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22nd September 2009
Managing early childhood obesity can be easier than you think. This is especially true if you are aware of the peculiarities of childhood obesity. Once you are aware of these details, there are many things you can do as a parent to stop it form ruining yo... Read >
Author: Anthony Wagner21st September 2009
The psychological effects of dieting are also important to consider. Concern about the negative consequences of weight loss was sparked, in part, by an experimental study conducted with normal-weight men who were rapidly reduced to 75 percent of their ini... Read >
Author: sulamita21st September 2009
Before jumping into a diet, you must determine your ideal weight. This will be your guide on your weight loss journey. “Fast” weight loss doesn’t imply that you drop 50 pounds overnight; a few pounds can take months to shed and for obese individual... Read >
Author: wbdoyle18th September 2009
Current trends and statistics show that people are making healthier decisions at the grocery store. In fact, according to a recent survey by the Grocery Manufacturers of America, "73 percent of primary grocery shoppers reported they were buying more nutr... Read >
Author: wbdoyle08th August 2009
For patients, finding stretch mark treatment in Florida is best accomplished by researching the problem, understanding its solutions and determining which clinic best fits the patient’s needs. Clinics that offer the latest technology and offer a comfort... Read >
Author: Justin DiMateo03rd August 2009
If reducing your weight is something you want to achieve and have thought about weight loss surgery then you need to consider the information in this article. Firstly is it possible to prevent future weight gain by putting yourself on a well-known weight ... Read >
Author: redzwan1331st July 2009
Results from a recent study suggest a behavioral weight loss program can convey both physical and psychological benefits.
A 6-month program among depressed participants resulted in a loss of 8 percent of their initial weight, improved symptoms of depre... Read >
Author: Franklin16th July 2009
There are different kinds of herbal diet pills sold in the market today; each has its own unique qualities to help in your weight loss program, as well as keep your body in top shape. Dieters who are keen to using this alternative solution to achieve the ... Read >
Author: thonyodwens11th July 2009
Obese in simple terms means an excess of fat, usually in the absence of underlying disease, except in a few cases where hormonal disturbance can be held responsible for it. Life insurance companies have defined obesity in terms of risk to life from the av... Read >
Author: John Adison09th July 2009
There are dozens of herbal diet products you can use to help you in your weight loss program. Let's face it; controlling food intake is not a great way to start a diet and spending hours after hours in the gym doing strenuous reps and sets of exercise rou... Read >
Author: thonyodwens09th July 2009
Who doesn’t want to live fit and fine? But who doesn’t have one or other type of health problem? As the medical science is advancing towards greater health benefits to humane so are growing mental and physical diseases; high cholesterol, heart problem... Read >
Author: cheap07th July 2009
Not everyone has the determination and diligence to finish their weight loss program. Quite a lot of these hardy dieters quit even before reaching their goal. The most common hurdle experience by these individuals is their eating habits -- their lifestyle... Read >
Author: thonyodwens04th July 2009
No one ever said that losing weight is easy; the determination to get rid of your excess weight and achieve a healthier and leaner body is needed if you want to see it through the end. But many find their hard determination starting to soften up to give i... Read >
Author: thonyodwens30th June 2009
The number of obese individuals in the world is steadily increasing. It is no surprise that obesity is now the 2nd leading reason for death. It is related to an increased mortality rate of every age, even including children.It is well known that 80 -90% o... Read >
Author: Sally Pruitt28th June 2009
The bane of many dieters today is their eating habits. We can never deny the fact that our craving for luscious and delectable cuisines, especially those of our favorites, can put a dent on our weight loss program. Dieters from all over the world suffer f... Read >
Author: thonyodwens22nd June 2009
The evolution of technology has made it possible for an individual to achieve the perfect beauty. Overweight and obese individuals can make use of modern methods to get rid of their excess fat without having to wait for long to get the expected results. I... Read >
Author: thonyodwens22nd June 2009
One of the problems faced by a modern individual is eating -- especially if they are concerned about their weight. Overweight and obese individuals fail to achieve quality results with their weight loss program since they can't seem to find the right dete... Read >
Author: thonyodwens01st June 2009
Our minds just don't get the pats on the back they so aptly deserve. They're there always kind of like our shadows are. They work hard for us, they have provided all kinds of decisions, they work to pick us up out of our doldrums, they function as Self-... Read >
Author: Pat Matson16th April 2009
The population of overweight and obese individuals in the United States and all over the globe is rising very quickly to dangerous levels. Heart ailments have become the number one killer, together with cardiovascular diseases. You should know that the da... Read >
Author: Mike15th April 2009
Many people who are overweight or obese also struggle with the added stress of not feeling like they should be eating the foods that they crave. Added to this stress is the feeling that they should be in control and should have the power to resist temptat... Read >
Author: ronspallone09th April 2009
Maybe you losing weight comes down to the simple question, “Do you think you are worthy to?”
