Obesity in the News

And keep it off

Jan 4, 2009

Woman maintains lower weight with diet, exercise, surgery. Even as she appeared in a Richard Simmons’ infomercial, telling viewers how to lose weight, Shelly Neidig was slowly putting back on half of the 200 pounds she had lost in one year…
Source: The Charleston Gazette

How to be Successful at Weight Loss and Dieting with a Weight Loss System

Jan 4, 2009

What is a Weight Loss System? It is a complete package that includes food and a specific routine that you follow….
Source: Best Syndication

No one Said Weight Loss Is Easy

Jan 3, 2009

Losing weight is not easy. No one should lull you into believing there is a quick way to lose weight. One important component of weight loss is that is takes time…
Source: Emax Health

Man becomes instant celeb as News details amazing drop of 430 pounds

Jan 2, 2009

He’s the unbuttered toast of the town. The day after he appeared on the cover of the Daily News…
Source: Daily News

100 Calorie Packs Don’t Help Much With Weight Loss

Jan 1, 2009

For the dieter who’s looking to lose a few, the market wants to help you. For the last couple of years, certain companies have offered small portions of snack foods bundled in 100-calorie packs…
Source: Hartford Courant

Fitness: the missing ingredient to our children’s success

Jan 1, 2009

We all know that the health of our children will suffer if they are not physically active and don’t eat well. It’s becoming increasingly apparent that academics suffer as well…
Source: SFGate

Half the man he used to be: Fargoan sheds more than 400 pounds in 18 months

Jan 1, 2009

When Charles Elliott hit rock bottom, he couldn’t get much lower. He was already lying on the ground. In April 2007, the 730-pound man fell down outside his Fargo apartment…
Source: In-Forum.com

Obesity Starts Earlier Than You Think

Jan 1, 2009

Recent reports have indicated that childhood obesity is set in place by the age of five, but, “Actually, it starts in the womb,” says Dr. Barry Sears, one of the world’s leading experts on the impact of diet on hormones and gene expression…
Source: PR Web

Overweight children at risk for problematic sleep apnea

Jan 1, 2009

Jennifer Hall of Cohoes is concerned about her 7-year-old son, Chris. “My son is a little overweight and snores heavily,” said Hall. “He doesn’t sleep through the night, and he’s incredibly cranky in the morning…
Source: Daily Gazette

Motivation: Choosing Your Weight-Loss Diet

Dec 31, 2008

With the holiday season bringing upon us the dark cloud of over-indulging in too much food and alcohol, we’re all striving to distinguish the silver-lining to it, which is as expected, a weight-loss diet so as to begin the year healthy and fit…
Source: eFluxMedia

Weight loss resolutions take time and dedication

Dec 30, 2008

Each year many Oklahomans make a list of New Year’s resolutions. Topping the list for many is to lose weight. Some people have this goal on their list every year. They may shed a few pounds, but do not seem to have long-term success…
Source: McAlester News-Capital

Doctors Not Properly Diagnosing Overweight And Obesity In Children

Dec 29, 2008

Despite recent widespread media attention given to studies that have indicated one-third of American children have a weight problem, a new study shows just one-third of children who are overweight or obese actually receive that diagnosis by a pediatrician…
Source: Science Daily

Gastric bypass surgery resolves diabetes in teens

Dec 29, 2008

Teenagers who undergo gastric bypass surgery are often immediately relieved of Type 2 diabetes, according to research published today in the journal Pediatrics…
Source: Los Angeles Times

The top 10 healthiest diets in America

Dec 29, 2008

If losing weight is at the top of your resolution list, you’re not alone. An estimated 80 million Americans go on diets every year, spending more than $30 billion annually on programs and products…
Source: CNN Health

New Year’s weight loss resolution: How to make it work

Dec 28, 2008

Have you made your New Year’s resolution to lose weight this year but not sure how to do it? It may seem overwhelming at first, but with a few simple steps you can break through the mold and make 2009 your best year yet…
Source: Examiner.com

Liver disease may resolve with weight loss surgery

Dec 26, 2008

Obesity surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, not only helps obese individuals shed a significant amount of weight, it also significantly improves or completely resolves a common obesity-related liver problem…
Source: Reuters

Who says kids don’t eat veggies?

Dec 26, 2008

Believe it or not, the kids at George Washington Charter Elementary School can’t wait to eat their vegetables…
Source: MyDesert.com

Eat Fruit, Live Life - Learn the Amazing Benefits of Fruit

Dec 25, 2008

Eat Fruit, Live Life - Discover how fruit can help fight joint pain and fight the aging process…
Source: Fruit

Targeting Obesity Alongside Hunger

Dec 24, 2008

Obama Administration May Look to Tie Food Assistance to Improved Nutrition…
Source: WashingtonPost.com

Weight Loss Surgery Patients Face Holiday Eating Challenges Head On

Dec 23, 2008

For most of us, the holidays are a non-stop food fest that challenges our resolve to eat healthy. From office parties and cookie exchanges to holiday parties and tasty gifts, the temptations are all around…
Source: Newswise

Medical Minute 12-19: Weight-Loss Surgery: A Cure For Diabetes?

