Science Daily — Obesity is generally discussed in terms of caloric intake (how much a person eats) and energy output (how much a person exercises). However, according to a University of Missouri-Columbia scientist, environmental chemicals found in everyday plastics and pesticides also may influence obesity. Frederick vom Saal, professor of biological sciences in MU's College of Arts and Science, has found that when fetuses are exposed to these chemicals, the way their genes function may be altered to make them more prone to obesity and disease.

Low-Carb ChocoPerfection-Dipped Strawberries

You don't need me to tell you how amazingly delicious the fiber-rich, sugar-free, low-carb ChocoPerfection bars are. I've been a big fan of them for over a year now and will use them in all kinds of unique recipes (like my Stuffed Low-Carb Chocolate French Toast recipe) that call for chocolate (shouldn't that be like EVERY recipe?! HA!).After telling you about how great ChocoPerfection bars are poured over blueberries a few months back for some homemade low-carb Raisinets, did you also know that ChocoPerfection bars can also perfectly complement another low-carb fruit--STRAWBERRIES! Yep, you can enjoy the decadence of rich, mouth-watering chocolate as you dip this juicy and plump natural dessert into a pool of hot melted ChocoPerfection bars. Ooooo, mmmmm, holy cow! Oh my goodness, your mouth won't know what hit it!Special THANKS to our friends at Low-Carb Connoisseur for providing this outstanding healthy and nutritious recipe to make for your significant other after a romantic dinner, for your co-workers to show them how much you appreciate them, or at your next party.

Haredi gym makes for a workout with a difference

Picture the scene: A haredi man marches vigorously on a treadmill while reading from the Talmud; a woman dressed from head to toe in heavy, modest clothing participates energetically in a belly dancing class, the velvet snood covering her hair bobbing in time to the beat; and toned torsos move to a wordless music. Rows of prayer books instead of the usual modern magazines and books at the coffee bar.

You have just entered KosherGym in Jerusalem's Givat Shaul neighborhood, where anything goes in the name of tzniut (modesty) and fitness.

The capital's haredi community continues to demand a wider selection of leisure and lifestyle services. It started with a chain of gourmet restaurants across the city boasting superior kosher food and fine wines. Then came the opening of the first "kosher theater" at the Gerard Behar Center in July 2004.