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Tuesday, May 07, 2013  A spokesman says New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie underwent gastric band surgery in February to try to lose weight.

Saturday, December 01, 2012  Researchers say it's not the surgery, but following post-op diets that makes the difference

Wednesday, October 17, 2012  Researchers at the University of Chicago are uncovering why a good night's sleep can be just as important as food or exercise in controlling our weight.

Wednesday, October 03, 2012  A new report says dozens of weight loss and immune-boosting supplements on store shelved are making illegal claims that they cure or treat disease.

Saturday, July 21, 2012  What you eat can affect not only your weight, but your risk of heart disease

Thursday, June 28, 2012  For the first time in 13 years, the Food and Drug Administration has approved a new diet drug.

Thursday, May 17, 2012  Low self-esteem can be a problem for children and teens, and overweight young people are even more susceptible. So how can you help kids lose weight and feel better about themselves?

Friday, May 04, 2012  Bathing slippery, squealing newborn babies is one of nurse Jean Reilly's favorite duties during shifts at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston.

Friday, March 23, 2012  Exercising is important for your health, but not always something we're excited to do. But what if you could sit in front of the TV and get the benefits of going to the gym?

Saturday, March 03, 2012  It's much harder if you do it on your own

Wednesday, February 29, 2012  For the first time since the surgery that changed his life, morning radio host Ted Long is opening up to CBS 5’s Michael Benny in a live, extended interview. Long will appear Wednesday evening during CBS 5 at 5:30 to share his story of losing more than one hundred pounds thanks to weight loss surgery.

Wednesday, January 04, 2012  A Central New York native made his television debut Tuesday night on the Biggest Loser on NBC 3.

Monday, December 05, 2011  Are you sick of yo-yo dieting? If you've been struggling with your weight, you may want to try this unconventional approach.

Tuesday, November 08, 2011  When Jay Wornick's wife said they both should lose some weight as a New Year's resolution, he took up the challenge. Ten months later, he's 200 pounds lighter.

Saturday, April 09, 2011  Your brain sees food as a stress reliever, making it harder to lose pounds