Dec 19, 2008

Cheryl Bishop’s weight has been a life-long battle. “I was always the chunky kid and it just got progressively worse and worse and worse until it was out of control,” said Bishop…
Source: WCTV

Higher Levels Of Obesity-related Hormone Found In Patients With Psoriasis

Dec 19, 2008

Patients with the skin disease psoriasis appear more likely to have higher levels of leptin (a hormone produced by fat cells that may contribute to obesity and other metabolic abnormalities) than persons without psoriasis, according to a new report…
Source: Science Daily

Limiting School Snacks Boosts Fruit, Veggie Consumption

Dec 19, 2008

Restricting the availability of unhealthy snacks in elementary schools led to a small increase in fruit and vegetable consumption among fifth-graders, a new study found…
Source: HealthDay

Resolve to help your kids maintain healthy weight

Dec 19, 2008

A growing health concern, childhood obesity affects over 30 percent of kids in the U.S. As a result, more children than ever before have been diagnosed with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and other chronic health conditions associated with obesity…
Source: The Daily News

Proposed Sales Tax on Soft Drinks Could Help Reduce Obesity

Dec 18, 2008

A proposed sales tax on soft drinks could help reduce obesity. That’s what New York health officials are saying but the beverage industry disagrees. They say there are other ways to confront the growing problem…
Source: WJHG

Chef Dave Fouts joins Edmond Sun as columnist

Dec 17, 2008

The Edmond Sun welcomes Chef Dave Fouts as a new contributing columnist. Chef Dave, an Edmond resident, will write a weekly food column published each Wednesday with emphasis on health and wellness. The focus will be three-pronged with articles on local food, personal stories and travels with Chef Dave…
Source: The Edmond Sun

The Biggest Loser: Families Episode Recap: “Finale”

Dec 17, 2008

Put down those dumbbells and kick up those feet — it’s The Biggest Loser: Families finale! After weeks of hard work and tons of sweaty, calorie-burning workouts, it’s time to see who takes home the grand prize. Let’s get to it…
Source: TV Guide

Açaí Is Super But Won’t Aid in Weight Loss

Dec 16, 2008

When something is classified as a superfood, that doesn’t mean it’s invincible. Açaí is healthy because it’s an excellent source of antioxidants, fiber, amino acids, and heart-healthy fatty acids that aid in digestion…
Source: fitsugar

Effective Weight Loss Starter Guide

Dec 15, 2008

It is quite ironic that in this fast-paced modern world that we find ourselves part of, that a large percentage of us have a weight problem…
Source: Best Syndication

Help Your Child Reach 2009 Weight Loss Goals

Dec 15, 2008

Weight loss resolutions aren’t just for adults anymore, according to a recent survey* showing more than 40 percent of teens rank getting more exercise and weight loss as their top New Year’s resolution…
Source: News Blaze

How To Survive Holiday Eating After Gastric Bypass Surgery

Dec 15, 2008

The NJ Bariatric Center offers patients advice on how to survive holiday eating temptations. “During the holiday season eating a healthy and balanced diet can seem like an impossible task to many gastric bypass, Lap Band and REALIZE Band patients…
Source: PR Urgent

Weight can be kept off no matter how it’s lost

Dec 15, 2008

Obese people who have lost substantial amounts of weight without surgery can do just as well at maintaining the healthier weight as their peers who lost weight via gastric surgery. That’s the finding of the first study to compare the two strategies…
Source: Reuters

Age-appropriate language key to tackling kids’ weight

Dec 14, 2008

Both the holiday season and the onset of cold weather tends to lead to hearty eating, quickly followed by New Year’s resolutions to shed extra weight and join the gym. But you shouldn’t be thinking only about yourself. What about your kids…
Source: Chron.com

City Eyes Aggressive Measures on Obesity

Dec 12, 2008

Mayor Bloomberg and city health officials have banned trans fats and mandated calorie postings in chain restaurants. But a new report is calling for an even greater effort to fight obesity…
Source: WNYC

School soda ban a healthy choice

Dec 12, 2008

New rules mean Colo. kids can’t buy soda in lunchrooms and vending machines. It’s a decision that will help fight obesity…
Source: The Denver Post

Diet sabotage! 4 obstacles to fat loss

Dec 11, 2008

Don’t beat yourself up over that extra flab. To lose weight, you need to know about the everyday factors stopping you from reaching your goals, says Alexa L. Fishback, nutritionist and author of “The Daily Fix.” An excerpt…
Source: MSNBC

OR-Live Presents: Webcast Featuring Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery

Dec 11, 2008

The Bariatric Center at Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center is proud to offer a web cast featuring Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery. Director of Bariatric Surgery, Ioannis Raftopoulos, M.D., Ph.D., performs the surgery…
Source: Market Wire

Family lifestyle equals genes in obesity risk

Dec 10, 2008

Obesity can run in families, but family lifestyle has just as much to do with teenagers’ weight as their genes do, new research shows…
Source: Reuters

High Fiber Diets Support Weight Loss

Dec 10, 2008

Although the National Cancer Institute recommends a daily intake of 20-35 grams of fiber, most Americans consumer less than half that amount. By choosing fiber-rich foods you can improve your overall health and increase your weight loss results…
Source: Natural News

Oprah’s weight struggles a microcosm of America’s obesity epidemic

Dec 10, 2008

The definition of the word “expert” is someone “who has a special skill or knowledge in some particular field; possessing special skill or knowledge; trained by practice.” And one of the biggest experts on dieting in America has got to be…
Source: Examiner.com

Weight Loss Surgery Patients Face Difficult Choices During the Holiday

Dec 10, 2008

The holiday season brings cheer, joy, and goodwill, which is celebrated by many with an eggnog toast or gifts of holiday cookies and candies. But for gastric bypass, Lap Band and REALIZE Band patients these holiday celebrations make it hard to stick to a healthy eating plan and maintain their hard earned weight loss…
Source: PRlog

Obesity may raise headache risk

Dec 9, 2008

Being overweight or obese may increase the likelihood of having severe headaches and migraines, new study findings suggest…
Source: Reuters UK

