Licorice is not generally viewed as health food. In fact, for many people, it’s simply something to munch on at the movie theater. But, a variant of licorice may help lower cholesterol and reduce body fat, according to a new study. Read the full story

In the August 28, 2009 edition of WLS News, find out why an Indiana pizza shop was ordered to pay for an employee’s Lap-Band surgery after an accident, discover how the rate of childhood obesity has skyrocketed since the mid-’70s, and learn what some doctors think a high-fat diet can do to the mind. Plus, find out how a popular movie theater snack could boost your metabolism, and get ready for a surprising study showing how using food stamps can affect your BMI. Read the full story