I saw a television interview on WSJ’s “Lunch Break” where Shirley Wang discussed the horrifying trend resulting from weight loss efforts targeting children. As anti-obesity campaigns increase, childhood obesity has decreased, and childhood eating...
Read moreRemembering James Gandolfini
This week I’m thinking about consequences with the death of James Gandolfini at the age of 51. Known for his struggle with obesity as much for his portrayal of Tony Soprano in the HBO television series, Gandolfini openly discussed his weight and...
Read moreIf Cigarette Advertising Can Be Regulated, Why Not For Junk Food?
Should junk food ads be banned from television shows directed at children? Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal thinks so. On Monday, he joined three other senators in writing a letter to the station requesting that they introduce a clear...
Read moreSummer's Here
It’s that time of year. Summer is almost here and many of us are planning vacations, special events, celebrations, trips to the beach and some down time. While you’re making plans, consider some changes. If you’re struggling to help your family...
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