Illinois debates banning diet and muscle supplements for teens
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There are a lot of things you can't buy here in Illinois until you're 18, like spray paint or fireworks, and that list is about to get a little bit longer.

Toxic friendship: Spotting red flags & setting boundaries | ChicagoNOW
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Sparked by news around Blake Lively and Taylor Swift?s friendship, some people online are discussing how their social circles impact their mental wellness. ?ChicagoNOW? hosts Anthony Ponce and Gabriella Premus discuss how to recognize red flags and set boundaries. ChicagoNOW is a fast-paced, conversational show that spotlights what?s trending in and around Chicago.

Better your brain at the Healthy Aging Resource Fair
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We're all focused on getting our bodies ready for summer but have you considered brain and body fitness?

What to know about hormone testing
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How do you know if it's time to get your hormones tested and checked? Dr. Shikha Jain breaks it down.

Obesity could affect 260M Americans by 2050, study warns

A study published in The Lancet projects that by 2050, nearly 260 million Americans, including 43.1 million children and adolescents, will be overweight or obese.

Dealing with sports stress
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Watching your favorite sports team can put you through a whirlwind of emotions. Here are some tips to help you deal with the stress.

How chocolate affects your skin
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With Halloween season upon us, an expert breaks down how chocolate affects a person's skin.

'Tour de Cure' set to raise funds for diabetes research in St. Charles

The Tour de Cure, an event organized by the American Diabetes Association to raise money for diabetes research and awareness, will take place next weekend in St. Charles.

How to get electrolytes naturally to stay hydrated
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A staggering 75% of the U.S. population is chronically dehydrated. Common solutions for electrolyte replenishment are normally Gatorade, Liquid IV, and Pedialyte. Certified Holistic Nutritionist Jamie Maitland says there are plenty of ways to get those electrolytes naturally from everyday fruits and veggies.

Tips for staying active and fit as you age
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Sandi Berger, certified fitness and health coach, breaks down several ways you can get moving and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago and Peloton announce partnership

The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago and Peloton announced a partnership Monday that will give YMCA members access to the perks of Peloton equipment and its apps at YMCA sites across Chicago.

The importance of a father's health, Chicago doctor weighs in
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Dr. Craig Garfield joined FOX 32 Chicago on Monday to talk about the important of a dad's health with Father's Day this weekend.

More Americans concerned about mental health and social media
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A new survey found that more Americans are worrying about social media's impact on their mental health. Fox Medical Team (Beth Galvin) Beth Galvin dives deeper into what these findings really mean.

Spreading BPH awareness during Men's Health Month
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June is Men's Health Month and doctors are spreading awareness about a common condition that develops in men. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate is very common and can be easily treated.