Tag: obesity
Some Daycare Centers Could be Contributing to Obesity Issue
In a study completed by the University of Montreal and the CHU Sainte-Justine Hospital Research centre, researchers found that children who regularly stayed in...
1 in 5 Children Now Obese: Are Lax School Laws to...
As the childhood obesity epidemic continues (the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now estimates that 1/5 of American children are obese), public health officials continue to look at ways...
Childhood Obesity in Poor Neighborhoods Spinning Out of Control
We all know that obesity rates in the US are staggeringly high. And the sad part is, according to a recent study at Rice...
Is the Craving for Instant Gratification Driving Our Health Problems?
When The Black Eyed Peas sing "Someday," they're crooning an anthem for immediate gratification: "I don't want it someday; I don't want it one...
Obesity: It’s Not About Primarily Avoiding Calories and Fats
The rates of obesity in the US are staggeringly high and they are only getting higher. But is there a way to predict if...
Are Doctors Properly Educated and Trained Regarding Obesity?
In a study from Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, researchers found that medical students and doctors may have very little training regarding methods...
Small Weight Loss Can Provide Huge Health Results
Many people who struggle with dieting and exercise often set their ideal weight when trying to get slimmer. However, in a study published in...
