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A McDonald's Big Mac and French Fries. (credit: Paul J. Richards/AFP/Getty Images)

Viral Video: What 2000 Calories Looks Like

Ever wondered what 2,000 calories looks like? This video breaks it down in terms of your favorite foods, including bacon, eggs, and Big Macs.

KRLD–2013/03/27

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Researchers Try To Separate Obesity Fact & Fiction

Researchers who reviewed the science behind some widely held obesity beliefs found it lacking. Their report says dogma and fallacies are detracting from real solutions to the nation’s weight problems.

2013/01/31

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Coca-Cola To Address Obesity For First Time In Ads

Coca-Cola became one of the world’s most powerful brands by equating its soft drinks with happiness. Now it’s taking to the airwaves for the first time to address a growing cloud over the industry: obesity.

2013/01/14

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McDonald’s To Post Calories Nationwide

The world’s biggest hamburger chain said Wednesday that it will start posting calorie information on restaurant and drive-thru menus nationwide starting on Monday.

2012/09/12

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Fitness Tracker Wristband A High-Tech Way To Stay Fit

If you’re trying to lose weight or simply improve your overall health, studies show tracking your activity may help you reach your goals. A recent report shows that people who use a pedometer nearly double the number of leisure steps they take on a daily basis.

2012/05/22

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One-Of-A-Kind Digital Nutrition Kiosk At North Texas McDonald’s

For the health curious, fast-food eater in Richardson there’s a new interactive, digital kiosk at one McDonald’s location.

2012/02/23

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No More King-Sized Snickers: Company To Set Calorie Limit

Fans of king-sized Snickers and Twix bars may want to stock up. The candy maker Mars Inc. reportedly is planning to impose a 250-calorie limit on its chocolate products by the end of next year.

2012/02/16

A breakfast, comprised of (L-R) soft-boiled eggs, coffee, and toast. (credit: Getty Images/Tengku Bahar/AFP)

Will Eating A Big Breakfast Make You Skinny Or Fat?

Of recent years, common advice has been to eat a big breakfast because it helps to jump start your metabolism and eat fewer calories. According to a new study, at least half that equation may be toast.

CBSDFW.COM–2011/01/17

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