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Blessed are the skinny jeans. An Oregon church is apologizing for banning overweight and obese people from its worship team. Guidelines from the New Creation Church, a non-denominational Christian organization in the Portland suburb of Hillsboro, banned members with “excessive weight” from the team. “Weight is something that many people have to deal with,” the […]

Family Health

In 2011, African Americans were 1.5 times as likely to be obese as Non- Hispanic Whites. In particular, African American women have the highest rates…

Family Health

The issue of blacks and weight management continues to be a problematic topic. Studies say that four out of five black women are overweight or…

Family Health

According to the CDC, in 2011, African Americans were 1.5 times as likely to be obese as Non- Hispanic Whites. In particular, African American women…

Harvard University child obesity expert Dr. David Ludwig’s recent claim that some parents should lose custody of their severely obese children has sparked outrage among families and professionals across the country.

Harvard University child obesity expert Dr. David Ludwig’s recent claim that some parents should lose custody of their severely obese children has sparked outrage among families and professionals across the country.

Elev8 Health

Scientists say being fat can be bad for the bedroom, especially if you’re a woman.

Elev8 Health

Scientists say being fat can be bad for the bedroom, especially if you’re a woman.