For many people boredom can trigger behaviors for which there is a strong immediate biological basis for pleasure. The obvious one is eating. Others include alcohol, cigarettes, drugs, and sex.

He was shocked when his weight reached 360 pounds, so he decided to make a diet change as part of his weight-loss strategy.

Weight loss is complex, often impeded by factors beyond diet and exercise. Fitness coach Emma Hooker's story highlights this; ...

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Some people say dogs eat grass when they are nauseous to throw up. Others say it's because the dogs are hungry or bored. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. According to PetMD ...

I tried to cook all of my meals at home for a month. I saved money, felt better, lost weight, and learned great tips and easy ...

Alarmed by his growing weight and the toll it was taking on his health, Tom Carroll lost 132 pounds in a unique way: eating a Chick-fil-A salad every day. He’s been following that routine for ...