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  • Kidney Transplant, Sleep Disorder May Add Up to Trouble
    (19-Nov-2009)
    Heart disease, stroke more likely for organ recipients with sleep apnea, study finds

  • Appalachia, Southeast Hit Hardest by Obesity and Diabetes
    (19-Nov-2009)
    CDC county-by-county analysis finds some areas with 1 in 10 adults already diabetic

  • Obesity Rolling Back Gains in Heart Health
    (17-Nov-2009)
    Studies show risk factors rising among children and adults, with many denying they have a problem

  • Baby Boomers May Prove More Disabled Than Their Elders
    (13-Nov-2009)
    Wave of disabilities could overburden health-care system, researchers fear

  • Study Links Yo-Yo Dieting to Addiction
    (12-Nov-2009)
    Rats fed sugary chow suffered withdrawal when regular meals returned

  • Fasting on Alternate Days May Make Dieting Easier
    (11-Nov-2009)
    Heart health could also benefit from this plan, researchers find

  • Gut Bacteria Might Be Making People Fat
    (11-Nov-2009)
    Study in mice suggests link between intestinal microbes, diet and obesity

  • Teen Obesity Ups MS Risk in Women
    (10-Nov-2009)
    Researchers suspect lower vitamin D levels may be to blame

  • Obesity Seems to Alter Heart Structure
    (09-Nov-2009)
    Result may be left atrial enlargement, study finds

  • Genes Linked to 'Pot' Belly
    (05-Nov-2009)
    And excess consumption of saturated fats raises obesity risk, researchers find

  • Fast Eating Limits Gut Hormones That Induce Fullness
    (04-Nov-2009)
    The result is overeating, research shows

  • Science Finds Healing in Halloween Horrors
    (30-Oct-2009)
    Vampire bats, spiders and even a monster have sparked new treatments

  • Let Kids Sleep Late on Weekends to Fight Fat: Study
    (28-Oct-2009)
    Too little shuteye contributes to obesity, researchers say

  • Antipsychotic Drugs Spur Dramatic Weight Gain in Kids
    (27-Oct-2009)
    Researchers urge other alternatives, close monitoring of patients

  • Where You Put on Pounds May Influence Clot Risk
    (26-Oct-2009)
    Big hips in women, wide waists in men spell trouble, study finds

  • Diabetes Drug May Boost Weight Loss in Obese Patients
    (23-Oct-2009)
    Combo of diet, exercise and injections helped non-diabetics shed pounds, study finds

  • Heavy Patients Get Little Respect From Doctors
    (23-Oct-2009)
    Study finding shows doctors have to realize obesity is a disease, expert says

  • Super Obesity Ups Risk of Dying After Weight-Loss Surgery
    (21-Oct-2009)
    Deaths also more common among those with chronic diseases, study finds

  • For Obese, Weight Gained in Pregnancy May Not Leave
    (21-Oct-2009)
    Overweight women have tougher time shedding those excess pounds, study finds

  • Obesity May Affect Fertility in Young Women
    (16-Oct-2009)
    Ability to have children is important to many who undergo weight-reduction surgery, study finds

  • Soda Taxes Not Making a Dent in U.S. Waistlines
    (16-Oct-2009)
    Small increases in cost for sugary drinks haven't slowed obesity epidemic, study finds

  • Smog Tougher on the Obese
    (15-Oct-2009)
    Study finds sharp hikes in blood pressure when overweight, air pollution combine

  • Ex-NFL Players Hold Their Own Health-Wise
    (09-Oct-2009)
    Former pros have lower risk of heart disease, suggesting early fitness pays off, researcher says

  • Nutrition Still Not 'A' Grade in U.S. Schools: Studies
    (07-Oct-2009)
    Guidelines are helping, but more is needed to stem teen obesity, researchers say

  • Troubled Minds Can Mean Wider Waistlines
    (07-Oct-2009)
    Repeat episodes of anxiety, depression tied to weight gain, study finds

  • Exercise in Adolescence May Cut Risk of Deadly Brain Tumor
    (06-Oct-2009)
    Physical activity later in life didn't seem to matter, study finds

  • Delaying Weight-Loss Surgery May Leave Teens at Risk
    (02-Oct-2009)
    Acting before kids gain more improves outcomes, study shows

  • Pre-Pregnancy Weight Linked to Babies' Heart Problems
    (01-Oct-2009)
    Overweight women more likely to have infants with certain birth defects, research shows

  • Workplace Wellness Seems to Really Work
    (30-Sep-2009)
    Investing in employee health cuts medical costs and ups productivity, heart experts say

  • Obese Middle-Aged Women Face Unhealthy Future
    (30-Sep-2009)
    Extra weight cuts chances for long, healthy life by nearly 80%, study finds

  • No Osteoarthritis Seen in Obese Mice Without Leptin
    (29-Sep-2009)
    Hormone linked to appetite may also influence arthritis risk, researchers find

  • Cost Savings Adds to Value of Preventing Chronic Disease
    (23-Sep-2009)
    Avoiding diabetes, high blood pressure can add years to life, researchers say

  • Successful Dieters Show Unique Brain Patterns
    (23-Sep-2009)
    Scans found regions related to inhibition, self-control were more active

  • Leukemia Cells May Hide in Fat Tissue
    (22-Sep-2009)
    Finding explains why obese children have higher relapse rates, researchers say

  • Diet, Exercise May Slow Kidney Disease Progression
    (18-Sep-2009)
    Obese patients can also benefit from weight-loss surgery, review finds

