Study Shows That Overweight Kids are More Likely to Have Behavior Problems
Researchers report that they have found a clear link between childhood obesity and behavior problems.
Role in Type 1 Diabetes Provides Clue for Researchers Who Discovered ‘Obesity Gene’
The discovery of a gene believed to be connected to morbid obesity has international origins and began as an exploration into the causes of Type I diabetes.
Improving Physical Fitness, Insulin Sensitivity May Help Latino Children at Risk for Type 2...
Reducing insulin resistance and boosting the fitness of overweight Latino children at high risk for type 2 diabetes will be crucial in efforts to protect them from diabetes and heart disease, according to investigators.
Study Reports Gastric Bypass Surgery Resolves or Improves Diabetes in Most Patients
A study of obese people with type 2 diabetes who underwent laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery (LGBP) found that 83 percent of them experienced a resolution of their disease.
Even Health Professionals Who Treat Obesity are Biased Against Overweight Patients
Obesity specialists from physicians and researchers to pharmacologists and psychologists, showed significant anti-fat bias according to a recent study
New Study Suggests a Specific Protein May Contribute to Erectile Disfunction for the Diabetic...
A new animal study suggests that protein kinase C may contribute to reduced erectile response for some.
Exercise and Weight Loss Reduces Excess Insulin and Lowers Blood Pressure in Syndrome X
Exercising and losing weight can significantly reduce the overproduction of insulin and lower the blood pressure of patients with Syndrome X.
Comfort-Food Cravings May Be Body’s Attempt to Put Brake on Chronic Stress
Researchers have identified a biochemical feedback system that could explain why some people crave comfort foods when they are chronically stressed.
People Over 40 Need Frequent Exercise to Prevent or Treat Type 2 Diabetes
People over 40 who use aerobic exercise to prevent or control diabetes need not only regular, but frequent, exercise if they are to realize its potential benefits.
Food Portions May Explain the ‘French Paradox’ of Rich Foods and a Thin Population
Perplexing disconnect between France's rich cuisine and slender population can be explained in part by portions that are significantly smaller than those in America.
Expert Warns Children May Lead Shorter Lives Than Their Parents Because of Obesity
A new book warns that today's children might be the first generation in modern history to live shorter lives than their parents because of poor diet.
Junk Food, Snacks and All-You-Can-Eat Make Freshman 15 a Reality
College freshmen beware - the freshman 15, the eating binge long speculated to pile on 15 pounds during the first year of college, could be real according to a new study by a Cornell University professor.
New Protein May Play a Role in Obesity
Study identifies a new receptor protein present on fat cells that may play a role in fat metabolism and have implications for the many individuals suffering from obesity.
Trans Fatty Acids on Food Labels: A Big Help For Consumers
including trans fatty acids on food labels should help millions of people.
Sweetened Drinks Put Children at Risk for Obesity, Poor Nutrition
Too much soda and other sugar-filled drinks make children fat - which can lead to other problems.
Low Birthweight Link to Diabetes: Opportunity to Rescue Insulin-Making Cells and Thwart Future Onset
Common condition that leads to low birthweight babies may predispose the infants to obesity and diabetes.
