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Has the U.S. obesity epidemic peaked? 03/13/2014 03:44am • WASHINGTON -- The country's obesity epidemic may have peaked. The Centers for Disease Control says that from 2003 to 2012, overall obesity rates remained stable. And there was a big reduction in obesity in children between the ages of two and five. That's relative, though - over the past 30 year Study finds link between teen obesity and learning gap 03/11/2014 01:21pm • WASHINGTON - New evidence shows that obesity can hurt the grades teen girls earn in school. Researchers in the UK compared the academic performance of 6,000 teens and found a grade gap linked to weight among the girls. Those in the study who were classified as clinically obese - those who are dang Will a high-protein diet send you to an early grave? 03/10/2014 11:45am • By Josef Brandenburg WTOP Fitness Contributor WASHINGTON - We're in the midst of a protein Paleo panic. A recent study made headlines when it claimed that eating high levels of protein can be as bad for you as smoking. Since the study's publication, many people have started to question thei Eastham’s Auto Repair Moving Elsewhere In Downtown Bethesda 03/10/2014 10:35am • Time is almost up for the Eastham’s Auto Servicenter on Wisconsin Avenue. But even as the gas stations of downtown Bethesda vanish under the weight of sky-high property values and ambitious redevelopment projects, the landmark auto repair shop will live on for at least another year — al WWBG: Bargain Bottles 03/07/2014 01:35pm • Editor’s Note: This column is sponsored by Georgetown Square Wine and Beer (10400 Old Georgetown Road). Last year, we wrote an article on great value wines for less than $10. As is the case with most great value wines, once discovered by the masses the price rises slowly each year to set Longer commute times take a toll on mental, physical health 03/06/2014 05:40am • WASHINGTON -- The D.C. area is home to some of the longest commute times in the country, and new research is showing more time commuting back-and-forth to work can have serious and lasting impacts on your mental and physical health. On average, people spend about 51 minutes a day commuting to and Md. man faces century in prison for child abuse 03/05/2014 04:21pm • WASHINGTON - A Montgomery County man faces the possibility of a century in prison after admitting he abused multiple children while living with a local family. Adderli Cruz-Rosario, 21, of Silver Spring, pleaded guilty to one count of child abuse in the first degree and four counts of child sex Was local Jack Russell terrier victim of snowy owl attack? 02/28/2014 09:54am • WASHINGTON -- Many area residents have marveled at the snowy owl population that has seemed to invade the region this season, but one Loudoun County family is not happy with the presence of one owl they say attacked their dog. Tracy Sheppard says a snowy owl attacked her 6-year-old Jack Russell Plastic surgery on the rise for Americans 02/27/2014 04:51pm • WASHINGTON -- A lot of Americans are shelling out big money for a little -- or not so little -- nip and tuck. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons says 15.1 million cosmetic plastic surgery procedures were performed in 2013. That's a 3 percent increase over 2012. There were substantial inc D.C.: Where the brainpower is 02/27/2014 06:00am • It pays to have a college diploma -- and preferably more than one. A worker who holds a bachelor's degree will typically earn 77 percent more than a colleague who didn't go beyond high school, says a new U.S. Census Bureau report. And a person with a master's degree will earn 17 percent more than an A battle with bulimia: Overcoming the disorder 02/25/2014 07:48pm • WASHINGTON -- Laura Porter was a high school senior when she developed an eating disorder. "I had trouble fitting in and I thought there was something inherently wrong with me," she remembers. "I thought if I just fixed my weight, that I could fit in and find a group of friends." By the time 5 tips to save money on pets 02/21/2014 02:06pm • Omama Altaleb, special to wtop.com WASHINGTON -- Food, medicine, vet care, treats and toys can add up to quite the bill at the end of the month. Despite the priceless pet moments, pet care is pricey. Dr. Katy Nelson, aka Dr. Pawz, a local veterinarian and host of "The Pet Show," shares her Council Members Want Cost Estimate Of Plowing Capital Crescent Trail 02/20/2014 05:30pm • A group of Montgomery County Council members wants two county agencies to prepare cost estimates for snow plowing on the Capital Crescent Trail. Councilmember Roger Berliner (D-Bethesda) on Thursday sent a letter to Department of Transportation Director Art Holmes and Montgomery Parks Director Mary How to sustain your weight loss 02/20/2014 12:57pm • Dr. Oz, The Daily Dose Vegetarian recipes meat-eaters will love 02/19/2014 02:41pm • Kait Fortunato Greenberg WTOP Health Contributor WASHINGTON - Five percent of Americans consider themselves vegetarian, and according to a Gallup study, single people are more likely to be vegetarian than those who are married. Following a strict diet -- whether gluten-free, nut-free or meat-f