The Obese Are Frequent Targets for Cyberbullies
2014-10-03
‘Fat’ jokes, other negative messages common on social media sites, and women are often singled out, study findsContinue Reading
Healthy Lifestyle Before Pregnancy May Cut Gestational Diabetes Risk
2014-10-01
Factors that appear to lower odds include healthy weight, exercise and no smokingContinue Reading
Obesity Isn’t Sole Cause of Type 2 Diabetes
2014-09-25
Researchers uncover new genetic mutations, other contributing factorsContinue Reading
Soda Giants Pledge to Make Calorie Cuts in Their Drinks
2014-09-24
Effort aimed at curbing U.S. obesity epidemic; health experts call it positive step to boost public healthContinue Reading
Social Networking Sites Can Help Obese Lose Weight: Study
2014-09-17
Internet can offer constant, cost-effective support for dieters, London researchers sayContinue Reading
Artificial Sweeteners May Raise Blood Sugar Levels: Study
2014-09-17
Scientists saw changes in helpful gut bacteria, which can affect some people’s ability to process glucoseContinue Reading
Health Tip: Avoiding Salmonella From Your Pet
2014-09-17
Wash hands after handling food for Fluffy or FidoContinue Reading
U.S. Waistlines Keep Growing, With Women Leading the Way
2014-09-16
Average is nearly 39 inches, CDC researchers findContinue Reading
U.S. Waistlines Keep Growing, With Women Leading the Way
2014-09-16
Average is nearly 39 inches, CDC researchers findContinue Reading
FDA Approves New Obesity Drug
2014-09-11
Contrave combines two existing drugs that treat addiction and depressionContinue Reading
Obese People May Be More Vulnerable to Food Cues
2014-09-11
Eating might be less rewarding and more habitual for them, research suggestsContinue Reading
Nerve Blocking Procedure Fails to Impress in Weight Loss Study
2014-09-02
Modest reduction not significantly better than diet drugs or other surgeries
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Low-Carb Beats Low-Fat for Weight Loss, Heart Health: Study
2014-09-01
Still, experts agree there’s no one-size-fits-all dietContinue Reading