  • Middle-Age Heart Risk Factors Shorten Men's Lives
    (18-Sep-2009)
    Smoking, hypertension, high cholesterol cut 10 years of life, study finds

  • Drinking, Weight, Depression Linked in Young Women: Study
    (17-Sep-2009)
    Treatment for one of these issues should take into account the others, report says

  • 'Soda Tax' Wins Health Experts' Support
    (16-Sep-2009)
    Researchers cite a win-win for health care and obesity, but beverage industry balks at proposal

  • Most Adult Americans at Some Risk for Heart Disease
    (14-Sep-2009)
    Surging obesity rates have reversed gains, study finds

  • Curbing Obesity Epidemic Key to Health Care Reform: Experts
    (11-Sep-2009)
    Overweight is major contributing factor for chronic disease, U.S. health groups say

  • Metabolic Syndrome May Raise Risk of Peripheral Artery Disease
    (09-Sep-2009)
    Women much more likely to develop PAD if they had constellation of other symptoms, researchers found

  • Acupuncture May Help Relieve Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
    (04-Sep-2009)
    Exercise also improves symptoms and related risk factors, study finds

  • Blueberry Drink Protects Mice From Obesity, Diabetes
    (04-Sep-2009)
    Lab results indicate that juice/bacteria combination could help people, too

  • Doctors' Efforts to Fight Childhood Obesity Not Working
    (04-Sep-2009)
    Study suggests officials might need to rethink strategies

  • Thin Thighs Might Be Harbinger of Heart Disease
    (04-Sep-2009)
    Increased risk seen in Danish study, but authors say more research is needed

  • Waist-Hip Ratio Good Gauge of Obesity in Elderly, Study Shows
    (04-Sep-2009)
    After age 70, body mass index is less effective in identifying unhealthy weight levels, researchers say

  • Scientists Turn Off 'Obesity Switch' in Mice
    (03-Sep-2009)
    Deleted gene allows rodents to eat high-fat diet and stay thin, research shows

  • Nightly Snacking May Speed Weight Gain
    (03-Sep-2009)
    Mice fed high-fat diets got fatter if fed during their normal 'sleep time'

  • Pancreatic Cancer Deaths Higher for Blacks
    (02-Sep-2009)
    Accounting for risk factors made no difference in disparity, researchers find

  • Weight-Loss Surgery Breaks Families' 'Obesity Cycle'
    (02-Sep-2009)
    Moms operated on before pregnancy had thinner children, study found

  • Key Protein May Link Obesity, Diabetes, Heart Woes
    (01-Sep-2009)
    Molecule in fat tissues spurs chronic inflammation that gives rise to disease, researchers say

  • Adult Weight Gain Tied to Prostate Cancer Risk
    (01-Sep-2009)
    White men risk more aggressive tumors if pounds mount up in 20s, 30s, study finds

  • Fat-Fighting Chemical Holds Promise
    (27-Aug-2009)
    But research on 'fatostatin' is still in early stages

  • As Waistlines Widen, Brains Shrink
    (26-Aug-2009)
    The obese and overweight have less neurological tissue, study finds

  • Wider Waist Boosts Asthma Risk
    (25-Aug-2009)
    Even if women were of normal weight, extra fat around abdomen raised the odds, study found

  • FDA Investigating Weight-Loss Drug Over Reports of Liver Damage
    (25-Aug-2009)
    32 cases reported since orlistat came on market in 1999

  • Americans Are Urged to Cut Sugar Intake
    (24-Aug-2009)
    Experts recommend far fewer teaspoons a day than average person now consumes

  • Obesity Tied to Prostate Cancer Recurrence
    (21-Aug-2009)
    Leads to poor prognosis in both blacks and whites after surgery, study finds

  • How Weight Loss Helps the Heart
    (11-Aug-2009)
    Study found it reversed structural abnormalities seen among the obese

  • More Evidence Healthy Living Brings Long Life
    (10-Aug-2009)
    Good diet, no smoking, regular exercise lower chronic disease risk by 80%, CDC study finds

  • Slide Into Debt Could Bring Wider Waistline
    (07-Aug-2009)
    Less activity, 'comfort eating' might spur obesity, German study finds

  • More Kids Becoming Severely Obese
    (31-Jul-2009)
    Expert urges additional programs, and coverage, for health effects

  • Infants Cared for in Another Home Become Heavier Toddlers
    (30-Jul-2009)
    Being in own home, day-care centers didn't increase weight, study found

  • Scientists Find Way to Make 'Good' Brown Fat
    (29-Jul-2009)
    Discovery could lead to ways to increase energy-burning in body, fight obesity

  • Study Finds Weight-Loss Surgery Safer Than Thought
    (29-Jul-2009)
    Death risk only 0.3 percent, chances of serious complications 4.3 percent

  • More Can Be Done to Slow Obesity's Toll on Health: Experts
    (28-Jul-2009)
    HHS Secretary Sebelius says real change begins with America's kids

  • Unhooking the Obesity-Diabetes Connection
    (27-Jul-2009)
    Understanding the link may someday lead to a cure, studies suggest

  • Almost 10 Percent of U.S. Medical Costs Tied to Obesity
    (27-Jul-2009)
    Only return to healthy behaviors will bring expenditures down, experts say

  • Giving Statins to Kids Provokes Debate
    (26-Jul-2009)
    Cholesterol-lowering drugs may help young hearts, but long-term use raises concerns

  • 1 in 7 Low-Income Preschoolers Is Obese
    (23-Jul-2009)
    CDC stats do show the epidemic might be slowing down among poor families