STOP Obesity Alliance Releases Obesity GPS to Change America’s Course in the Fight Against Overweight and Obesity

Dec 9, 2008

The Strategies to Overcome and Prevent (STOP) Obesity Alliance today released the Obesity GPS - Guide for Policy and Program Solutions…
Source: Market Watch

Keeping kids fit: Efforts to raise healthy, active children begin at home

Dec 8, 2008

For the past nine months, the Pacific Daily News and its community partners have helped to raise awareness about childhood obesity and the steps families can take to raise healthy, active kids…
Source: Guampdn.com

Nutritionist From The NJ Bariatric Center Offers Holiday Eating Tips

Dec 8, 2008

The holiday season brings cheer, joy, and goodwill, which is celebrated by many with an eggnog toast or gifts of holiday cookies and candies. But for gastric bypass, Lap Band and REALIZE Band patients these holiday celebrations…
Source: WebWire

Reduce calorie surplus through exercise

Dec 8, 2008

Tara Randle has been a registered dietitian and diabetes educator for Lake Regional Health System for the past three years. What are Calories?…
Source: News-Leader.com

Study: Bariatric Surgery May Resolve Liver Disease

Dec 8, 2008

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is an emerging problem related to the obesity epidemic, becoming one of the most common causes of liver disease in the nation. A recent study…
Source: Endonurse

Fiber-Rich Diets Promote Weight Loss, Health Gains

Dec 7, 2008

If you’re working on improving your diet and enhancing your health, eating more fiber is a great place to start…
Source: The Paramus Post

It’s a tough subject: Milk

Dec 6, 2008

Cartons of milk still anchor school lunches, but the milk inside them is changing as concerns mount about childhood obesity and nutrition…
Source: Freep.com

Organic diets aid in weight loss

Dec 5, 2008

Organic foods can help individuals shed unwanted pounds. Since organic food contains no preservatives, additives, pesticides, or growth hormones your body’s digestive system works more efficiently…
Source: Examiner.com

A Hawaii man’s weight loss mission

Dec 4, 2008

When it comes to one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions, one Hawaii man knows the secret to losing weight…
Source: KHNL.com

Why Media Could Be Bad For Your Child’s Health

Dec 4, 2008

The maxim holds true: too much of anything is bad for you. Common Sense Media, a nonprofit advocacy group, and researchers from the National Institutes of Health, Yale University and California Pacific Medical Center…
Source: Time

Exercise Eases Obesity

Dec 3, 2008

Overweight kids may be able to work out their anger with exercise, a new report finds…
Source: U.S. News

Three habits for holiday weight loss

Dec 1, 2008

Has Halloween candy and gravy-drenched turkey already left your body with a little extra lagniappe? Have no fear…
Source: DailyComet.com

Keeping Fit: Strength training pays off in more ways than one

Nov 29, 2008

Research from Ohio University indicates that three of every four Americans is overweight or obese. We know that weight gain occurs when our caloric intake exceeds our caloric expenditure…
Source: PatriotLedger.com

The 2008 Top 10 Weight Loss Myths

Nov 28, 2008

Being a certified personal fitness trainer, I hear misinformation on how to lose weight on a daily basis. There are too many examples to list and a slew of new myths and products always appear each year around New Year´s Day…
Source: American Chronicle

Obama and obesity: Change you can believe in?

Nov 27, 2008

In addition to mortgage rescues, banking bailouts and healthcare reform, some people would like to know what President-elect Barack Obama intends to do about the nation’s growing girth…
Source: Los Angeles Times

Father-daughter know ups, downs of weight loss

Nov 23, 2008

Richard Wann and his daughter, Ginger, know what it takes to lose weight and get in shape…
Source: The Birmington News

Poor diet, lack of exercise contribute to diabetes

Nov 22, 2008

November is National Diabetes Month. According to the 2006 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance Survey, more than 20 million Americans have diabetes, and more than 360,000 adults in Alabama have been told they have diabetes…
Source: The Clanton Advertiser

Sweet Potatoes Are a Naturally Sweet Addition to Holiday Dinners

Nov 22, 2008

This holiday season, add zest and color to meals with a nutritious option, the sweet potato. TOPS Club, Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), the nation’s original weight-loss support organization, advises…
Source: Polish News

Experts say cause of obesity could be psychological

Nov 21, 2008

“I could see someone who was crying on the inside for help. She was clearly mentally in a place where she was self loathing constantly,” said Psychotherapist Meghan Lemery…
Source: News10Now.com

A Simple Scale Can Help Reduce Childhood Obesity

Nov 20, 2008

Could a simple scale be an effective weapon in the fight against childhood obesity? A new study finds teens who weighed themselves at least once a week tended to be less heavy and eat a better diet than teens who did not weigh themselves…
Source: KSPR.com

Acting U.S. Surgeon General: Childhood Obesity Is ‘Epidemic’

Nov 20, 2008

The acting surgeon general of the United States and Virginia’s state health commissioner visited James Madison University on Wednesday, encouraging students, officials and the community to help stop the spread of childhood obesity…
Source: DNRonline.com

Researchers: Ban on Fast Food T.V. Advertising Would Reverse Childhood Obesity

Nov 19, 2008

Largest Study of Its Kind Offers Policy Alternatives to Curb Epidemic of Overweight Youth…
Source: MarketWatch

Weight Loss Surgery Improves Fertility

Nov 19, 2008

Women who become heavy with child after weight-loss surgery are prone to be healthier and less likely to have a baby born with complications…
Source: EFluxMedia

Physical activity post bariatric surgery perks up weight loss, quality of life

Nov 18, 2008

Increased physical activity after bariatric surgery helps patients drop more weight and improve their quality of life, reveals a new study…
Source: Thaindian News

