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by Hillary Crosley onMarch 15, 2013
New York's plan might create healthier choices for black consumers, so why fight it?
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by Genetta M. Adams onMarch 14, 2013
If you want to reduce obesity rates, go after the companies that use science to drive us to overeat.
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by Risa Lavizzo-Mourey onNovember 2, 2012
Writing at The Root DC, Risa Lavizzo-Mourey, president and CEO of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, warns of the epidemic's impact now and in 2030.
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by Jenée Desmond-Harris onSeptember 26, 2012
Forget the phrase "big-boned" and focus on daily fuel goals, says the Biggest Loser winner.
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August 13, 2012
Uncover the best tips for living healthy in America's largest metropolitan areas.
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by Jenée Desmond-Harris onJuly 25, 2012
The Root spoke to the tennis superstar about her off-court battle: fighting obesity in America.
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by Jenée Desmond-Harris onJuly 10, 2012
The celebrity doctor says we must realize that what's beautiful to us isn't always healthy.
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by Jenée Desmond-Harris onJune 25, 2012
We spoke to Dr. Olajide Williams, who uses rap music to combat obesity among African Americans.
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May 4, 2012
Join The Root and Dominique Dawes on May 12 in Landover, Md., for solutions and fun.
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February 19, 2010
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