  • Eating Habits in the Obese May Echo Drug Addicts' Patterns
    (22-Jul-2009)
    Sensitization could be at play, nutrition expert says

  • Studies Affirm Value of Healthy Lifestyle
    (21-Jul-2009)
    Those who ate right, exercised lowered chances of cardiovascular trouble

  • Weight-Loss Enzyme Identified
    (21-Jul-2009)
    Researchers may have found a way to curb hunger, rev up energy

  • Probiotics Supplement May Help After Gastric Bypass Surgery
    (17-Jul-2009)
    In study, patients lost weight faster and avoided vitamin B deficiency

  • Dietary Oils May Help Some Fight Fat
    (16-Jul-2009)
    Two common supplements lower body fat, build muscle in obese older women with diabetes, researchers find

  • Blacks Have Highest Obesity Rates in U.S.
    (16-Jul-2009)
    Hispanics also show higher prevalence than whites, CDC researchers find

  • Lighter Meals May Bring Longer Life
    (09-Jul-2009)
    Monkey study is best evidence yet that fewer daily calories boost lifespan

  • Obesity Rates Continue to Climb in U.S.
    (01-Jul-2009)
    Eight of 10 states with highest number of obese adults are in the South, report says

  • Obese Get Higher Doses of Radiation for X-Rays
    (30-Jun-2009)
    Cumulative effect of that needs study, experts say

  • Eating Animal Fat May Lead to Pancreatic Cancer
    (26-Jun-2009)
    Added risk is tied to red meat and dairy products, study finds

  • Obese Poor Shut Out From Weight-Loss Surgeries
    (25-Jun-2009)
    Too often, they lack insurance or face roadblocks in getting the procedures, study finds

  • Bariatric Surgery Cuts Cancer Risk for Women
    (24-Jun-2009)
    Finding adds to the link between obesity and cancer, experts say

  • Obesity While Young Boosts Pancreatic Cancer Risk
    (23-Jun-2009)
    Study points to yet another reason to maintain a healthy weight

  • A Few Extra Pounds Might Bring Extra Years
    (23-Jun-2009)
    Study finds overweight, but not obesity, tied to longer lifespan

  • Common Weight-Loss Surgery May Double Risk of Kidney Stones
    (22-Jun-2009)
    Roux-en-Y gastric bypass linked to small increased chances of trouble, research shows

  • Obesity Greatly Raises Endometrial Cancer Risk
    (22-Jun-2009)
    Odds are 22 times higher for very overweight women, study finds

  • Does Location Affect Kids' Weight?
    (19-Jun-2009)
    Study refutes belief that living near fast-food joints makes children fat

  • Health Tip: Help Prevent Metabolic Syndrome
    (18-Jun-2009)
    A possible precursor to diabetes and heart disease

  • Heart Association Warns of Surgery Risks in Obese
    (15-Jun-2009)
    Complications may include wound infections, heart problems, new advisory says

  • Diabetes Drug Byetta May Aid Weight Loss in Obese Patients
    (11-Jun-2009)
    Combined diet, exercise and injection had best results in study

  • Neck Size May Affect Severity of Sleep Apnea
    (10-Jun-2009)
    Even non-obese people are at risk, researchers find

  • Health Care 'Gap' Continues for Minority, Poor Americans
    (09-Jun-2009)
    Government report finds they have higher incidence of illness, fewer options for care

  • Races Differ in Rates of Sleep-Related Obesity
    (08-Jun-2009)
    Blacks get less shuteye than whites, more suffer from obesity, study finds

  • Know Your Odds for Heart Failure
    (08-Jun-2009)
    Lifestyle plays key role, study confirms, and a new 'calculator' helps gauge risk

  • Obesity May Dampen Response to Asthma Meds
    (04-Jun-2009)
    Study runs counter to research that has suggested excess weight worsens disease

  • Want to Stop Cancer? You Can, Experts Say
    (03-Jun-2009)
    Lifestyle changes have been shown to lower odds, even for those at higher risk

  • Making Obese Mice Slim, Without Diet or Exercise
    (03-Jun-2009)
    Findings might someday help overweight humans, too, experts say

  • Fewer New Pounds in Pregnancy Best for Obese Moms
    (02-Jun-2009)
    Findings support recent changes to gestational weight gain guidelines

  • Weight-Loss Surgery Options Compared in Super-Obese
    (02-Jun-2009)
    Duodenal switch may be more effective than gastric bypass, researchers say

  • Weight May Affect Colonoscopy Success
    (01-Jun-2009)
    More rigorous prep is needed for obese people, study finds

  • Experts Urge Less Weight Gain for Obese Women in Pregnancy
    (28-May-2009)
    New guidelines suggest adding no more than 20 pounds

  • Hardened Arteries Threaten Obese, Diabetic Youth
    (26-May-2009)
    Ultrasound shows damage tied to rising odds for stroke, heart attack, researchers say

  • Among Obese Diabetics, Sleep Apnea May Be Common
    (22-May-2009)
    Study finds, though, that disorder often goes undiagnosed

  • Money May Matter, Health-Wise, in Old Age
    (18-May-2009)
    With wealth and education come fewer chronic problems, study finds

  • Obese People Seem to Do Better With Heart Disease
    (18-May-2009)
    Still, it's best to lose that excess weight, review says

  • Obesity May Raise Kids' Allergy Risk
    (08-May-2009)
    With both problems on the rise, researchers call for more study

  • Obese Children More Likely to Suffer Lower Body Injuries
    (02-May-2009)
    Stress on muscle, bone behind severity of damage, longer recovery, study finds

