Metformin may help obese teenagers with their weight loss goals, even if they don’t have diabetes, new research shows. Read the full story

This week on WLS News, find out how metformin could help teens who struggle with obesity, even if they don’t have diabetes. Plus, saturated fats get a bad rap, but new research indicates the risks may be overstated. We’ve got the details. We’ll also tell you why parents often don’t recognize when their kids are overweight, how the street where you grow up could affect your waistline, and what first lady Michelle Obama is doing to beat the epidemic of childhood obesity in America. All of these stories and more in this week’s report! Read the full story

A flavonoid found in grapefruit can reduce fat and curb obesity, according to a study out of the University of Western Ontario. In fact, researchers say citrus could prove to be a weapon in the fight against diabetes. Read the full story