For twenty years I have counseled thousands of people on weight loss. Athletes, obese individuals, movie stars, and kids. No matter who the person is, no ... Read >
Author: cebotari vlad09th March 2009
Words like "dieting", "low fat" and "low carbs" are scary to most of us. It is because almost all of us think that that the key to healthy living is an outcome of rigorous dieting, where you are asked to strictly adhere to the low carbs and low fat diets.... Read >
Author: Alex Fyfe23rd February 2009
There are many elliptical trainer reviews, however, these elliptical trainer reviews cover some of the more common elliptical trainer names out there. Sole is not a common name associated with elliptical machines, however you can be sure that you will see... Read >
Author: suegold02nd February 2009
It’s already no secret that acai berry products have anti-aging benefits. As a matter of fact, the “wonder fruit” took the internet and media by storm with its fountain-of-youth-good-news. The better news is that it now shows weight loss benefits as... Read >
Author: Joshua McNiel02nd February 2009
It’s already no secret that acai berry products have anti-aging benefits. As a matter of fact, the “wonder fruit” took the internet and media by storm with its fountain-of-youth-good-news. The better news is that it now shows weight loss benefits as... Read >
Author: Joshua McNiel28th January 2009
Obesity is a problem that plagues every part of the world. It is defined as a situation where people consume significantly more calories than they expend in physical activity – which is the exactly the same as definition for overweight. Despite that, o... Read >
Author: Kim Wist09th January 2009
When you gain weight, you lose attraction as well as your health. This is why obesity is disheartened by modern society. The incidence of diabetes mellitus, hypertension, angina pectoris and myocardial infarction is higher among obese individuals.
Usua... Read >
Author: Nick Mutt09th January 2009
Does Hoodia, the miracle African stuff Actually operates as weight loss product?
Look around and you'll find people have all sorts of opinions regarding hoodia. If you're not familiar with Hoodia Gordonii, it's the another rage in diets products. The... Read >
Author: Steven Collimore05th January 2009
The most effective way for treating morbidly obese patients is laparoscopic weight loss surgery, also known as Lap-band surgery. It is relatively a new procedure to treat obesity that uses a device called the Lap-band adjustable gastric banding system. Th... Read >
Author: Alma Orozco29th December 2008
All across our state, the number of overweight and obese individuals is rapidly increasing. In the Evergreen State alone almost 60% of the population is overweight or obese. Obesity leads to millions of preventable deaths in the United States annually, an... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson29th December 2008
Obesity is a public health crisis in Wyoming. Across our state, the number of overweight and obese individuals is rapidly increasing. In the Cowboy State more than 60% of the population is overweight or obese. According to recent data from the U.S. Publ... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson19th December 2008
An epidemic is raging in our state: the obesity epidemic. Across South Dakota, the number of overweight and obese individuals is rapidly increasing. In the Mount Rushmore State almost 63% of adults are overweight or obese.
This epidemic is costing Sou... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson19th December 2008
Obesity is Oregon’s most serious health crisis. Across our state, the number of overweight and obese individuals is rapidly increasing. In the Beaver State alone almost 60% of the population is overweight or obese, and the cost of conditions related t... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson19th December 2008
Obesity is epidemic here in North Dakota. Across our state, the number of overweight and obese individuals is rapidly increasing. In the Peace Garden State alone some 60% of the population is overweight or obese – and among North Dakota’s American Ind... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson17th December 2008
New Mexico is the Land of Enchantment. Our state’s quality of life, its natural wonders, and its unique culture draw the ever-increasing interest of people around the United States.