  • Remembrance of Fat May Be at Root of Cravings
    (29-Apr-2009)
    Once a survival tool, ability could be making people today fat, expert says

  • Lifestyle Factors Tied to Older Adults' Diabetes Risk
    (28-Apr-2009)
    As population ages, even small changes affect incidence, study finds

  • Smoking, Hypertension Each Account for 1 in 5 U.S. Deaths
    (28-Apr-2009)
    Prevention efforts 'have run out of steam,' expert says

  • Family History of Asthma Boosts Odds Almost 6 Times
    (23-Apr-2009)
    U.S. researchers say assessing kin may identify those at risk for developing condition

  • A Pre-Workout Meal to Help You Burn Fat
    (23-Apr-2009)
    Stay away from white bread, other 'high-glycemic' carbs, researchers say

  • Staying Slim Is Good for the Environment
    (22-Apr-2009)
    Sustaining heavier people produces more greenhouse gases, researchers say

  • Obesity May Hide Fetal Abnormalities on Ultrasounds
    (22-Apr-2009)
    As a woman's weight rises, so does risk of inaccurate reading, study shows

  • Bariatric Surgery Centers Don't Deliver Better Outcomes
    (21-Apr-2009)
    Study finds these units of excellence no better, more costly, than other hospitals

  • Study Rates Breast Cancer Risks Among Races
    (20-Apr-2009)
    Researchers find white and black women share certain risks; other factors more distinctive

  • Fructose-Sweetened Drinks Up Metabolic Syndrome Risk
    (20-Apr-2009)
    But glucose-based beverages may not have same impact, study finds

  • A Fat That May Keep You Thin
    (08-Apr-2009)
    'Brown' fat, previously unknown in adults, revs up calorie-burning, experts say

  • Obesity Linked to Heart Failure Risk
    (07-Apr-2009)
    Waist size important in women, not men, researchers report

  • Pot Belly Boosts Risk for Restless Legs Syndrome
    (06-Apr-2009)
    Obesity may alter nervous system, triggering the movement disorder, researchers say

  • More U.S. Kids Taking Diabetes, Blood Pressure Drugs
    (06-Apr-2009)
    Prescriptions rose by more than 15 percent in 3 years, researchers say

  • Kids Who Lack Self-Control May Be Prone to Weight Gain
    (06-Apr-2009)
    New research finds that need for instant gratification might play a part

  • Obesity Boosts Gum Disease Risk
    (05-Apr-2009)
    Experts say common denominator may be inflammation, suggest heart-healthy diet

  • TV Time May Not Be Benign
    (03-Apr-2009)
    Behavioral problems, obesity more likely in kids who watch 2 hours-plus a day

  • Fewer Sugary Drinks Key to Weight Loss
    (02-Apr-2009)
    Cutting down on sodas, other sweet beverages may work better than eating less, study finds

  • School PE Programs Don't Lower Child Obesity
    (30-Mar-2009)
    But they do boost fitness and are still valuable, study finds

  • Rapid Infant Weight Gain Linked to Childhood Obesity
    (30-Mar-2009)
    Harvard study suggests earliest intervention may reduce risk

  • Urine Test May ID Unhealthy Diets
    (26-Mar-2009)
    Low potassium level indicates poor nutrition, study finds

  • Black Women at Higher Risk for Aggressive Breast Tumors
    (25-Mar-2009)
    Triple negative growths 3 times more likely regardless of age, weight, study finds

  • Many Americans Fear Being Diagnosed With Diabetes
    (24-Mar-2009)
    But most do little to reduce risks of getting blood sugar disease, survey finds

  • High Blood Fat Levels Common in Americans
    (23-Mar-2009)
    And those fats, called triglycerides, may contribute to heart risk, study says

  • Most New EMS Recruits Overweight or Obese
    (20-Mar-2009)
    Massachusetts finding has troubling implications for public safety, experts say

  • Internal Clock and Metabolism May Be Linked
    (19-Mar-2009)
    Discovery in mice could offer clues to effects of aging, experts say

  • Obesity Tied to Poor Pancreatic Cancer Surgery Outcomes
    (18-Mar-2009)
    Study finds risk of disease recurrence, death nearly twice that of normal-weight patients

  • High Rate of Early Heart Failure Seen in Blacks
    (18-Mar-2009)
    Biggest risk factors were hypertension, obesity, study found

  • Obesity Takes Years Off Your Life
    (18-Mar-2009)
    It's similar to smoking when it comes to effect on longevity, researchers note

  • Weight Loss Might Not Curb Knee Arthritis
    (13-Mar-2009)
    Obesity boosts risk, but weight has no overall effect on progression, study says

  • Aging Baby Boomers May Swamp Cardiac Care
    (13-Mar-2009)
    'Diabesity' renders them more prone to heart attacks than their predecessors, researchers say

  • Kids Who Live Near Green Spaces Seem to Walk More
    (12-Mar-2009)
    Experts urge urban planners to heed study's finding and help fight obesity

  • Overweight Preschoolers Raise Their Heart Disease Risk
    (11-Mar-2009)
    Study found they showed early signs of cardiovascular trouble

  • Neck Fat a Measure of Heart Risk
    (11-Mar-2009)
    It signals danger independently of stomach fat, researchers report

  • Too Little Sleep May Raise Diabetes Risk
    (11-Mar-2009)
    Less than 6 hours of slumber per night heightened the odds, study found

  • Obesity, Diabetes and Heart Disease May Speed Dementia
    (10-Mar-2009)
    Expert urges people to modify lifestyle after reports find a connection