Burlington, Vt.: America’s Healthiest Place to Live

Nov 17, 2008

Want to be healthy? Perhaps you should move to Burlington, Vermont. Of all the U.S. metro areas examined by the CDC recently, Burlington had the largest proportion of people…
Source: The Wall Street Journal

Florida fights childhood obesity with new gym rule

Nov 17, 2008

Schools must comply with a state law requiring children in kindergarten through fifth grade to receive 30 minutes of continuous physical education every day…
Source: The Christian Science Monitor

UPDATE 1-U.S. Medicare wants limits for weight loss surgery

Nov 17, 2008

Medicare, the U.S. government’s largest payer of health care, said on Monday it does not plan to cover weight-loss surgery in diabetic patients who are not dangerously overweight, saying…
Source: Reuters

Childhood obesity: Healthy lifestyle choices are critical

Nov 16, 2008

A recent study that appeared in the Journal of the American Medical Association reported that the rate of obesity among children has leveled off after 25 years of steady growth…
Source: SunSentinel.com

The Real Tips on How to Lose Weight and Keep it Off!

Nov 15, 2008

Magazine covers are littered with promises of quick and substantial weight loss, strategically positioned right next to the super skinny, perfectly airbrushed model. Instantly we are intrigued…
Source: The Wakulla.com

How Randy Jackson Lost 100 Pounds

Nov 13, 2008

The American Idol judge tells WebMD his 9 top secrets for weight loss success…
Source: WebMD

NYC museum offers portion-size workshop

Nov 13, 2008

A group of children attending a workshop on healthy portion sizes this week was given paper plates and art supplies and told to compose a meal of pretend food…
Source: Newsday.com

Child Obesity Seen as Warning of Heart Disease

Nov 11, 2008

A new study finds striking evidence that children who are obese or have high cholesterol show early warning signs of heart disease…
Source: New York Times

‘The Biggest Loser’: Should you mimic its weight-loss methods at home?

Nov 10, 2008

Medical experts weigh in on intense versus moderate workouts for those who are seriously overweight. But no matter which approach you choose, be sure to have a physician’s guiding hand…
Source: Los Angeles Times

Study: Shedding Pounds Could Make You Smarter

Nov 10, 2008

There are many health benefits to losing weight, but now new research suggests that shedding the pounds could make you smarter. In the U.S. where nearly 2 out of 3 Americans are overweight or obese, the demand for gastric bypass is booming. The procedure boasts a host of benefits including improving sleep apnea, lowering high blood pressure and cholesterol levels and possibly curing diabetes. Now new research suggests it could make recipients smarter…
Source: CBS

Five tips for parents to prevent—or prevail over—childhood obesity

Nov 8, 2008

In the last few decades, obesity has become a big problem among little people. According to the Centers for Disease Control, the rate of obesity among children ages 6 to 11 reached 17 percent in 2006 — more than double 1980’s level of 6.5 percent…
Source: PostCrescent.com

New procedure for shrinking the stomach

Nov 8, 2008

Until now shrinking the stomach for weight loss was done through lengthy and risky surgery, but a new procedure can do it in under an hour with no cutting…
Source: NBC-2.com

No Magic Solution to Yo-Yo Dieting

Nov 7, 2008

As any so-called yo-yo dieter can tell you, it is often easier to lose weight than to keep it off. A new study shows that different diet compositions — such as more fat or less fat, higher or lower glycemic index, and different levels of monounsaturated fatty acids — don’t affect a dieter’s tendency to regain the weight…
Source: WebMD

Best of the Easy Weight Loss Tips

Nov 6, 2008

In today’s world, it really isn’t a surprise that more than half of all Americans are actually overweight or even clinically obese. Most people in this day and age have frantic and busy existences, meaning that following a diet religiously is not easy, and neither…
Source: Times of the Internet

Easy Weight Loss Tips - 5 Tips For Fast and Easy Weight Loss

Nov 6, 2008

It really is possible to lose weight fast, especially at the beginning of a diet. The hard part is usually sticking to a plan after you’ve been doing it for several weeks…
Source: American Chronicle

More family meals, less obesity? Maybe

Nov 4, 2008

Most health experts are champions of family meal time, saying that it not only promotes good eating habits, but also fosters better communication and contributes to that all-important quality time…
Source: Los Angeles Times

Are School Lunches Causing Childhood Obesity?

Nov 3, 2008

A new report from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s Healthy Eating Research suggests the USDA’s subsidized lunch program is contributing to the childhood obesity epidemic, according to the Organic Consumers Association…
Source: The Daily Green

Child’s sleep linked to adulthood obesity risk

Nov 3, 2008

Consistently getting a good night’s sleep may help protect children from becoming obese as adults, a study published Monday suggests…
Source: Reuters

Christmas Diet Tip #3: 5 Steps to Kill the Sugar Craving

Nov 3, 2008

Now that Halloween is behind us (yes, my butt is bigger, too), I hope we can take a more “measured” look at sugar…
Source: beliefnet.com

Food diary can double weight loss

Nov 3, 2008

A new study has revealed dieters who keep a food diary can double their weight loss…
Source: Marie Claire

Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes Often Go Hand in Hand

Nov 3, 2008

When you look at the list of risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes you may see that there are some that you can control. Among them, being overweight and being inactive…
Source: eFluxMedia

Video games promoted in fight against childhood obesity

Nov 3, 2008

In the fight against childhood obesity, grim statistics continue to be reported. One in four children in the U.S. spend at least three hours a day sitting in front of the computer surfing the net but not doing school work…
Source: Canada.com

Exclusive! Carnie Wilson’s Weight Loss Triumph

Oct 31, 2008

After hitting “rock-bottom” thanks to yo-yo dieting, Carnie Wilson recently slimmed down to 160 lbs. Read on for how she did it — you can do it too…
Source: Mom Logic

Obesity blamed for doubling rate of diabetes cases

Oct 31, 2008

The nation’s obesity epidemic is exacting a heavy toll: The rate of new diabetes cases nearly doubled in the United States in the past 10 years, the government said Thursday…
Source: Associated Press

Diabetes Up 90% in U.S.

