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A weight loss program developed at LSU has garnered national attention for its effectiveness and ease of use.

Researchers at the LSU facility found that our metabolism does change with age, just not when you might think it does.

The new program takes 3 to 5 minutes a day and it's as easy as doing elementary school math.

A new review of weight loss programs finds a Louisiana diet is one of the best for those who love food but want to be healthier.

The Pennington Biomedical Research Center will soon be looking for recruits to begin this study on exercise and health.

LSU researchers have released a study that indicates opting out of a soft drink or a dessert every day can really improve your chances of not getting heart disease.

New ideas for keeping your kids safe at school are going to be developed at LSU.

LSU research suggests that walking for as little as ten minutes a day can have a dramatic impact on your personal well being.

Could a homegrown meal replacement shake made from milk be the answer for Louisiana's obesity problem?

A Louisiana research facility is looking for volunteers to help it determine how much exercise is needed to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

There is something we can do now. This solution is much better and simpler than the higher medical costs and potential health issues of the future.

A study from LSU indicates that kids do mimic what they see on TV. Could this revelation lead to healthier eating across the state?

Here's a chance for your child to be a part of a study about better health and video games. LSU's Pennington Biomedical Research Center needs kids to play video games for science.

Could a simple substance contained in grapes hold the key to ending one of the most cruel maladies for all of mankind?

A new program designed to teach teachers how to motivate and educate children who are dealing with obesity begins this fall.

Louisiana sits at the top of another less than flattering list. Our state ranks third behind Mississippi and West Virginia as the most obese states in the nation.

The late night hours could be killing you, even if you're getting enough sleep later in the day.

How can we teach our kids healthy eating habits and the values of exercise and proper nutrition in a state where food is so entrenched in the lifestyle?