Way to Shrink, Grow Fat Is Found

Tests Also Show Link to Stress

Scientists reported yesterday that they have uncovered a biological switch by which stress can promote obesity, a discovery that could help explain the world's growing weight problem and lead to new ways to melt flab and manipulate fat for cosmetic purposes. Full Story »

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by Patricia Blochowiak - Oct. 1, 2008

The sensational headline detracts from a reasonably good story about a valuable reasearch study, as does leading with the most sensational aspect of the story. Even though the importance of diet and exercise are mentioned, they are mentioned only briefly at the very end of the story, a place where most people's eyes are never found. And the importance of stress-reduction is never mentioned.

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