Oct 30, 2008

Scary Halloween news from the CDC: Type 2 diabetes is up 90% since 1997. And that may be an underestimate because the numbers come from self-reported surveys conducted by the CDC in 1995-1997 and in 2005-2007…
Source: WebMD

11 Steps to Effective Weight Loss

Oct 29, 2008

Most people with type 2 diabetes struggle with their weight. And chances are, your doctor has given you little or no guidance on how to shed those extra pounds…
Source: Reader’s Digest

Behavioral Link Between Breastfeeding And Lower Risk Of Childhood Obesity

Oct 28, 2008

Breastfeeding has a number of positive health benefits for baby: it can prevent ear infections and allergies, and lowers the risk of developing respiratory problems. It can also help prevent against obesity later in life…
Source: Science Daily

Gastric bypass gives hope, health

Oct 28, 2008

Stores don’t sell svelte woman Halloween costumes. But by shedding 158 pounds to reach her ideal weight, Karen Eastis feels like she walks around wearing one…
Source: TimesCall.com

10 Tips for Losing 100 Pounds

Oct 27, 2008

Got a lot to lose? Consider these tips for successful weight loss…
Source: WebMD

Weight Loss Tip: Travel Survival Kit

Oct 27, 2008

Sometimes you’ve just got to laugh … at yourself! I’m headed out of town this morning for 2.5 days … woo hoo! I love packing up my little suitcase, rolling it and myself out to the curb and hailing a cab…
Source: Beliefnet.com

12 steps to weight loss

Oct 24, 2008

Facing a dozen strangers seated around a table, a heavyset man put down his coffee and paused before introducing himself: “My name is Christian, and I’m a compulsive overeater…
Source: The Courier

The Ups and Downs of ‘Yo-Yo’ Dieting

Oct 24, 2008

For some frequent dieters, weight loss is a vicious cycle. They’re gung-ho in the beginning, and the pounds melt away, but not for long. Once they stray from their diet, all the weight that was lost makes a comeback…
Source: U.S. News

Weight Loss Tip: Clean Out the Cabinets NOW

Oct 24, 2008

I’m going to give it to you straight! There is no such thing as WILL POWER … there is only WANT POWER. If you really want to lose weight NOW…
Source: Beliefnet

A look at childhood obesity in America

Oct 23, 2008

Take a look at the American Academy of Pediatrics’ website and you will see multiple references that refer to childhood obesity as an epidemic. According to the World Health Organization…
Source: Examiner.com

Learn how to help your child achieve a healthy body weight

Oct 23, 2008

As anyone who’s been this side of comatose for the past several decades knows, obesity has become a problem of epidemic proportions in this country…
Source: WickedLocal.com

Speed of eating ‘key to obesity’

Oct 22, 2008

Wolfing down meals may be enough to nearly double a person’s risk of being overweight, Japanese research suggests… Source: BBC News

Childhood obesity leads to weighty health issues

Oct 21, 2008

In the past 20 years, the number of our nation’s children who are overweight has doubled according to records kept by the National Institutes of Health. That is hardly surprising given that adolescents spend more time in front of computer monitors, televisions, and video screens than ever before…
Source: BattleCreekEnquirer.com

Don’t hope a child will grow out of obesity

Oct 21, 2008

Childhood obesity has grown into a national epidemic that I find quite worrisome. About 14 percent of children ages 2 to 5 years, 19 percent of children…
Source: HeraldNet

Exercise trumps obesity gene, U.S. study finds

Oct 20, 2008

Vigorous physical activity can help even people genetically prone to obesity keep the weight off, U.S. researchers said on Monday…
Source: Canada.com

Obesity’s quiet partner: childhood liver disease

Oct 20, 2008

You may not know it, but there is a silent epidemic of liver disease hiding inside the child obesity epidemic, and this carries with it extremely serious and lifelong consequences…
Source: Caller.com

Small changes in calories can spur weight loss

Oct 18, 2008

With figures in the trillions on everyone’s mind these days, it’s easy to dismiss the power of 100. But cutting as little as 100 calories a day from your diet…
Source: The Arizona Rebulic

Childhood obesity an ongoing battle

Oct 17, 2008

A recent study that appeared in the Journal of the American Medical Association reported that the rate of obesity among children has leveled off after 25 years of steady growth…
Source: OrlandoSentinel.com

Fall is the perfect season for beginning a weight loss plan

Oct 16, 2008

Forget New Years. Autumn is the best time to begin a diet and exercise program. Think about it — the leaves are turning, the days are cooling, the kids are in school, the soup pot is begging to be filled…
Source: SCnow.com

HealthWatch: Childhood Obesity A Family Affair

Oct 15, 2008

Our nation’s obesity epidemic is most devastating to our kids. Obese children are at high risk of becoming obese adults and facing health problems along the way…
Source: WCBSTV.com

How To Maintain Long Term Weight Loss After Bariatric Surgery

Oct 15, 2008

Weight loss immediately after Gastric Bypass, Lap Band and REALIZE Band surgery is rewarding. Your body is adjusting to its new system, and often times the weight seems to be coming off with little or no effort…
Source: WebWire

