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- Obese Children’s Weight Underestimated by Moms - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Lyndsey LovingerWith our country facing an alarmingly increasing rate of obesity, it can sometimes be difficult to gauge what exactly constitutes a “normal” weight. New studies show that overweight and obese people consistently underestimate their weight and also view their children’s bulk as normal, as ...
Views: 817 - Childhood Obesity Due to Bad Habits - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from Lyndsey LovingerWhen it comes to the rising epidemic of childhood obesity, many people are quick to point fingers at genetics, however, new research suggests that bad habits are to blame. In 1980, 6.5 percent of U.S. children aged 6 to 11 years were considered obese, but that percentage rose to nearly 20 ...
Views: 1472(1 vote) - Battling Children’s Addiction to Sugar and Bad Eating Habits In and Out of School - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Lyndsey LovingerJust take a quick look around the playgrounds in and around schools these days and you will see fewer kids playing sports, and more either gaming or texting. In addition to the loss of activity, their bad eating habits in school as well as at home are increasing our children’s waistlines. With ...
Views: 1111(2 votes) - Obesity Caused by Environment - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Lyndsey LovingerWhat are the biggest causes of obesity? Some may be more obvious than others (junk food and physical inactivity), but a new study suggests that environmental factors are related to the risk of becoming obese, as discussed in a recent article from Reuters. Environmental factors that may lead ...
Views: 1161(1 vote) - Childhood Obesity Impacted by Marketing - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Lyndsey LovingerChildren can be easily influenced by what they see in the media. Often times, food is being directly marketed to children because advertisers know that kids want what they see on television. Now the World Health Organization (WHO) is calling for food marketing curbs in an effort to fight the ...
Views: 932(2 votes) - Weight Loss with Weight Watchers New Points Plus - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Lyndsey LovingerWeight Watchers recently announced their new Points Plus program, a big shift from the regular program and a change in point value for most foods. The most significant change? Fruits and vegetables are now zero points, which essentially means they can be eaten in unlimited quantities with no ...
Views: 1141(1 vote) - Weight Loss Tips: Small Changes Make a Huge Difference - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Lyndsey LovingerChildhood obesity is a growing epidemic in the United States. Is it based purely on genetics? Some obesity may be impacted by genetics, but the truth is, a lifestyle can be adjusted to be more healthy and small changes are key to successful weight loss. In a recent USA Today article written ...
Views: 1148(2 votes) - Weight Loss Tips: 5 Tests That Can Save Your Life - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2011 from Lyndsey LovingerIf you’re overweight or obese, it is very important to get these five tests done regularly. Even if you’re of normal weight, these tests can potentially detect a major health risk. It’s always better to take precaution and get checked up regularly by your doctor, even if you don’t have any ...
Views: 1097(2 votes) - Childhood Obesity Begins Early - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2011 from Lyndsey LovingerAccording to a recent article in the Los Angeles Times by Eryn Brown, childhood obesity can begin in a baby as young as nine months old. Although “baby fat” may look cute, it can actually be dangerous. An overweight or obese baby can be predisposed to obesity later in life, according to ...
Views: 1243(2 votes) - “Healthy” Kids’ Foods Usually Aren’t - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2011 from Lyndsey LovingerPackaging on food can often be deceiving, especially when it comes to those marketed towards children. Many food packaging claims that its food is healthy and nutritious, when in fact, it is not. Americans spend $168 billion a year on obesity-related health care costs. Yet, another study has ...
Views: 797(2 votes) - South Los Angeles Says No to Fast Food - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Lyndsey LovingerAfter banning fast food toys in many restaurants, California is taking another initiative against obesity; this time, the setting is South Los Angeles, as discussed in a recent New York Times article, written by Jennifer Medina. Los Angeles is making a bold statement by banning new fast-food ...
Views: 815(2 votes) - Lose Weight, Spend Less - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Lyndsey LovingerExercise is a key part of weight loss, but many people hesitate to join a gym due to high membership fees. Yes, it's true that some gyms or health clubs charge more and perhaps include more amenities, but there are less expensive alternatives for those who are just looking to get in some ...
Views: 908(2 votes) - Despite Obesity Epidemic, Children Opt Out of Gym Class - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Lyndsey LovingerIt is not news to us that the United States is suffering from an obesity epidemic, both in adults and children. What is shocking, however, is the fact that children are still not being encouraged to become more physically active. More specifically, students are being given the choice to ...
Views: 1698 - U.S. Army Fights Fat with Nutrition - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Lyndsey LovingerAmerican soldiers should be in top physical form and health-conscious, right? Not necessarily so, but nutrition is becoming a priority in the military, as discussed in a recent article written by Alan Scher Zagier of the Huffington Post. Mess halls in training sites across the country are ...
Views: 611(1 vote) - Obesity Surgery Becomes Option for More People - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2010 from Lyndsey LovingerWhen you think of weight-loss surgery, what comes to mind? You probably think that it’s an extreme option for the severely overweight or obese, which is essentially what it was. Until now. This story was covered by Andrew Pollack of The New York Times. Following a request by the ...
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