Scientist link Sugar to Mental Dullness and Cancer

May 16, 2012
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We are eating too much sugar, experts warn. The average American consumes 130 pounds of sugar per year, and according to research at UCLA, sugar can lead to memory problems, learning problems and general mental dumbness. By grouping rates into three groups, they concluded that rates drinking sugary drinks had the most difficultly finishing a [...]

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Obesity Shows No Signs of Slowing Down – Could be 56.7% in 2030

May 8, 2012
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36% of the adult population is currently categorized as obese (other studies suggest only 26%: view other post), new research points a grim light on the growing concern for obesity in America. New research shows that the obesity epidemic is not slowing down. Obesity research for the next two decades is estimated to reach an [...]

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Mexico is Safe to Travel To, Says Michelle Obama

April 4, 2012
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Michelle Obama says that even though Mexico is getting  negative press, with various media venues claiming it’s more dangerous and more violent, Mexico is still relatively safe. She warns people have to be on guard, no matter where you travel to. Be on guard and conscientious travels, and use common sense. Michelle Obama also says [...]

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What is the Future of the Obesity for the UK and the US?

March 20, 2012
America's Fat Future

Obesity is changing the way we live our lives, the way we interact with people and the way we plan for our futures. Obesity is especially severe in the U.S. and the U.K. with these frightening statistics. It may be surprising that the UK is suffering from the similar problems as we are in the US. [...]

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2011 Obesity Study Shines Light On Key Demographics and Statistics

March 9, 2012
Obesity Statistics in 2011

In 2011 saw less obese and overweight individuals and a rise in healthly weight. Health (normal) weight individuals grew from 35.4% to 36.1% from 2010 to 2011, respectively. The new study by the Gallup and their Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index also shown some significant correlations between interest demographics as well a positive correlation between obesity and comorbidites. Overall, [...]

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More Insurance Companies Going to Cover Weight-loss Surgery?

February 10, 2012
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As more benefits of bariatric (weight loss) surgery becomes aware in the public’s eye, many are urging insurance companies to cover weight loss surgery. There have been numerous studies showing that insurance companies can actually cut costs over the long run by offering bariatric surgeries to their patients. Earlier last week, medical device manufacturer Allergan ( the [...]

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Obesity Increases the Risk of Colon Cancer

January 28, 2012
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Obesity is on rise all over the world due to changes in life style and dietary habits of the people. According to national health and nutrition examination surrey (NHANES) report 1999-200, 64 percent of the adult population in America is overweight and almost one third of the adults are obese (31% adults aged 20 years [...]

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Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery: Decreased Heart Attacks

January 12, 2012
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A new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association, followed 4,000 obese Swedish people who’ve undergone bariatric surgery. Between 1987 and 2001, the study found decreased number of cardiovascular deaths and lower incidence of cardiovascular events in obese adults. This study isn’t alarming as there have been numerous reports highlighting the various health [...]

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Obesity Worsens Bronchial Asthma; it also is a Risk Factor For Developing Bronchial Asthma

December 31, 2011
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Hazards of obesity are countless which simply warrant weight loss in time to avoid long-term sequel of excess weight. A lot of research is underway to assess the effects of obesity on respiratory system of an individual. It is already known that patients who are obese suffer obstructive sleep apnea more frequently than people with [...]

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When Should Teenagers Go for Mexico Weight Loss Surgery?

December 23, 2011
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Teens are outpacing adults. Teen obesity tripled from 1980 to 2008, while adults only doubled in the same time period. This increasing obesity from teenage to adulthood has caused many health professionals worried about the future health of the American’s citizens. When teenagers are facing impending health diseases from their obesity, it’s extremely important to lose the weight. The [...]

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