A midday round-up of bite-sized health news from around the country.
Fighting addiction: The cause of Whitney Houston's death has not been confirmed as an overdose, but her history suggests it's likely. (Time)
Pounds equal pimples?: Overweight young adults — particularly females — are significantly more likely to develop acne than those who are a normal weight, according to a new study. (New York Times)
Salt traps: Most Americans consume too much sodium, which can lead to a host of health problems. Avoid these hidden sources of salt to stay on the right track. (Yahoo)
Exercise reminder: Only one-third of doctors tell their patients to exercise. The figure, released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is far from public health goals. (L.A. Times)
Fat cat: Pets are obese, too. A new survey shows more than half of pets in the U.S. need to lose weight. (CBS News)
A Super Bowl ad took notice of the trend. Watch the commercial that chronicles one pudgy pup's weight loss below.
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