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Tuesday, February 19, 2013  People living in the Southeastern United States have a higher risk of stroke than those in other parts of the country, according to researchers.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  Weight management is a constant struggle for lots of people.

Wednesday, December 05, 2012  The Twelve Days of Fitness have just started at Pivotal Fitness in Columbia, where they're "giving the gift of guilt free endulgence" this holiday season.

Friday, November 02, 2012  A recent study of data from the Centers for Disease control and prevention showed women who consider food labels when selecting groceries weigh nearly nine pounds less than women who don't read labels. Men who read food labels are also thinner than those who don't, according to the study.

Wednesday, October 10, 2012  Myrtle Beach City Council has approved a standard prayer to be offered at public meetings.

Wednesday, August 15, 2012  The University of South Carolina has been given a $10 million grant to study how dietary supplements can be used to treat inflammation. The award from the National Institutes of Health comes after the group gave the university $6 million that led to research that showed some dietary supplements can reduce inflammation.

Tuesday, June 05, 2012  People with the sweet tooth have a tough battle to overcome.

Wednesday, February 22, 2012  A new study by researchers in South Carolina has found that the further young Mexican-Americans move away from the dietary habits of their native culture, the more weight they gain.

Tuesday, February 21, 2012  BI-LO has launched a new and innovative free field trip initiative chain-wide called the BI-LO Food Detectives Program, which is focused on helping children make healthy eating choices.

Wednesday, November 23, 2011  They sound too good to be true. Detox diets promise if you drink some weird concoction, you’ll lose ten pounds in a week.

Thursday, October 13, 2011  From grease to sweets, the South Carolina State Fair has it all when it comes to those bad-for-you foods.  And it's not just your traditional treats like funnel cakes, corn dogs and caramel apples.  Food vendors are taking it to a whole new level when it comes to their creations.

Wednesday, July 13, 2011  Chain restaurants commit to adding healthier items to children's menus

Thursday, June 23, 2011  If you're planning to take a dip in your swimming pool this summer experts say don't forget about the bacteria.

Thursday, May 12, 2011  Lake Carolina Early Learning Center focuses on teaching its student healthy lifestyles.  The school recently started a weekly fitness program.

Friday, March 25, 2011  The city now offers public access to a variety of gardens throughout the community.