Unfortunately, New Mexico’s fame isn’t the only thing growing: Ne... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson16th December 2008
Across New Jersey, the number of overweight and obese individuals is rapidly increasing. In fact, almost 59% of the population of the Garden State is overweight or obese. Our kids are gaining weight, too: 14% of children in New Jersey are obese, and the... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson16th December 2008
Obesity in Nevada has become a serious health crisis. In the Silver State, more than 60% of the population is overweight or obese, and the estimated costs for treating conditions associated with obesity totals $337 million annually, according to estimates... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson03rd December 2008
Mississippi is in deep trouble. According to data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, the Magnolia State is in the grip of an epidemic: the epidemic of obesity. Across our state, the number of overweight and obese individuals is rapidly increasing.... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson03rd December 2008
Maine is facing a public health crisis: the crisis of obesity. Across our state the number of overweight and obese individuals is rapidly increasing. In the Pine Tree State alone some 61% of adults are overweight or obese -- and the cost to our taxpayers ... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson03rd December 2008
We’re getting fat, Kentucky. Across our state, the number of overweight and obese individuals is rapidly increasing. In fact, almost 67% of the population of Kentucky is overweight or obese, placing the Bluegrass State among the fattest in the nation.
... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson03rd December 2008
Iowa is facing a health crisis. Across our state, the number of overweight and obese individuals is rapidly increasing. In the Hawkeye State, nearly 60% of the population is overweight or obese, and the estimated costs for treating conditions associated w... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson03rd December 2008
Obesity is a health crisis in Illinois. Across our state, the number of overweight and obese individuals is rapidly increasing. In fact, more than 61% of the population of Illinois is overweight or obese. Not only is obesity the second most common cause... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson03rd December 2008
Obesity -- the condition of being significantly above one’s healthy weight -- is a health crisis in Delaware. Across our state, the number of overweight and obese individuals is rapidly increasing. In fact, almost 64% of the population of the First Stat... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson03rd December 2008
The people of Montana face a health crisis: the crisis of obesity. Across our state, the number of overweight and obese individuals is rapidly increasing. In the Treasure State alone almost 59% of the population is overweight or obese. It’s killing us -... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson03rd December 2008
We’re in trouble, Kansas – heavy trouble. That’s “heavy” as in obese. Obesity is the second leading cause of preventable death in the United States, and may lead to other life-threatening illnesses, like Type II Diabetes or heart disease. Yet, a... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson02nd December 2008
Across America, the number of overweight and obese individuals is rapidly increasing. In fact, among people of all ethnic groups, obesity is the second leading cause of preventable death in the United States. It may also lead to other life-threatening ill... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson02nd December 2008
Obesity -- the condition of being significantly above one’s healthy weight -- is a health crisis in Alabama. Across our state, the number of overweight and obese individuals is rapidly increasing. In fact, almost 65% of the population of Alabama is over... Read >
Author: Craig B. Thompson01st December 2008
Copyright (c) 2008 Stephen Lau
Accelerated aging is more than chronological aging; it is about the way you live your life, your attitudes towards health and wellness, and your philosophy of life in general.
Obviously, if you are 60 years old, you ca... Read >
Author: Stephen Lau20th November 2008
Recent research into leptin has revealed what is likely to be very important in the control of appetite, weight loss and the regulation of body weight.
Advances in leptin research and its role in the control of obesity would lead to reductions in diab... Read >
Author: Kevin Flatt20th November 2008
Recent research into leptin has revealed what is likely to be very important in the control of appetite, weight loss and the regulation of body weight.
