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.
Study shows chubby children may not grow out of it
About 10 percent of U.S. children between infancy and age 2 are already overweight, reports the San Francisco Chronicle.
Recent pregnancy-related deaths found to be caused by c-sections and obesity
The number of pregnancy related deaths have increased in the past decade and reports are attributing the problem to an increase Cesarean-section births and health conditions surrounding obesity.
Doctors discussing obesity with patients
A new study shows that many who are overweight do not realize it is a problem until the physicians discuss their weight with them.