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Although fewer people are smoking -- and therefore less likely to die from cigarette-related causes -- the obesity epidemic may negate any gains in life span, according to a new study.
Study Shows Benefits of Decline in Smoking are Outweighed by Increase in Obesity
About 40 years of health improvements from declining numbers of smokers may be undermined because too many U.S. adults are obese, researchers said.
Recent studies have shown that sleep deprivation can raise blood pressure as well as increase the risk of obesity. Treadmill desks have been show effective in lowering blood pressure, reducing obesity risks while increasing the quality of sleep. (PRWeb Dec 3, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/TrekDesk/treadmill_desks/prweb3290134.htm
NORTH ATTLEBORO - Headlines warning of a national obesity crisis have yet to make Americans any thinner or fitter. But making local streets, parks and downtown areas more inviting places to walk, jog or bicycle just might, says a leading national health and fitness advocate.
Study says weight concerns will rise as smoking rate declines
Almost 85 percent of us will experience lower back pain at some point in our lives. It can occur as a result of obesity, poor physical condition, improper lifting, a poor sleeping position, or trauma, among other things.
Keeping Kids from Getting Heavy
With half of America's pets now estimated to be overweight, the demand for pet fitness products has never been greater. This year the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) is proud to announce its Top Pet Fitness and Weight Loss Products for 2009.
How do fruit flies get high cholesterol and become obese? The same way as people do -- by eating a diet that's too rich in fats.
If obesity trends continue, the negative effect on the health of the US population will overtake benefits gained from declining smoking rates.
The increase in overweight Americans offsets the decline in smoking and threatens greater life expectancy, a study finds. Americans have increased their life expectancy by cutting back on cigarettes, but the pounds they're packing on mean that, ultimately, they could lose ground.
Study finds rising incidence of obesity could counter recent increases in longevity.
Efforts to reduce obesity in the local Hispanic community will be the focus of a $360,000, four-year grant awarded to the Palm Beach County School Board.
Obesity is a major problem nationwide, but at Lincoln University it could actually prevent some seniors from graduating.
NEW ORLEANS -- It's a common condition that can be made worse by nicotine, caffeine, alcohol, obesity, eating large meals and even stress. But some doctors say it might not be best to pop a pill every time you have heartburn or acid reflux, and you should know the latest warning on a popular medication. Heartburn can be a very painful problem after you eat. For some, it's chronic acid reflux ...