Advances in leptin research and its role in the control of obesity would lead to reductions in diab... Read >
Author: Kevin Flatt10th November 2008
The world is changing rapidly, for the good and for the bad. I am sure most of us are aware of the increase in obesity in our societies and rightfully so we are all concerned. The heath professionals are concerned about the impact of obesity on the health... Read >
Author: lovephileo07th October 2008
Sweating is a normal phenomenon. It is the body's natural way of cooling itself up. However, excessive sweating isn't normal. Sweating too much is a medical problem called hyperhidrosis. And it is a condition that has to be treated medically. But the big ... Read >
Author: CristianStan07th October 2008
Weight loss drug Acomplia has proven to be beneficial for several obese individuals. It is developed by a large cap French pharmaceutical firm to treat obesity effectively. It is a consequence of 2 years of rigorous clinical trials which were undertaken b... Read >
Author: Leena 07th October 2008
Sweating is a normal phenomenon. It is the body's natural way of cooling itself up. However, excessive sweating isn't normal. Sweating too much is a medical problem called hyperhidrosis. And it is a condition that has to be treated medically. But the big ... Read >
Author: Cristian Stan23rd September 2008
Due to the rise of obesity in today's society everyone is trying to achieve quick weight loss. This is a bad idea, and often will lead to developing binge eating disorder. Eating disorders are psychiatric abnormalities in one's eating habits. Tabloids ... Read >
Author: Andrew B01st September 2008
Obesity is fundamentally associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Weight loss reduces the risk factors for complications associated with the excess weight, including diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.
There are other several treatment opti... Read >
Author: jainish28th August 2008
The world is changing rapidly, for the good and for the bad. I am sure most of us are aware of the increase in obesity in our societies and rightfully so we are all concerned. The heath professionals are concerned about the impact of obesity on the health... Read >
Author: Ben 22nd July 2008
If you’re putting on excess pounds and you need to fit in the right dress for a special occasion, then you need to make use of fast weight loss tips to attain your ideal weight.
In fact, there are practically dozens of fast weight loss tips that you... Read >
Author: Michael Lee21st July 2008
Was there an instance when you ate something like an ice cream, cake, cheese, or a piece of fruit - and you felt even hungrier? Have you experienced any food urges wherein you can't satisfy such cravings except eating the same food?
If your answer to ... Read >
Author: Jack Sands13th July 2008
You struggle to get out of bed in the morning and feel as tired as when you laid down last night and your back is aching. You stumble to the bathroom, shower and then primp in the mirror and contemplate what item of clothing to choose that will hide more ... Read >
Author: Tom Rooney19th June 2008
Copyright (c) 2008 BrainFit For Life
The title question may be a bit of a stretch, but you only need to connect a couple of research dots to get from childhood obesity to reduced brain fitness in older age.
Belly Fat and Brain Fitness are Related
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25th May 2008
Gastric bypass surgery is proving to be a lifesaver for a lot of people as obesity continues to sweep across the western world but its greatest problem is to be found in the fact that a significant number of people either fail to lose enough weight follow... Read >
Author: Donald Saunders10th April 2008
Obesity is one of the major problems in the society these days. Sedentary lifestyle is the biggest factor that contributes to the growing number of obese people. Why so? Well, many individuals tend to exercise less and eat more. There are more people who ... Read >
Author: Dominic Tay01st April 2008
How much ever 40-something’s may proudly claim their beer bellies to be signs of prosperity and success, it may prove to be anything but. Recent research has pointed to a link between beer bellies and heart attacks.
Unlike subcutaneous fat that can ... Read >
Author: breastsurgery06th November 2007
As a society, we have become more health conscious and concerned with weight gain so it comes as no surprise that there is a plethora of weight loss options, from dieting to elective weight loss surgery. However, for many obese individuals, it is not only... Read >
Author: Alien02nd September 2007
After many years of discussion we are finally coming around to the inescapable conclusion that surgery is the only really successful and lasting solution to the problem of severe obesity. And it is certainly not before time!
At the moment obesity is ar... Read >
Author: Donald Saunders14th August 2007
Copyright (c) 2007 Gurion Blattman
The social and psychological issues of childhood obesity are perhaps even more intrusive on the child's life than the physical. Childhood is a critical time for the development of self-esteem, thus the psychological ... Read >
Author: Gurion Blattman08th August 2007
What is obesity?