Dogs may help combat childhood obesity: study

Oct 14, 2008

They are called man’s best friend, but they could also be the best weapon in the fight against childhood obesity…
Source: ABC.News

Overweight kids: Fighting the obesity epidemic

Oct 12, 2008

Obesity is an issue on the rise, one that can have far-reaching consequences. “Obesity is a serious health issue, not only for kids but for adults too,” said Dr. Rock Helms, family medicine doctor at Northside Medical Associates in Pell City…
Source: Daily Home

Traditional family dinners the best bet to fight childhood obesity

Oct 12, 2008

Forget exercise and cutting on calories, for a traditional family dinner is more than enough to fight obesity, at least in case of kids, says a leading expert…
Source: Thaindian News

Don’t forget multivitamins after weight loss surgery

Oct 11, 2008

Latest research suggests that you should not forget to take your multivitamins after gastric bypass surgery for obesity…
Source: Online International News Network

Gastric Bypass ROSE

Oct 11, 2008

“I lost 130 pounds, kept it off for 5 years and then I seen a gradual increase,” says Charlene Ramsey. Even though she watched her diet, she regained 60 of those pounds…
Source: KDRV.com

Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve Gastrectomy

Oct 11, 2008

Reduces appetite and provides for healthy weight loss. Join Vanderbilt Medical Center bariatric surgeons Bill Richards, Brandon Williams and Willie Melvin for a live webcast on laparoscopic gastric sleeve gastrectomy on October 23, 2008, at 6:00 PM CDT…
Source: Vanderbilt Medical Center

Battling Diabetes With Diet and Exercise

Oct 10, 2008

Diabetes experts from around the world recently gathered in New York City to discuss various techniques that alter patients’ digestive systems to help them lose weight and get their blood sugar under control…
Source: U.S. News

One Hour Of Moderate Daily Exercise Insufficient To Curb Childhood Obesity, Experts Argue

Oct 10, 2008

Researchers from the Peninsula Medical School in Plymouth, UK, have carried out research that suggests the one hour of moderate exercise a day recommended to children from health experts may not be enough to tackle the rising problem of childhood obesity…
Source: Science Daily

Five Hours a Week Keeps the Weight Off

Oct 9, 2008

For people who embark on weight-loss programs, keeping weight off is even harder than losing it. A new study found that about five hours of exercise per week makes it easier for overweight women who lose weight to keep it off…
Source: MedFinds

Healthy fats and hunger

Oct 9, 2008

“A fat found in olive oil, nuts and avocados could help naturally curb weight gain,” the Daily Mail reported. It said that scientists have found that the fat - oleic acid…
Source: NHS Choices

Kaiser Health Disparities Report: A Weekly Look At Race, Ethnicity And Health

Oct 9, 2008

The Washington Post on Saturday examined the 50 Million Pound Challenge, which seeks to reduce obesity and encourage healthy lifestyles in the black community…
Source: KaiserNetwork.org

Childhood obesity: Lower grades?

Oct 8, 2008

Overweight kids might do more poorly in school. When grade-point averages were compared among 566 middle school students in a Philadelphia suburb, overweight students came in at about half a grade point lower than normal-weight kids…
Source: SunSentinel.com

Study: Calcium No Help in Fat Loss

Oct 8, 2008

Eating calcium-rich foods may do a body good, but calcium probably won’t help you lose weight, new research shows…
Source: WebMD

Weight Loss Through Protein Bars

Oct 7, 2008

The idea of using protein bars to lose weight is a sound one. Protein has amazing effects on the human body and the concentrated protein you can get from protein bars is useful in helping you build muscle…
Source: Times of the Internet

Will Restaurants’ Posting Nutrition Info Help Fight Obesity?

Oct 7, 2008

California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger was all smiles last week as he signed legislation making his state the first to require chain restaurants (such as Chili’s and the like) to post nutrition data about the foods they serve on menus and on signs inside the restaurants…
Source: WashingtonPost.com

A new way for tweens to slim down: reading

Oct 6, 2008

The usual routes to getting overweight kids to slim down are exercise programs, behavior modification and sometimes medication. But there may be a new type of treatment to consider: reading…
Source: Los Angeles Times

Vending Machines Found in Most Middle Schools

Oct 6, 2008

Three-quarters of middle schools have vending machines where snacks and sugared drinks are sold, a new study finds…
Source: U.S. News

Challenging Obesity in Black Community

Oct 4, 2008

The goal is to shed 50 million pounds. The target is the black community, which suffers disproportionately from obesity and its unhealthy side effects…
Source: WashingtonPost.com

Fighting childhood obesity in the classroom

Oct 2, 2008

There’s some new information out today that will come in handy the next time you’re walking down the grocery aisle trying to decide what kind of cereal to buy for your kids…
Source: WTOC11

Good table manners can lead to weight loss

Oct 2, 2008

Manners can be helpful if you’re trying to make a decent impression on a date, at a business meeting or on any social occasion. They also can help you lose weight…
Source: Kentucky.com

Bones may weaken after weight loss surgery

Oct 1, 2008

Patients lose bone density after weight loss surgery, and the more weight they lose, the greater the drop, new research shows…
Source: Reuters

Health Buzz: Obesity Gene Linked to Colon Cancer and Other News

Oct 1, 2008

There may be a genetic link between risk of colon cancer and weight gain, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Medical Association. “We have discovered that a genetic variant of the adiponectin gene, called ADIPOQ, is associated with…
Source: U.S. News

Link between sleep deprivation and childhood obesity found

Oct 1, 2008

Scientists at the University of South Australia have found a link between sleep patterns in children and obesity. Study leader Professor Tim Olds said the team’s research had found it was likely that less sleep triggered appetite-stimulating hormones…
Source: The Tech Herald

