Skechers’ claims that its toning shoes can shape up your glutes have the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) … ahem … riding Skechers’ booty. So if you bought Skechers Shape-ups, Resistance Runner, Toners, or Tone-ups you might be able to get your money back. Read more…

Do you have a hard time eating healthy? A new national poll in the June 2012 issue of Consumer Report’s ShopSmart magazine finds a lot of people do. Why? Here are the top five reasons from the women surveyed… and tips from FatFighterTV on how to move past them. Read more…

The National Restaurant Association added Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar and Chick-fil-A to its Kids LiveWell program this week, bringing the number of restaurants in the program to 96. To be a part of Kids LiveWell, restaurants have to offer at least one children’s meal (an entrée, side and beverage) that is 600 calories or less and has two or more servings of fruit, vegetables, grains, lean proteins and/or low-fat dairy.

I’m always looking for new salad dressing combinations that are fresh and healthy. Here’s one that includes avocado and nonfat yogurt for a creamy cool blend. Thanks to our friends at EatingWell Magazine for sharing.    Read more…

I’m still a little numb from the words: You have high cholesterol.

The lab results from my doctor’s office were in. And I was stunned. High cholesterol? Me??? How is this possible? I eat healthy. I exercise. But my genes. Those dang genes. I’ve always known my healthy lifestyle was my ammunition to fight them. But something’s not working. I have to fight harder. Read more…

Despite optimistic healthy trends like these, a new report finds about 32 million more Americans will become obese by 2030, increasing obesity rates to 42 percent of the U.S. population. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also predicts the number of Americans who are severely obese (more than 100 pounds overweight) will reach 11 percent, about double the current rate.

It seems there are more and more efforts to stem obesity rates. So, why do you think they are still predicted to climb?

The acid in energy and sports drinks can do some irreversible damage to your teeth, according to a new study in the journal General Dentistry. The report finds these beverages have so much acid in them that they start destroying teeth after only five days of consistent use.

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Whoever came up with egg mugs was really on to something. These quick breakfasts make the perfect on-the-go meals. And clean-up is a breeze since you mix, cook, and eat everything in the same mug (or measuring cup, in my case). My current favorite ingredients are black beans and tomatoes mixed with Egg Beaters 100% All Natural Egg Whites. Add some spices and you’re good to go. Read more…