Physical Effects Of Obesity
Health Encyclopedia: Morbid Obesity
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Mom, Dad, and Spinach
By Patrika Tsai , Health Expert...importance of the environment versus genetics in the obesity epidemic. Some genes have been... Read more »
Sleep More, Lose More Weight
By Florence Cardinal , Health Expert...Taveras, lead author of a long-term study on the effects of diet and lifestyle on children,... Read more »
Being Afraid To Move May Worsen Osteoarthritis and Obesity
By Dr. Jonathan Krant , Health Expert...investigators look to associate the psychological effects of pain fear and physical disability,... Read more »
Are You a Candidate for Obesity Surgery? Part 1
By Dr. Jeffrey Heit , Health Expert...2 of my blog, I will discuss the details and side effects of the two most routinely performed... Read more »
Go Ahead and Jump… or At Least Run
By Dr. Mark Borigini , Health Expert...of “Arthritis Care and Research” examined the effects of physical activity over time in... Read more »
Health Guide
Obesity Risks & Risk Factors
...lower risk for obesity, but prolonged breastfeeding had no effect. Nevertheless, given the healthful effects of breast feeding and the possibility that it may have even a slight impact on... Read more »Questions about Diabetes and Nutrition
...to eat a well-balanced diet, be physically active and maintain a healthy weight. Being overweight or obese puts you at an increased risk for Diabetes, and if you are overweight with a family... Read more »Causes of Obesity: Biological and Medical Causes
...ovarian syndrome, a hormonal disorder in women. Click the icon to see an image of polycystic ovaries.Effects of Certain MedicationsSome prescription medications contribute to weight gain, usually... Read more »Obesity Related Complications
General Adverse Effects of Obesity. Obesity, defined as a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or over, accounts for nearly 300,000 deaths in the U.S. each year. It is associated with more... Read more »Chapter 1: What Can Exercise Do for Me?
...increase your metabolism, helping to keep your weight and blood sugar in check. That’s important because obesity and diabetes are major health problems for older adults. Studies suggest that... Read more »Images
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Less Activity = Fatter Kids
March 26, 2007(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- It stands to reason kids who get less exercise are at risk for obesity. But because many of these kids also tank up on junk... Read summary »
Cancer Survivors With Bad Health Habits Need a Little Nudge
August 06, 2009(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- More than half of the estimated 11 million cancer survivors in the United States are aged 65 or older. There are relatively few... Read summary »
Exercise a Wash for Knee Pain
April 04, 2007(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Don't blame your knee pain on exercise. Physical activity neither hurts nor helps when it comes to knee osteoarthritis (OA),... Read summary »
Obese Women Should Not Gain Weight During Pregnancy
October 31, 2007(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- New research shows obese pregnant women need to stop eating for two. Researchers highlight the need for new guidelines and... Read summary »
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