North Knox woman sheds 140 pounds to reach goal of climbing Mt. LeConte

Oct 1, 2008

Forty years, 140 lost pounds and sheer determination - that’s what it took to make Cheryl Hodge’s lifelong dream of climbing Mt. LeConte a reality…
Source: KnoxNews

Prevention of Childhood Obesity Should Be an Integral Part of Prevention of Non Communicable Diseases

Oct 1, 2008

Diabetes and other major non communicable diseases (NCDs), including cardiovascular diseases (CVD) and hypertension are lifestyle disorders…
Source: RedOrbit

Bigger breakfast = bigger weight loss

Sep 30, 2008

Today, the last day of Better Breakfast Month, seems like a good time to reflect on the impact of breakfast on weight loss. You probably already know that people who eat breakfast are less likely to be overweight…
Source: Nutrition Data

Going Into Debt to Save a Life

Sep 30, 2008

Family Frustrated That Insurance Won’t Pay for Bariatric Surgery…
Source: ABC News

Nutritionist from ‘The Biggest Loser’ dishes straight talk on weight loss

Sep 30, 2008

When it comes to weight loss, Cheryl Forberg knows how to do it big. As the nutritionist who co-wrote “The Biggest Loser” diet plan, Forberg has helped contestants lose thousands of pounds and transform their bodies and lives on the NBC-TV show.
Source: The Detroit News

Could gastric bypass surgery cure diabetes?

Sep 29, 2008

Gastric bypass and other surgeries have become a popular way for the obese to lose weight. The procedure has also proven effective at curing diabetes…
Source: WRAL.com

Dramatic Rise In Childhood Diabetes Found

Sep 29, 2008

A dramatic rise in the number of North Dakota children with Type 2 diabetes — a form of diabetes normally seen in adults — provides more evidence of a link between the disease and childhood obesity, experts say…
Source: The New York Sun

Los Angeles Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Mathias A L Fobi Installed as President of International Federation of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Disorders

Sep 29, 2008

Bariatric Surgeon, Mathias A. L. Fobi. M. D. F.A.C.S., F.I.C.S., F.A.C.N., has been installed as the President of the International Federation of Surgery for Obesity and Metabolic Disorders at the 14th World Congress in Buenos Aires Argentina on September 23, 2008…
Source: Khagen Consulting

Learn the common misconceptions about weight loss

Sep 27, 2008

We’ve all heard the saying, “You can fool some of the people all of the time and you can fool all of the people some of the time, but you can’t fool all of the people all of the time.” When it comes to weight loss, it seems that most of us have been fooled most of the time…
Source: IndependentMail.com

Fast-food restaurants have key role in fighting childhood obesity: expert

Sep 26, 2008

Hospitals and health-care units should team up with fast-food chains to help fight childhood obesity, a leading expert says…
Source: The Standard

Randy Jackson opens up about gastric bypass surgery and his struggle with type 2 diabetes

Sep 25, 2008

When Randy Jackson called on Tuesday, he was downright ebullient. “Stephanieee!” He exclaimed, although I am fairly certain that four seconds earlier was the first time he had ever heard my name…
Source: Los Angeles Times

Robotic surgery makes weight loss procedure safer

Sep 25, 2008

Robot-assisted weight loss surgery cuts down a patient’s risk of developing a rare but serious complication, according to a five-year study…
Source: The Economic Times

Snoring, Sleep Apnoea And Obesity In Teenagers

Sep 25, 2008

Sleep-related breathing disorders, snoring and sleep apnoea are frequent and well-known disorders in children and adults. However, they have been poorly studied in teenagers so far…
Source: Medical News Today

Survey finds clues to fighting obesity in kids

Sep 25, 2008

Parents, teachers asked to find ways to promote better eating habits, active lifestyles for children…
Source: Ohio.com

Obesity Surgery Performed Through Vagina, U.S. First

Sep 24, 2008

On Tuesday, September 16, 2008, the UC San Diego Center for the Future of Surgery performed the nation’s first gastrectomy, a partial removal of the stomach, through the vagina. This new “natural orifice” technique may be an attractive alternative for the 200,000 U.S. patients who undergo surgery for the treatment of obesity each year…
Source: Science Daily

Self discipline is key for weight-loss surgery

Sep 23, 2008

Sara Sloan could be the star of an advertisement for weight-reduction surgery. This 58-year-old retired teacher from Brooklyn had been “the heaviest kid in kindergarten, heavy my whole life,” she said, until she underwent gastric bypass surgery in May 2004 and lost 128 pounds in less than a year…
Source: HeraldTribune.com

Weight Loss Surgery May Be Associated With Bone Loss

Sep 23, 2008

Weight loss surgery may be linked to deficiencies in calcium and vitamin D and bone loss, according to a new study…
Source: Science Daily

Calorie restriction diet not linked to bone loss

Sep 22, 2008

A calorie restriction diet does not cause bone loss in young, overweight adults, provided adequate amounts of calcium and other nutrients are maintained, according to a report in the Archives of Internal Medicine…
Source:

MAYOR BLOOMBERG AND SHAQUILLE O’NEAL ANNOUNCE NEW FOOD STANDARDS FOR CITY AGENCIES

Sep 22, 2008

Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and NBA superstar Shaquille O’Neal today announced the launch of the City’s first formal food standards, ensuring that the 225 million snacks and meals served annually by City agencies are healthier than ever…
Source: Media Newswire

Mini Treadmills: Anti-Obesity Tool or Death of Playtime?

