
Weight is one of those topics that makes almost everyone feel uncomfortable. Calling out a person's weight gain or loss not only puts them on the spot, but it can easily do a number on their self-esteem. If Thanksgiving is the holiday that brings your family together, chances are you'll be seeing some relatives you haven't seen for a while, so if they comment on your weight, here are some ways to hold your own.

Dear Sugar,
My boyfriend has gained about 15 pounds over the last year. He's mentioned it offhandedly on occasion, but doesn't seem to be doing anything about it. I haven't made a big deal out of it so far because I thought he'd lose it eventually, but now I'm not so sure and I'm worried.

A lot of us take our dinner right in front of the TV. Seems relaxing enough, but if your aim is weight loss then you may want to think about moving away from the TV.
New
research has found that kids who watched TV while eating lunch ate a whopping 228 extra calories than those who ate without the television on.

So you've really been trying hard to get in daily exercise and eat as healthy as possible but yet you're still not losing weight like you thought you would be. Don't give up, your new routine may not be at fault.
WebMD outlined some interesting (and lesser known)
reasons you may be gaining and not losing weight, and they may surprise you.

In a
study of 5,600 workers worldwide, 28 percent report they have gained more than 10 lbs. and 13 percent say they have gained more than 20 lbs., while in their present positions. Comparing genders, more women (52 percent) than men (46 percent) say they have gained weight at their current jobs — yikes.

Maybe you baked a lot over the holidays and are still dealing with the consequences of having so many yummy treats around. Or the lack of physical exercise due to icky weather combined with yummy treats lead to a little weight gain. So, what I am wondering is .

Do you ever ask yourself if
your job is making you fat? Well if so, you're not alone. For some easy tips on how to keep your waistline from expanding, click here to
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According to Glamour Magazine, a new British study found that chronically stressed women are 73% more likely to become obese than their more relaxed co-workers despite diet and exercise, so staying calm at work is critical
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Even though it seems like there aren't enough hours in the day, it's important to make friends at work. Not only will it give you a break from your job, but you will have someone to small talk with, gossip with, even commiserate with
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If your company stocks a lot of junk food in the kitchen, try to avoid it at all costs.

When I was growing up, I remember being in a bad mood and some stupid boy saying, "Oh, you must be on the rag!" That really pissed me off -- just because I'm not happy does not necessarily mean I have or am getting my period!!
With that said, right before I do get my
period, I do feel crappy and not myself.

I first read about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) in
You On A Diet and have been learning more about the condition as I meet more women living with it. There are many factors and medical conditions that can affect our appearance, weigh and fertility; Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is one of them. Although it is a relatively common condition, an estimated
1 in 10 women of childbearing years have it, PCOS is relatively unknown.