Fat-free but getting fatter

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Diet-conscious Americans have been binging on snacks and convenience foods that are advertised as low-fat or fat-free. However, statistics show that the average American has grown fatter despite this propensity. While such foods have less fat, they may actually contain more calories in other forms.

Author: Fraser, Laura
Health aspects, Analysis, Nutrition, Low-fat diet, Low fat diet, Food habits, Americans

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The death of dieting

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Research has shown that the best way to lose weight permanently is to exercise and choose low-fat foods. Commercial diet programs claim to support these lifestyle changes, but in actuality they still emphasize low-calorie diets and quick weight loss.

Author: Fraser, Laura
Evaluation, Reducing clinics, Weight loss industry, Diet industry

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What's next in treatment

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Advances in breast cancer research have yielded new information about therapies, preventive measures and diagnostic methods. The research includes the use of tamoxifen, high-fiber diets, positron scans and taxol.

Author: Fraser, Laura
Care and treatment, Breast cancer

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