Sep 22, 2008

Psychiatrists and Exercise Experts Debate the Wisdom in Kids’ Workout Equipment…
Source: ABC News

No end in sight for the obesity epidemic

Sep 21, 2008

It’s been a decade since the U.S. surgeon general declared that childhood obesity has become an epidemic…
Source: SignOnSanDiego.com

Buffalo-Niagara schools, health insurers join to fight obesity in children

Sep 20, 2008

The nation’s childhood obesity rate has nearly doubled since 1980 to 30 percent, and obese children and teenagers today are developing diseases formerly only seen in adults…
Source: The Buffalo News

Disabilities Can Change Weight-Loss Rules

Sep 20, 2008

It’s disconcerting enough when you think you’re doing the right thing - eating healthy, following the recommended food guidelines - and not getting the hoped for results with a smaller waist and lower weight…
Source: Tampa Bay Online

Weight loss helps hypertensive overweight people

Sep 20, 2008

A new Italian study shows that about half overweight people with stage 1 hypertension or high blood pressure can get their blood pressure normalized by simply losing 5 to 12 percent weight and…
Source: FoodConsumer.org

New obesity warning for kids

Sep 18, 2008

In a new and disturbing twist on the obesity epidemic, some overweight teenagers have severe liver damage caused by too much body fat, and a handful have needed liver transplants…
Source: Ventura County Star

Seven Questions For Weight Loss

Sep 18, 2008

It seems that everyone I meet feels like they could stand to lose a few pounds, but is that really the case? Are you really putting your health at risk, or are you just carrying around a little harmless fluff…
Source: FitSugar

UI study shows how to lose weight without losing bone

Sep 18, 2008

A higher-protein diet that emphasizes lean meats and low-fat dairy foods as sources of protein and calcium can mean weight loss without bone loss – and the evidence is in bone scans taken throughout a new UI study…
Source: New Bureau

Chemical Suppressing Hunger Hormone Might Be The Answer To Obesity

Sep 17, 2008

Blocking production of a hormone called ghrelin, which creates the sensation of hunger, could be the answer to obesity, a problem that has become a major reason of concern in the US, where two-thirds of the populations are either overweight or obese, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
Source: eFluxMedia

Factors Associated With Poor Weight Loss After Gastric Bypass Surgery Identified

Sep 17, 2008

Individuals with diabetes and those whose stomach pouches are larger appear less likely to successfully lose weight after gastric bypass surgery, according to a report in the September issue of Archives of Surgery, one of the JAMA/Archives journals…
Source: Science Daily

The Workplace’s Newest Weight Loss Trick: The Moving Office

Sep 17, 2008

The wellness police have some new surpises for us. Coming soon to an office near you: treadmills that double as workstations. Walking meetings. Conference rooms outfitted with exercise bikes…
Source: Business Week

Former Arkansas Gov. Huckabee calls for health changes

Sep 16, 2008

The nation’s health care system can’t be overhauled without first addressing preventable health problems, particularly obesity, former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee said Tuesday…
Source: WRAL.com

Gastric Bypass Surgery Less Helpful for Diabetics

Sep 16, 2008

It’s often considered a last resort for the severely overweight and obese, but gastric bypass surgery can be a lifesaver for one group of overweight patients: those with diabetes…
Source: Time

Campaigns Launched To Move Californians From Fat to Fit

Sep 15, 2008

Californians are overweight, out of shape and getting that way earlier in life, according to a study released this month. Even before the California Health Interview Survey was released by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research…
Source: California Healthline

Gastric bypass ROSE

Sep 15, 2008

Researchers say about one-third of Americans are obese (BMI of 30 or greater) and 4.8 percent are morbidly obese (BMI of 40 or greater). Rates of obesity are slightly higher among women compared to men (35.3 percent in women, 33.3 percent in men)…
Source: HOI News

Weight-Loss Surgery Requires Discipline

Sep 15, 2008

Sara Sloan could be the star of an advertisement for weight-reduction surgery. This 58-year-old retired teacher from Brooklyn had been “the heaviest kid in kindergarten…
Source: The New York Times

6 Food Mistakes Parents Make

Sep 14, 2008

A childhood nutrition instructor, knows firsthand that children can be picky eaters, but even she was surprised by a preschooler last year who ate a mostly chocolate diet…
Source: The New York Times

‘Overeating is Not the Only Cause of Obesity’

Sep 12, 2008

They say it is probably bad eating habits and lack of exercise, and maybe it is something else - they obviously don’t know for sure…
Source: RedOrbit

Banning Soft Drinks in Schools Has Small Impact

Sep 12, 2008

Banning soft drinks in elementary schools may not make a huge difference in kids’ overall consumption of the beverages, a new study suggests…
Source: U.S. News

Childhood obesity causing further concern

Sep 12, 2008

The epidemic of childhood obesity is talked about all the time, and has been for many years. Obesity in children is especially troubling because of the extensive health problems that can develop later in life…
Source: MLive.com

Obesity driving rise in arthritis

Sep 12, 2008

More than a million additional people in North Carolina will likely have arthritis by 2030, according to projections by the Centers for Disease Control…
Source: The News & Observer

SF: FATHER PLANS TO RUN ACROSS U.S. TO RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT CHILDHOOD OBESITY

Sep 12, 2008

A 45-year-old father of two from North Carolina plans to start a new world record and raise awareness about childhood obesity Saturday by running from San Francisco to New York in 45 days…
Source: cbs5.com

Weight-Loss Surgery Weighed as Diabetes Rx

Sep 12, 2008

International health experts will convene in New York City next week to discuss an unconventional and arguably radical approach to treating people with type 2 diabetes: weight-loss surgery…
Source: AJC.com