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Deconstructing nutrition labels and easing grocery-aisle stress 10/02/2013 12:30pm • Kait Fortunato, special to wtop.com WASHINGTON - The nutrition facts label is a wonderful tool that allows you to take ownership over your food choices. But knowing what to look for on a food label can cause confusion among consumers. Reading nutrition labels can also be time consuming, especi Rental Report: Furry Friends and Apartment Life 10/01/2013 01:15pm • Editor’s Note: This biweekly sponsored column is written by Rick Gersten, founder and CEO of Urban Igloo, a rental real estate firm that matches up renters with their ideal apartments, condos or houses. Please submit any questions in the comments section or via email. When rent Berliner, Ervin Raise Concerns About Columbia Country Club Agreement 09/30/2013 04:50pm • An agreement to move the Purple Line 12 feet to save a few golf course holes has caused a bit of a stir in Rockville. Last week, the Washington Post reported that the Maryland Transit Administration, Montgomery County and Columbia Country Club in Chevy Chase reached an agreement to move the pl Intensity of exercise is more important than duration for weight loss 09/25/2013 04:17pm • Dr. Drew, One Minute Clinic Weightlifting mom-to-be stirs health controversy 09/20/2013 05:28pm • WASHINGTON -- A California mother-to-be is facing backlash after posting photos of herself weightlifting while eight months pregnant. Lea-Anne Ellison, 35, from Los Angeles, was two weeks from her due date when the pictures were snapped. "8 months pregnant with baby number 3 and CrossFit has Fly like an eagle with this video clip (Video) 09/20/2013 04:25pm • WASHINGTON -- If you've ever wanted to fly like an eagle, look no further than this new video uploaded on YouTube. A user by the name of Srachi strapped a light-weight GoPro camera on an eagle and recorded it soaring over Chamonix, France. The result is breathtaking views of the French Alps. Lose weight and improve performance with ‘explosive exercise' 09/19/2013 04:15pm • Josef Brandenburg, special to wtop.com WASHINGTON - "Explosive exercise" is one the few things that everyone should do once in a while, regardless of individual fitness goals. This type of rigorous activity can help accelerate fat loss, enhance athletic performance and improve balance. And on Wright Way: The Secret To Weight Loss 09/18/2013 02:35pm • Editor’s Note: This sponsored health and fitness column is written by Virginia Wright, founder of BbG Fitness, which offers group fitness classes around Arlington. Sign up for a free class today. Raise your hand if you’re happy with your current body weight. Stamp your fe Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2013 09/18/2013 10:11am • A new reason to keep your weight in check: to prevent migraine headaches Download Dr. Oz 9:10 p.m. - Greg McBride, senior financial analyst at Bankrate.com Download The Fed decides it's too soon to stop propping up the economy - bad news ahead? Almanac says get ready for colder, snowier winter 09/16/2013 08:17am • By RIK STEVENS Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. (AP) - The other jury is in: A second periodical used for everything from predicting the weather to helping people lose weight agrees that this winter's shaping up to be cold and snowy. The Dublin, N.H.-based Old Farmer's Almanac which, at 222, is b AP IMPACT: Many U.S. bridges old, risky and rundown 09/16/2013 08:02am • BY JOAN LOWY AND MIKE BAKER ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON (AP) -- Motorists coming off the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge into Washington are treated to a postcard-perfect view of the U.S. Capitol. The bridge itself, however, is about as ugly as it gets: The steel underpinnings have thinned s Mayweather dominates for easy decision win 09/15/2013 03:57am • By TIM DAHLBERG AP Boxing Writer LAS VEGAS (AP) - Canelo Alvarez proved nothing more than easy money for Floyd Mayweather Jr. Mayweather turned one of the richest fights ever into just another $41.5 million payday Saturday night, dominating Alvarez from the opening bell and winning a majority de Study: Infamous freshman 15 may actually be 3 09/10/2013 06:00am • WASHINGTON - It's a myth that college students gain 15 pounds during their first year away from home, studies have found. An Ohio State University study shows fewer than 10 percent of new students gained the infamous "freshman 15." Most gained about 3 pounds, while 25 percent actually lost Sunday, Sept. 8, 2013 09/08/2013 04:58am • 12:20 p.m. - Deborah Kotz, health blogger for Boston Globe Download Can a five minute, intense workout help prevent weight gain? Related information: Weekly challenge: Do five minutes of intense activity each day to prevent weight gain 2:20 p.m. - Debbie Cenziper, Wash Get through football season without gaining weight 08/29/2013 03:38pm • Lisa Reed, special to wtop.com WASHINGTON - Football season is finally upon us. It's time for fantasy leagues, Friday night lights and food. And while watching a game with friends around the television -- or tailgating outside the stadium before kickoff -- is no doubt fun, celebrating football