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In The News: Scientists seek origins of obesity in the womb

In The News: Scientists seek origins of obesity in the womb

By MALCOLM RITTER (AP) NEW YORK — When Kathy Perusse had weight-loss surgery and shed 120 pounds, she may have done more than make her own life easier. She went on to have two daughters, and she may have boosted their chances... (Continue reading)

The Important “Must Know” Facts about Weight Control for Children

The Important

In the United States alone, an astounding one fourth of the overall population of teenagers and children are found to be obese. But despite this rate, it is still alarmingly growing. With parents and grandparents catering to their children’s unhealthy... (Continue reading)

The Factual Connection Between Losing Weight and the Thyroid

The Factual Connection Between Losing Weight and the Thyroid

Your thyroid dictates much of your metabolism, any malfunction or disease afflicting this area may cause you to have problems in metabolism leading to a drastic problem with your weight – you may either gain weight, lose weight, or may... (Continue reading)

Understanding Body Fat & the Benefits of Healthy Fat Dietary Intake

Understanding Body Fat & the Benefits of Healthy Fat Dietary Intake

This information is aimed at helping you to reduce your fat intake.  The average individual eats too much fat, a factor that’s linked to a variety of health problems, including cancer. Diets that are high in fat are associated with... (Continue reading)

Gaining Weight Over the Winter & the Long Term Risk of Obesity

Gaining Weight Over the Winter & the Long Term Risk of Obesity

Winter weight gain is a common complaint of many people and unfortunately it can lead to long term health problems, manifested bad habits and even obesity. It seems that every winter we add a few pounds, and come summer we don’t... (Continue reading)

Obesity in Children: A Big Problem That Needs to be Talked About

Obesity in Children: A Big Problem That Needs to be Talked About

In the United States alone, an astounding one fourth of the overall population of teenagers and children are found to be obese. But despite this rate, it is still growing at a staggering rate. With parents and grandparents catering to... (Continue reading)