  • Church-Based Weight Plan Peels Off Pounds for Blacks
    (10-Mar-2009)
    Members dropped 5% of body weight and sustained it for 6 months, study finds

  • Stress May Raise Diabetes Risk for Obese Black Women
    (05-Mar-2009)
    Surge in anxiety-linked hormone worsens blood sugar level, researchers suggest

  • Bias Against Obesity Is Found Among Future Dietitians
    (05-Mar-2009)
    Attitude could affect care patients might get, experts warn

  • 'Fasting Signal' Offers Clues to Insulin Resistance in the Obese
    (03-Mar-2009)
    Drugs blocking this communication may offer therapeutic benefits, mouse study finds

  • Night Shift Work Hard on the Heart
    (03-Mar-2009)
    Study finds it alters levels of hormones, could raise risk of obesity, diabetes and heart disease

  • Men's Sex Lives May Suffer as Waistlines Expand
    (03-Mar-2009)
    Gastric bypass surgery can restore function for obese males, study finds

  • Undoing the 'Big Baby' Trend
    (01-Mar-2009)
    As infant weights rise, parents are urged to take steps early to prevent obesity

  • Obesity Just as Risky for Teens as Heavy Smoking
    (25-Feb-2009)
    Men who were overweight youths are far more apt to die early, study finds

  • Mice Study Shows How 'Fat Gene' Works
    (23-Feb-2009)
    Those without FTO gene stay slim without dieting or added exercise, German researchers say

  • Bill Clinton, Health Groups to Tackle Childhood Obesity
    (20-Feb-2009)
    Public, private coalition hopes to meet weight-linked healthcare needs of 6.2 million kids

  • Obesity, Lack of Insurance Take Toll on Young Americans
    (19-Feb-2009)
    CDC annual report on nation's health focuses on those aged 18 to 29

  • Cancer Death Rates Decline Among Blacks, But Disparities Linger
    (18-Feb-2009)
    Diagnosis still comes later than for whites and survival is poorer, new report finds

  • Salt Boosts Blood Pressure in High-Risk Patients
    (16-Feb-2009)
    Metabolic syndrome may enhance sodium's effect on the body, study suggests

  • Belly Fat May Make Migraines More Likely
    (12-Feb-2009)
    Age and gender also affect chances of having debilitating headaches

  • Chronic Low Back Pain Is on the Rise
    (10-Feb-2009)
    Doubling of rate in North Carolina may mimic rest of nation

  • Obese Moms More Likely to Have Babies With Birth Defects
    (10-Feb-2009)
    But researchers note risk is still small and pounds can be shed before conception

  • Disease Diagnosis Can Spur Change in Lifestyle
    (09-Feb-2009)
    Study found smokers, obese more likely to change when given bad news about health

  • Exercise Key Player in Knee Replacement Recovery
    (04-Feb-2009)
    Workouts counter functional decline, could ward off osteoarthritis, study says

  • Inflammation May Play Role in Sleep Duration
    (02-Feb-2009)
    Stress, mood affect cytokine regulators underlying resting habits, study says

  • Adult Fast-Food Diets Tied to Too Much TV as Teen
    (30-Jan-2009)
    Hours of ads for greasy, sugary fare may be to blame, researchers say

  • Health Tip: Is Your Child Getting Too Much Sugar?
    (29-Jan-2009)
    Suggestions to help your youngster cut down

  • Diabetes Keeps Rising Among U.S. Adults
    (28-Jan-2009)
    13% of people over 20 now have the condition, while 30% are pre-diabetic, study finds

  • Weight Loss Helps Incontinence
    (28-Jan-2009)
    Losing 8% of body weight almost halves the number of episodes, study finds

  • Cutting Calories May Boost Aging Brains
    (26-Jan-2009)
    Memory, thinking improved for those who ate less, study found

  • Problems Tied to Obesity Also Seem to Affect Sleep
    (23-Jan-2009)
    Studies find three separate links with sleep apnea

  • Heavy Smoking as Teenager Might Add Pounds Later
    (22-Jan-2009)
    Study finds an association, but some experts are skeptical

  • Why Saying No to Foods May Be Harder for Women
    (20-Jan-2009)
    Gender differences might be explained by hormones and evolution, study finds

  • Diet, Exercise Cuts Kids' Risk for Metabolic Syndrome
    (13-Jan-2009)
    Preventing obesity boosts blood vessel function even without weight loss, study says

  • Parents Not Best Barometer of Kid's Eating, Exercise Habits
    (09-Jan-2009)
    Survey found mismatch between perception, reality

  • Americans Consuming More Sugary Beverages
    (09-Jan-2009)
    Adults gulping an average of 300 calories every day, study finds

  • Doctors Urged to Screen Diabetics for Sleep Apnea
    (08-Jan-2009)
    Treatment may reduce risk of cardiovascular disease

  • Researchers Report Progress in Fight Against Fat
    (06-Jan-2009)
    Two drugs and a genetic variation are focus of promising studies

  • Gastric Bypass Halts Diabetes in Obese Teens
    (05-Jan-2009)
    Surgery could help them avoid long-term complications of blood sugar disease, scientists say

  • Obesity Linked to Ovarian Cancer
    (05-Jan-2009)
    Excess estrogen may contribute to malignancy, study suggests

  • America Losing the Fight With Type 2 Diabetes
    (30-Dec-2008)
    Yet simple lifestyle changes can make all the difference

  • High Insulin May Boost Odds of Breast Cancer
    (30-Dec-2008)
    Finding may clarify the disease's connection to obesity

  • Even a Little Overweight, Inactivity Hurts the Heart
    (22-Dec-2008)
    Large study finds increased risk of heart failure

