Tag Archives: obesity

The Benefits of Exercise for Kids

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Linda

We all know how important it is to get regular exercise for ourselves, but it’s especially important for our kids. Exercise for kids has many benefits that include weight management and a healthy mental attitude. Find out how much exercise … Continue reading →

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Suffering from Gout? Survey shows many are

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Erin

More than 8 million adults now have gout, a painful inflammatory form of arthritis in the joints, and it may be linked to the rising obesity rates for many Americans. During the last twenty years, numbers have soared to 8.3 million, a … Continue reading →

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Kick the Sugar Habit for Good Health

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Erin

Big time sugar companies are taking a chapter from the book that tobacco companies have been using for years: deny any connection between their product and the obesity and diabetic epidemics present in the industrialized world. They use their political … Continue reading →

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How Much Should I Eat?

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Erin

With expanding waistlines over the past few decades can be due to food portion size. People these days eat much more than they used to and that means that more calories are being ingested that are not burned as quickly. … Continue reading →

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The Challenges of Beating Obesity 101

Posted on June 12, 2011 by Erin

Did you know that people who are considered obese are more likely to be depressed, miss school or work, feel suicidal, earn less, or find it difficult to marry? To add to this, obese people spend about 42 percent more … Continue reading →

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Scientists Find ‘Master Switch’ Gene for Obesity

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Kevin

Scientists have found that a gene linked to diabetes and cholesterol is a “master switch” that controls other genes found in fat in the body, and say it should help in the search for treatments for obesity-related diseases. Related Posts:Breakthroughs … Continue reading →

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