity: The Cause

Let’s Talk … Why Are We Fat?

As Joan Rivers liked to say, “Let’s talk.” Many of us are interested in losing weight. In fact, we have become a Fat Society. So, let’s look at some of the factors making us fat.

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Had a Late Night Snack Attack Lately?

Have you ever eaten something you shouldn’t have, and then felt very guilty afterwards? You know you shouldn’t have indulged … but it was so good!

I was reminded of the hungry dieter’s plight last night, when...

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Is America's Favorite Pastime Making Us Fatter?

Eating out is the new national pastime. More popular than baseball, football, even the movies. We all love to eat out … and often.

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Your Couch Potato Instinct

No, you are not lazy. You work hard at your job, taking care of your family, managing your household. Then why do you have such a hard time with exercise?

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Willing to 'Kill' for Some Cheesecake?

If you have been known to go to great lengths for a pizza or a brownie, you recognize that avoiding comfort foods when on a diet is often anxiety-provoking. Apparently it’s no picnic for research mice either!

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