  • For the Obese, Holiday Tables Serve Platefuls of Doubt
    (20-Dec-2008)
    But fear of social pressures can be overcome with honest approach to food, expert says

  • Limiting School Snacks Boosts Fruit, Veggie Consumption
    (19-Dec-2008)
    The increase, while modest, was significant, study finds

  • Childhood Obesity May Cause Thyroid Problems
    (18-Dec-2008)
    Finding suggests low-grade inflammation changes gland's structure

  • Study Finds Molecular Link Between Obesity, Hypertension
    (17-Dec-2008)
    Signaling through the melanocortin-4 receptor controls blood pressure, study shows

  • Snorers Burn More Calories During the Day
    (16-Dec-2008)
    But study shows it doesn't offset extra weight that often accompanies the condition

  • Genetic Variants Tied to Obesity
    (15-Dec-2008)
    Findings add to knowledge about appetite regulation among people

  • Obesity-Related Hormone Tied to Psoriasis
    (15-Dec-2008)
    Higher leptin levels play role in immune, inflammatory processes, study says

  • Deaths From Heart Disease, Stroke Down 30%
    (15-Dec-2008)
    Medical advances, not lifestyle changes, are source of the improvement, AHA says

  • Gastric Bypass Success Sparks Debate
    (14-Dec-2008)
    Should older people and those with diabetes have the weight-loss surgery?

  • Experimental Weight-Loss Pill Passes Early Test
    (13-Dec-2008)
    People lost significant weight; no side effects on heart seen, study says

  • Fast Heart Rate Warns of Obesity, Diabetes
    (11-Dec-2008)
    And those conditions take toll on the heart, study says

  • Study Suggests Sugar May Be Addictive
    (10-Dec-2008)
    Finding might yield new insights into eating disorders, experts say

  • Obese Kids More Prone to Limb Injuries in Car Crashes
    (10-Dec-2008)
    Weaker bones from poor diet, less exercise may be to blame, experts say

  • Obesity is a Family Affair
    (10-Dec-2008)
    Skipped meals, too much TV time end up harming kids, study finds

  • Gene May Make Kids Crave Junk Food
    (10-Dec-2008)
    Some are genetically driven to eat more calories, study suggests

  • Portion Distortion
    (07-Dec-2008)
    In the fight against obesity, Americans need to re-learn proper serving sizes for meals

  • Vitamin K Slows Insulin Resistance in Older Men
    (05-Dec-2008)
    But effect for women not same, as study cites obesity as possible cause

  • Intestinal 'Sleeve' Mimics Effects of Gastric Bypass
    (04-Dec-2008)
    Tests in rats show treatment device could be used to treat obesity in humans

  • Exercise Eases Obesity and Anger in Kids
    (03-Dec-2008)
    After-school aerobics helped youngsters feel better mentally, physically, researchers say

  • Depression Linked to Increase in Abdominal Fat
    (03-Dec-2008)
    Dutch researchers made the connection after studying adults ages 70 to 79

  • TV, Internet Causing Kids Harm: Report
    (02-Dec-2008)
    Media in general is boosting rates of obesity, other woes, experts say

  • Keeping a Healthy Holiday Balance
    (27-Nov-2008)
    Simple ways to enjoy the feast without overdoing it

  • Over-the-Phone Weight Loss Counseling Works
    (26-Nov-2008)
    For rural women, it's cheaper and less time-consuming than in-person visits, study finds

  • Fat-Sensing Hormones Might Fight Obesity
    (26-Nov-2008)
    Study with rodents shows the molecules help regulate appetite

  • Weight Boosts Older Women's Breast Cancer Risk
    (25-Nov-2008)
    It's the added pounds, not impaired detection, that's to blame, study concludes

  • Texting Food Diaries Helps Kids Stick With Diets
    (20-Nov-2008)
    Study found hi-tech method improved compliance more than paper and pencil

  • Genetic Testing No Real Help in Predicting Type 2 Diabetes
    (19-Nov-2008)
    Traditional risk factors, such as obesity, are just as useful, studies find

  • Diet, Exercise May Modify Breast Cancer Risks
    (18-Nov-2008)
    Combined, they produce more potent anti-disease effect in postmenopausal women, study says

  • Bariatric Surgery Before Pregnancy Benefits Moms, Babies
    (18-Nov-2008)
    Weight-loss procedure may change fertility, nutritional needs, study suggests

  • Post-Workout Snack May Hamper Weight Loss
    (14-Nov-2008)
    It's smart for athletes, not so smart for average gym-goer, studies show

  • Greener Neighborhoods Mean Slimmer Children
    (14-Nov-2008)
    Trees, parks get inner city kids moving, study finds

  • High-Fat Diet While Pregnant May Produce Obese Kids
    (14-Nov-2008)
    It may lead to permanent changes in the fetal brain, study says

  • Traces of Corn Found in Almost All Fast Food
    (13-Nov-2008)
    Only 12 servings out of hundreds had nutrients that didn't contain it, researchers say

  • Excess Weight Ups Risk of Death, No Matter Where It Collects
    (12-Nov-2008)
    But too much abdominal fat poses a bigger threat, study finds

  • Retired NFL Players Don't Face Greater Heart Risk
    (11-Nov-2008)
    Keeping physically active may help to tackle health threats, study says

  • Obese Kids Have Old Arteries
    (11-Nov-2008)
    Tests showed their carotid artery walls as thick as that of a middle-aged person

  • After Decades, Decreases in Heart Risk Factors Level Off
    (11-Nov-2008)
    Researchers point to obesity epidemic in explaining the troubling trend

