Does Loss Of Sleep Cause Obesity?
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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 chronic health problems than smoking, heavy drinking, or being poor. Furthermore, given the current increase in obesity, it will surpass smoking as the most important preventable cause of death in America.
Some studies indicate that the following health risks by body mass:
- The lowest risks for heart disease,...
Expert & Community Posts
Obesity and Sleep Apnea: What's the Connection?
By Dr. Jeffrey Heit , Health ExpertSleep apnea is a dangerous and growing problem in the U.S. It is also inextricably related to the... Read more »
What You Should Know About Sleep Apnea: A Guide to the Basics
By Florence Cardinal , Health ExpertSleep Apnea - What is it? Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which the victim stops breathing... Read more »
Sleep Apnea and Athletes
By Florence Cardinal , Health Expert...Journal of Medicine, this might well be the case. Sleep apnea affects about 4% of the general... Read more »
Sleep - A Healthy Choice for the Elderly
By Florence Cardinal , Health Expert...Future." One of those choices should be for better sleep. The Need for Sleep The elderly... Read more »
Obese Children and Sleep Disordered Breathing
By Florence Cardinal , Health Expert...thought to be a disorder of older, overweight males, is sleep apnea. A study published in the... Read more »
Health Guide
Obesity Risks & Risk Factors
...due to the increase in obesity. Obesity in children is also linked to asthma, gallbladder problems, sleep apnea, and liver abnormalities. Childhood obesity may be partly responsible for the... Read more »Surgery for Weight Loss
...people and may reduce heart problems and many of their risk factors, including high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and diabetes. In fact, some evidence suggests that surgery may provide much greater... Read more »Type 2 diabetes Diet: Lifestyle Changes
...should test their blood regularly. The procedure is quite simple and can often be done at home.Improving SleepSome research suggests that not getting enough sleep may impair insulin use and... Read more »Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Diagnosis
...a number of joints without redness or swellingIntense or changing patterns of headachesUnrefreshing sleepAfter any exertion, weariness that lasts for more than a day2. The fatigue must be severe... Read more »Heart Attack Risk Factors
...evidence that excess iron levels in people without hemochromatosis can contribute to heart disease.Sleep Apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea is a condition in which tissues in the upper throat collapse... Read more »Images
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Related News
Sleep Linked to Weight
August 08, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new study adds to growing evidence that sleep is associated with weight. The research finds children and teens who sleep less... Read summary »
Diabetes and Sleep Apnea Linked
June 01, 2009(Ivanhoe Newswire) ? Obese people with type 2 diabetes might want to get checked out for sleep apnea as well. According to Temple University... Read summary »
Drug Could Fight Sleep-Related Obesity
May 21, 2009(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Could the way you sleep be linked to how much you weigh? Scientists from Merck Research Laboratories say they believe the... Read summary »
Treating Obesity as an Addiction?
August 28, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Using a drug designed to fight drug addiction may be helpful in combating obesity. Vigabatrin, a drug designed as a potential... 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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