Obesity is characterized by an increase in the size and number of fat cells in the body, which leads to an excessive accumulation of body fat. On average, overweight and obese individuals have higher blood glucose and cholesterol values ... Read >
Author: Alfred Anderson25th July 2007
Since the discovery of leptin in 1994, many have hoped that the hormone would be a promising weight-loss treatment for humans. Leptin acts as a signal to help the body decide when it has eaten enough food to feel full. The amount of leptin in the blood ha... Read >
Author: Kevin Flatt20th July 2007
Leptin leapt into the headlines when it was identified in 1995 as a protein that triggers weight loss in mice. Leptin (the Greek term for thin) is a hormone released by your fat cells. When you lose fat, leptin levels drop and when you gain fat, leptin le... Read >
Author: Kevin Flatt03rd July 2007
Let’s Define Obesity
Obesity is a growing concern in America. The definition of morbid obesity is surprising to many individuals. The lack of exercise, especially those with a sedentary lifestyle can cause problems with joints and the increase weig... Read >
Author: Darren Slaughter18th June 2007
Nobody wants to be overweight. Almost 50% of women and 25% of men are trying to lose weight at any given time. However, most are not successful in fighting fat. In the past 25 years, obesity has increased 6%, with 61% of American adults being overweigh... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer18th April 2007
Fucus vesiculosus. Do those words mean anything to you? If not, don’t worry; most people haven’t heard the Latin term for the seaweed commonly called “bladderwrack.” However, if you have thyroid problems, specifically hypothyroidism, familiarizing... Read >
Author: Mitamins Team12th April 2007
Gastric bypass is a phrase that you have probably heard many times before and actually stands for many similar forms of weight loss surgery. A lot of individuals who have used this method of losing weight, as well as many stars, are overjoyed by this way ... Read >
Author: Toni Rok19th February 2007
Obesity is a new disease affecting millions of people throughout the world particularly in the developed countries. What is the significance of this disease? Why is it essential to reduce body weight? What will be the consequence it an obese individual do... Read >
Author: Nathan Park08th November 2006
One good thing about diabetes is that it does not attack surprisingly! It gives you sufficient warnings. It does not overpower a disciplined individual. It gives immense respect to those who exercise regularly and are the lovers of morning walks!
Many ... Read >
Author: Kanishk manchanda06th October 2006
"That which can not be cured, must be endured." This statement seems to be true in case of achieving the final victory over high blood pressure.
But let me also qualify this statement with a bold rider. Your will power and your changed lifestyles can ... Read >
Author: Kanishk manchanda19th August 2006
Copyright 2006 Mary Desaulniers
We only have to look at a Titian painting to recognize that at one point in the history of Western culture, fat was considered beautiful. Before the 20th Century, corpulence was touted as a sign of wealth and luxury, lar... Read >
Author: Mary Desaulniers13th August 2006
Two studies on obesity shed light on the obvious: the condition is "life-draining", and can result in early death.
In July 2006, the AMA reported the findings from a group of researchers at the University of Pittsburgh. This team looked at more than 90,... Read >
Author: Jon Benson07th May 2006
If you want to loose weight you have likely already heard the praise being given to the latest in natural cures - Hoodia Gordonii. So, is it as good as they say? How does it work? And most importantly - will it help you loose weight?
STUDY SHOWED HUNGER... Read >
Author: Home herb28th March 2006
Severe obesity is a serious medical condition experienced by people with a body mass index of 40 or above. Previously called morbid obesity, it affects an estimated six million American adults, or about 1 in 33 of the adult population. Associated with a r... Read >
Author: Anne Collins28th December 2005
Fast diet article
IDo you wish for all-natural, fast diet pills with real results?
You probably would say "yes". Granted, no matter how far back in time we go, there were always overweight people. However, the numbers have been rising steadily for t... Read >
Author: john connory03rd November 2005
Today, we have many Americans who are obsessed with health, and yet we are a nation of obese individuals. Obesity in this country has reached epidemic proportions, and we have more available than at any other time in history to help us control our weight.... Read >
Author: Alex Fir19th August 2005
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, obesity among adults has risen significantly in the U.S. over the last 20 years. In fact, statistics show that 30 percent of adults 20 years of age and older are obese (body mass index [BMI] of ... Read >
Author: Eddie Tobey
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