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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.
The parents in Adena Health System's KidShape class finally beat the children in a family activity Tuesday night. The dodgeball game was fast-paced in the class' seventh week, showing the children and parents that getting active doesn't have to be a chore.
Study finds rising incidence of obesity could counter recent increases in longevity.
Two-thirds of Americans over the age of 18 are overweight, according to a report from the Trust for America's Health and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Eight out of 10 states with the highest obesity rates are in the South, including Tennessee, Alabama and Mississippi, where more than 30 percent of the population is overweight.
- $225,000 Grant Supports Healthy Lifestyles, Obesity Prevention Program Among Children and Families -
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.
ROSEMONT, Ill., Dec. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Two new studies show how important forming healthy food and beverage habits can be in children and adolescents.
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.
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 ...
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
Scientists in Germany have found a new signaling pathway which stimulates the production and function of so-called brown fat cells. They propose using these cells that serve as a "natural heating system" in order to just 'burn' unwanted excess fat.
Adolescent obesity is a major public health problem that impacts one out of every three children, resulting in 4-5 million overweight youth in the United States. Researchers have now evaluated differences in weight control behaviors, including dietary intake and physical activity, comparing overweight adolescents who lost weight and those who did not in order to better understand which ...
Obesity is a major problem nationwide, but at Lincoln University it could actually prevent some seniors from graduating.
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.
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) – Alaskans are losing the battle of the bulge.
At age 61, Chardelle Blasberg underwent gastric bypass surgery and lost approximately 160 lbs. Dr. Jennifer Ashton discusses the risks and benefits of obesity surgery.
