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UPDATE — RETRACTION
We have been contacted by the subject of this post, Ms Smith, who requested that we remove her photo. She claims that those who did the original interview – Barcroft Media misled her, and details in the press are inaccurate.

She says “I am not the world’s fattest woman. My doctor did not say he wanted me to go to any zoo for a MRI. I am able to move, and roll on my own. I never said “the weight just creep[s] up on you” nor “I cannot exercise”.”

Out of respect for her wishes we have removed her photo. Please understand that Ms Smith is a real person. She reads the comments you write, and agreed to do a story so that it might serve as a warning to others to look after themselves.
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At 700lbs, Ms Smith, a 49-year-old woman finds herself in an urgent situation. In need of an MRI for her brain, she is unable to move, stand or roll on her own.

To make matters worse, even if she does manage to escape the confines of her home, she is far too big to fit in an MRI machine. They even considered using the MRI at the city zoo, but the zoo doesn’t have the appropriate accreditation to conduct MRI’s on humans.

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The dawning of another year often brings reflection on trends that arose in the year gone past, and also some speculation on what will be popular in the year to come.

This year is no different, with TIME Magazine recently revealing some of the highs and lows of the past 12 months.

So, what were the top 10 food trends in 2010, according to Time?

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The newest “Biggest Loser” was just announced on NBC last night and in case you missed it, Patrick House took the prize.

No one would argue that his 181 pound weight loss was astounding, but does winning Biggest Loser make one a dieting expert?

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Feel like eating chocolate? Some scientists reckon that by imagining tucking into your favorite candy bar, you can reduce the amount you end up eating.

A small-scale study carried out at Carnegie Mellon University in Pennsylvania, found that people who repeatedly imagined eating a food ended up eating less of it.

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Diet Drama is a new book that addresses body issues and is aimed at young women. Rather than another weight loss book, Diet Drama aims to arm women with realistic information, photos, an facts about their figures.

…most diet books are written by a fitness expert who wants to show off their hot bod, and the intent is usually good but it tends to be tinged with an invitation for jealousy and a hierarchy of health based on looks, which isn’t fair or healthy.

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The Lean Belly Prescription is a new book from Dr Travis Stork (M. D.). The urgent-care physician is focusing on visceral fat – adipose tissue that surrounds internal organs. A large amount of research has shown that belly fat carries more health risks than fat stored elsewhere – such as hips or thighs.

You know you have visceral fat if your gut is round and firm, your waist is bigger than your hips, or your Wranglers have a waist size of 40 or higher for men, and 35 or higher for women.

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If you liked our recent article on How to Avoid Overdoing it this Holiday Season, then you’re not alone as temptations to over-eat abound this time of year.

TipsonHealthyLiving.com brings us some more great strategies on How to Avoid the Over-Eating Trap. It’s OK to enjoy the holiday foods we all love, but in moderation.

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In Australia, a disturbing new trend is emerging: fast-food companies like Taco Bell and Hungry Jack’s are sending birthday vouchers direct to kids in the mail.

The Obesity Policy Coalition has been asking the Federal Government to ban direct mail to children, so far unsuccessfully.

The Obesity Policy Coalition includes organisations like the World Health Organisation (WHO), and Diabetes Australia, and campaigns on various diet-related issues. Their site explains:

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I hate stress. And I’m a mental case, so I don’t handle it very well. Lots of junk food, yelling at people, and watching Planes, Trains and Automobiles on loop.

Stress can wreak havoc on your body. Common symptoms of chronic stress include headache, insomnia, depression, high blood pressure, irritability, and I’ve always thought weight-gain was a risk too.

But a new study says stress has only a minor impact on weight-gain.

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My people, the Italians, have known for centuries that the Mediterranean diet keeps you fit and trim. It’s about time the rest of the world caught up. Fannulloni!

The Mediterranean diet includes foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts, olive oil, and moderate amounts of fish and wine, but very little saturated fats, like eggs, red meat, dairy products, and poultry.

And a new study says people who follow a Mediterranean diet may avoid putting on extra weight as they age.

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