  • Heart Failure Hospitalizations Up Sharply
    (10-Nov-2008)
    Epidemic linked to hypertension, obesity, diabetes, study shows

  • Childhood Food Allergies on the Rise
    (10-Nov-2008)
    But researchers are working on new therapies to combat the problem

  • Smoking Coupled With Obesity Raises Death Risk
    (07-Nov-2008)
    Two factors increase risk 8-fold, researchers say

  • Don't Rely on Diet to Prevent Weight Regain
    (07-Nov-2008)
    In study, people put lost pounds back on regardless of the amount of fat they ate

  • Banned Obesity Drug Tied to Heart Risks Long After Use
    (07-Nov-2008)
    Study shows appetite suppressant fenfluramine may damage cardiac valves years later

  • Too Few Americans Aware of 'Pre-Diabetes'
    (06-Nov-2008)
    It's when blood sugar levels are rising, but disease can still be prevented, CDC says

  • Researchers ID Genetic Markers for Esophageal Cancer
    (05-Nov-2008)
    Having 4 or more of these 11 genotypes triples risk of disease, study funds

  • Hormone Lowers Glucose Levels in Mice
    (04-Nov-2008)
    Injections of apelin appear to be similar to insulin, study says

  • Health Tip: Obesity and Your Child
    (03-Nov-2008)
    Finding the right weight-loss program is essential

  • Use of Kids' Meds on the Increase
    (03-Nov-2008)
    Obesity and its complications driving the trend, researchers say

  • Excess Weight Seems to Boost Breast Cancer Risk
    (02-Nov-2008)
    Exercising 30 to 60 minutes a day may offer needed protection, experts say

  • Scientists Develop New Strategy to Fight Obesity
    (31-Oct-2008)
    Findings could produce treatments to reduce cravings, expand calorie burn

  • Vigorous Exercise Can Cut Breast Cancer Risk
    (31-Oct-2008)
    But benefits only apply to normal-weight women, study says

  • Excess Weight Gain During Pregnancy a Risk to Mother and Child
    (31-Oct-2008)
    It doubles the chances of having a heavy baby, study finds

  • Workplace Health Programs Effective Interventions
    (30-Oct-2008)
    Study shows help with diet, tobacco use boosted employees' overall fitness

  • Rate of Diabetes Cases Doubles in 10 Years: CDC
    (30-Oct-2008)
    The obesity epidemic is fueling the type 2 disease epidemic, officials say

  • Other Health Problems Can Delay MS Diagnosis
    (29-Oct-2008)
    Obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease can all cloud symptoms, study says

  • Health Tip: Lose Weight, and Keep it Off
    (28-Oct-2008)
    Stick with your diet

  • Too Few Understand Diabetes' Dangers
    (28-Oct-2008)
    Americans more fearful of shark bites than this common, potentially lethal disease, survey shows

  • The Ups and Downs of 'Yo-Yo' Dieting
    (24-Oct-2008)
    Some experts say the risks of losing and regaining weight may be overstated

  • High Fructose Diet Inhibits Appetite Hormone
    (23-Oct-2008)
    Sugary fare led to leptin resistance in rats that boosted obesity risk, study says

  • New Diet Pill Doubles Weight Loss of Current Drugs
    (23-Oct-2008)
    Tesofensine could replace gastric bypass surgery for some patients, researchers say

  • Eating Fast Until Full Triples Overweight Risk
    (22-Oct-2008)
    Availability of cheap foods, larger portions changes dining behavior, Japanese study says

  • High-Risk Kids, Diabetics Need Regular Blood Pressure Checks
    (17-Oct-2008)
    Experts offer guidance during hypertension meeting

  • Fatness Boosts Inflammation in Body
    (16-Oct-2008)
    But regular exercise may condition cells to respond more efficiently, study says

  • Overeating? Blame Your Genes
    (16-Oct-2008)
    Certain DNA may cause people to eat more to get the same pleasure from food

  • Blood Pressure on the Rise in America
    (13-Oct-2008)
    More people being treated for hypertension than ever before, study finds

  • Metabolic Syndrome Raises Colon Cancer Risk 75%
    (10-Oct-2008)
    Finding suggests need for more careful screening for these patients, researcher says

  • Mental Barriers Block Obese Women From Exercise
    (09-Oct-2008)
    But tailored programs could ease fears, overcome self consciousness, study suggests

  • New Guidelines Make It Easy to Get Fit
    (09-Oct-2008)
    U.S. government suggests weekly workouts can work

  • Fatty Acid in Olive Oil Wards Off Hunger
    (07-Oct-2008)
    Study with lab animals might one day lead to new weight control approach in people

  • Vending Machines Found in Most Middle Schools
    (06-Oct-2008)
    Snacks, drinks sold not helping fight against childhood obesity, researcher notes

  • Obesity, Insulin Level Impact Prostate Cancer Survival
    (06-Oct-2008)
    Heavy men with high output of the hormone had quadruple the death risk, study found

  • Book Offers Novel Approach to Weight Loss
    (04-Oct-2008)
    Girls who read story with subtle message about health realized some benefits, study says

  • Behavioral Management Plans Help Kids Lose Weight
    (03-Oct-2008)
    Most effective programs include techniques to improve diet, exercise habits, study says

  • Asthma Meds Don't Work as Well in Overweight Patients
    (02-Oct-2008)
    Inhaled steroids were 40% less effective than they were in lean patients, study finds

  • Overeating Can Throw Off Metabolism
    (02-Oct-2008)
    Researchers find brain pathway that's activated, increasing risk of obesity, diabetes

