Drinking two glasses of water before each meal could help you shed excess pounds, according to a new study. Read the full story

Women need to exercise daily in order to maintain their current weight, without restrictive dieting. Read the full story

Diets that consist of a lot of fattening foods can raise the risk of stroke for women over the age of 50, new research shows. But doctors note the risk can be easily avoided. Read the full story

Saturated fats get a bad rap, but a new analysis of previously published studies has failed to find any clear link between how much saturated fat you eat, and the risk of developing heart disease. Read the full story

In this week’s episode of WLS News we’ll look at how some obesity studies may not be totally fair and balanced. Also, we’ll see a troubling connection between the obesity-forming habits of pet owners and their pets – and the health problems both can have in common. And we’ll find out just how quickly the American obesity saga may bankrupt Medicare in the coming years. Read the full story

Obesity rates could be fueled by the fad diet trend, according to a new survey. Read the full story

This week on WLS News, find out what one university is doing to fight obesity on campus — and how the school’s efforts could prevent a group of college seniors from graduating. Plus, get a closer look at a controversial weight loss pill that’s under scrutiny by the Food and Drug Administration – and not for the first time. Also, hear more about a new device that can improve the outcomes for gastric banding surgery. Read the full story

Control sugar and hunger levels by eating pistachios? Watch this week’s WLS News to find out what researchers are saying. Read the full story