Posted: Nov 19, 2020 / 08:57 PM CSTUpdated: Nov 20, 2020 / 06:20 AM CSTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.CHICAGO — Loyal WGN News viewers have watched Chief Meteorologist Tom Skilling’s weight loss for months. However, few know the struggles off the air that culminated in his transformation.In March, Skilling underwent gastric bypass surgery, but the procedure was just the beginning. In February, the meteorologist on Facebook.“As anyone who’s struggled to get weight off...…Posted: Nov 19, 2020 / 08:57 PM CSTUpdated: Nov 20, 2020 / 06:20 AM CSTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.CHICAGO — Loyal WGN News viewers have watched Chief Meteorologist Tom Skilling’s weight loss for months. However, few know the struggles off the air that culminated in his transformation.In March, Skilling underwent gastric bypass surgery, but the procedure was just the beginning. In February, the meteorologist on Facebook.“As anyone who’s struggled to get weight off...WW…

Reversing memory loss. This is the Holy Grail in brain research.First, scientists discovered they could slow aging brain cells.Using the same technique, now Salk Institute researchers say they halted memory loss and they are hoping to enroll patients in a clinical trial aimed at restoring memories and stopping cognitive decline.The key ingredient could be right in the field.Strawberries are filled with fisetin.Apples, onions and cucumbers carry the flavonoid as well.And while most who enjoy the fruits and vegetables are oblivious to the ingredient, Salk Institute researcher Dr. Pamela Maher...…Reversing memory loss. This is the Holy Grail in brain research.First, scientists discovered they could slow aging brain cells.Using the same technique, now Salk Institute researchers say they halted memory loss and they are hoping to enroll patients in a clinical trial aimed at restoring memories and stopping cognitive decline.The key ingredient could be right in the field.Strawberries are filled with fisetin.Apples, onions and cucumbers carry the flavonoid as well.And while most who enjoy the fruits and vegetables are oblivious to the ingredient, Salk Institute researcher Dr. Pamela Maher...WW…

Posted: Aug 10, 2020 / 10:31 PM CDTUpdated: Aug 10, 2020 / 10:31 PM CDTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.SARS-COV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, may wane once a vaccine is available. But that doesn’t mean a return to normal.Some new habits may stick around while we struggle through the summer, but are brighter days ahead?“I think summer 2025 in Chicago is going to look a lot more like summer 2019,” said University of Chicago Medicine infectious disease specialist Dr....…Posted: Aug 10, 2020 / 10:31 PM CDTUpdated: Aug 10, 2020 / 10:31 PM CDTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.SARS-COV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, may wane once a vaccine is available. But that doesn’t mean a return to normal.Some new habits may stick around while we struggle through the summer, but are brighter days ahead?“I think summer 2025 in Chicago is going to look a lot more like summer 2019,” said University of Chicago Medicine infectious disease specialist Dr....WW…

Posted: Apr 20, 2020 / 08:30 PM CDTUpdated: Apr 21, 2020 / 05:53 AM CDTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.The Brookfield Zoo is home to nearly 5,000 creatures big and small. If you’re missing the animals at the zoo, well, turns out the feeling is mutual.Tim Sullivan, Brookfield Zoo curator of birds, said on days when the temperatures reached the 60s and 70s, the zoo can see anywhere from 10,000 to 15,000 guests.But nowadays behind the gates at Brookfield Zoo, there was...…Posted: Apr 20, 2020 / 08:30 PM CDTUpdated: Apr 21, 2020 / 05:53 AM CDTThis is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated.The Brookfield Zoo is home to nearly 5,000 creatures big and small. If you’re missing the animals at the zoo, well, turns out the feeling is mutual.Tim Sullivan, Brookfield Zoo curator of birds, said on days when the temperatures reached the 60s and 70s, the zoo can see anywhere from 10,000 to 15,000 guests.But nowadays behind the gates at Brookfield Zoo, there was...WW…