A Punta Gorda man has been charged with lacing the food and drinks of a niece and nephew with antidepressants, police said. ...more

December 13, 2008

High blood pressure is tough but can be helped if you're willing to check food labels. ...more

December 6, 2008

Brenda Wiseman took part in the TBO Weight Loss Challenge in January 2007, and has continued to lose weight. ...more

November 20, 2008

New research chronicles the increase in the number of children taking prescription medication to treat common weight-related diseases. ...more

November 12, 2008

Think achy joints are the main reason we slow down as we get older? Blame the brain, too: The part in charge of motion may start a gradual downhill slide at age 40. ...more

November 4, 2008

Darryl Schumacher, 55, Plant City Height: 5-foot-10 ...more

October 16, 2008

The Local Motion events are designed to offer downtown workers an enjoyable and invigorating walk that fits into the workday. ...more

October 9, 2008

When Gaye Lamar had her second miscarriage three months ago, she didn't think about all the reasons why. ...more

September 28, 2008

EVENTS OVEREATERS WORKSHOP: Overeaters Anonymous will present a workshop on overeating from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday at the Rainbow Club, 3644B Henderson Blvd., Tampa. Donations are accepted. Visit www.oa.org or call (727) 487-3207. ...more

September 13, 2008

It is not unusual to see a 300-pound lineman in the NFL or playing for a major college program. ...more

September 12, 2008