Boyfriend’s stinginess raises concerns

DEAR HARRIETTE: My boyfriend is incredibly stingy. We get along well in many ways, but when it comes to money, he’s not what I expected. He never offers to pay for our dates. It’s not that I mind splitting the bill sometimes, but I’ve noticed that he never makes any effort to treat me, even on special occasions.

BMI being phased out in favor of BRI

Dear Doctors: I’ve heard there’s a test that’s more accurate than BMI. Do you know what that is? My daughter is 17 years old, plays tennis, lifts weights and has a sporty build. She’s not overweight, but her BMI of 26 says she is. It upsets her, and it really doesn’t make sense.

Secret egg freezing causes marital guilt

DEAR HARRIETTE: I’m in my early 30s, and for as long as I can remember, I’ve dreamed of having kids. My husband, however, is not on the same page – he’s made it clear that he’s not ready for children and may never be.

Walking program alleviates back pain

Dear Doctors: I threw out my lower back two years ago while I was helping my cousin move. My back would feel better for a while, but then the pain would always come back. I noticed that since I started a walking program, that cycle stopped. Do you know why that would be?

Trump is becoming more popular

It’s hard to measure the intensity of negative media coverage of former President Donald Trump, but it’s safe to say it’s rising as Election Day approaches. What’s interesting to note is that in the face of unrelentingly negative coverage – at a high level now, but negative for a long time – the public views Trump more favorably than it has since he entered politics.

Husband’s weight gain affecting family

DEAR HARRIETTE: My husband and I have been married for 10 years. When we first got together, he was active and in great shape. Over the years, he has gained a significant amount of weight, and his chronic obesity has now become a huge wedge in our relationship. I still love him deeply, but this drastic change in his health has impacted many aspects of our lives, and I find myself growing frustrated.

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