Link Found Between 180,00 Global Deaths And Sugary Drinks
USA Today reported that researchers have linked 180,000 obesity-related deaths worldwide to sugary drinks, including about 25,000 adult Americans.
Obese Children May be Less Sensitive to Taste
New study reveals that children who are obese are less sensitive to taste.
FDA Requires More Testing for Obesity Drugs
An advisory committee to the Food and Drug Administration voted 17 to 6 to require such studies, even if there were no apparent signs that a drug increased cardiovascular risk.
Medicare will cover obesity screening and treatment
Medicare, which covers some 42 million American seniors, will pay for obesity screening and behavioral therapy as part of its portfolio of preventive services.
Why is it so hard to maintain weight loss? A new study gives some insight
A recent study by Australian researchers showed that metabolism and hormone levels did not return to normal even a year after participants lost weight.
Want to lose weight and/or get in shape? Throw a leash on your dog and get outside, say experts
Dogs are the reason behind two-thirds, 66 percent, of the walks their owners take each week, according to a recent survey of more than 1,011 adults commissioned by pet food company Mars Petcare.
Study shows obese individuals may not be unhealthy
A study shows an obese person could lead a healthy life while another person with the same exact body mass index could suffer severe medical problems.
Restaurants inaccurate with calorie counts
Dieters beware: Offerings at popular restaurants may have more calories than what’s stated on menus or company websites, warns the Los Angeles Times.
Study shows lifestyle changes may help prevent Alzheimers
The Wall Street Journal reports that, factors that increase one’s risk for Alzheimer’s that are considered modifiable include diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, smoking, sedentary behavior, depression and low educational level.
Pennsylvania keeps getting fatter
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that after 20 years of rising obesity rates, the Keystone State has become the 19th most obese state in the country.