  • Dieting History Tied to Weight Gain in Pregnancy
    (01-Oct-2008)
    Restricted eaters gained too much or too little, study finds

  • Gene Could Link Obesity, Colon Cancer
    (01-Oct-2008)
    Variant is tied to a fat hormone, adiponectin, study finds

  • Migraines More Frequent, Intense in Overweight Kids
    (26-Sep-2008)
    But weight loss can ease the pain, study shows

  • 'Healthy Fat' Chemical Aids Body's Metabolism
    (19-Sep-2008)
    Mouse study uncovers new class of hormones that could reverse obesity-related disease

  • Researchers Suppress 'Hunger Hormone'
    (16-Sep-2008)
    Minimally invasive procedure in pigs produced effect similar to bariatric surgery

  • Banning Soft Drinks in Schools Has Small Impact
    (12-Sep-2008)
    Study finds only limited gains from no-sale policies

  • Weight-Loss Surgery Weighed as Diabetes Rx
    (12-Sep-2008)
    Studies show it works but cost, long-term effectiveness unclear

  • Bullying Top Concern of Parents With Overweight Child
    (11-Sep-2008)
    They view intimidation as even greater problem than obesity itself, study says

  • Heavier People Have Heart Attacks Earlier
    (09-Sep-2008)
    12 years sooner for the most obese, new research finds

  • Vigorous Exercise Aids Those With Obesity-Related Gene
    (08-Sep-2008)
    Effect of mutation blunted in people with above-average activity scores, study finds

  • Obesity Worsens Asthma
    (05-Sep-2008)
    Sufferers more likely to be hospitalized, have lower quality of life, study finds

  • Almost Half of Adults Will Develop Knee Osteoarthritis by 85
    (05-Sep-2008)
    Study finds risk is greatest for those overweight or obese at age 45

  • Kids of Stressed, Low-Income Moms Prone to Weight Problems
    (03-Sep-2008)
    Anxiety may prompt the children to eat unhealthy foods, study suggests

  • Early Weight Gain Might Mean Higher Blood Pressure Later
    (03-Sep-2008)
    But parents shouldn't worry, researchers say

  • Brain 'Master Switch' May Control Appetite, Fertility
    (31-Aug-2008)
    Mouse study shows genetic link to signals telling body when it's full, safe to mate

  • Fat Cells in Obese People Are 'Sick'
    (27-Aug-2008)
    More likely to make insulin-resistant proteins, study says

  • Low Levels of Brain Chemical May Control Appetite
    (27-Aug-2008)
    Finding could lead to new drugs in fight against obesity, study says

  • Gastric Band Weight-Loss Surgery Can Boost Reflux
    (22-Aug-2008)
    Obese patients with GERD may choose gastric bypass instead, experts say

  • Addiction Drug Causes Rapid Weight Loss in Rats
    (20-Aug-2008)
    Findings offers hope of new treatments for severe obesity in humans

  • Bone Growth Protein Also Promotes 'Good' Fat
    (20-Aug-2008)
    Stimulation of brown globules helps burn calories, hints of new ways to treat obesity

  • Obesity Rates Up in 37 States: Report
    (19-Aug-2008)
    At least 20% of adults are obese in every state except Colorado

  • Statins Might Reverse ED in Some Men
    (15-Aug-2008)
    In animal study, effect on those with metabolic syndrome was seen within days

  • Kids' Obesity Linked to Ear Infections
    (14-Aug-2008)
    Altered sense of taste may result in preference for unhealthy foods, studies suggest

  • Poor Coordination in Childhood Tied to Adult Obesity
    (13-Aug-2008)
    Clumsiness at age 7, below-par motor skills at 11 linked to weight gain later, study says

  • Breakfast Eggs Keep Folks on Diet
    (12-Aug-2008)
    2 in the morning helped adults lose 65% more weight, study finds

  • Weight Loss After Diabetes Diagnosis Offers Big Benefits: Study
    (12-Aug-2008)
    And the improvements in blood sugar and blood pressure last, even if weight comes back

  • Postmenopausal Women With Breast Cancer Face Joint Issues
    (12-Aug-2008)
    Obesity, previous HRT, chemo also raised chances for those on endocrine treatment, study says

  • Scientists Create Mice Resistant to Obesity
    (11-Aug-2008)
    Research with a brain chemical might lead to drug treatments for humans

  • Studies Refine Obesity's Risk for Heart Troubles
    (11-Aug-2008)
    Not all overweight in metabolic danger, but waist size a factor even in the normal-weight

  • Obese Men Face Twin Threat From Prostate Cancer
    (08-Aug-2008)
    Delayed diagnosis, less successful surgery, pair of studies finds

  • One-Third of Uninsured Are Chronically Ill
    (04-Aug-2008)
    And that can mean missed care, fading health, earlier death, experts say

  • Kids Who Sleep Poorly at Risk for Being Overweight
    (04-Aug-2008)
    Even an hour's less rest linked to doubled chance of weight gain, study finds

  • Walkable Neighborhoods Keep the Pounds Off
    (29-Jul-2008)
    Older, densely populated areas get people moving, study finds

  • Weekends Tough on the Diet
    (25-Jul-2008)
    Saturday can be toughest for those trying to drop pounds, study finds

  • Studies Link Circadian Rhythm, Metabolism, Longevity to One Protein
    (24-Jul-2008)
    New molecular clock component ties all three together, researchers say

  • Twofold Action Urged for Pre-Diabetes
    (23-Jul-2008)
    Goal is to prevent progression to the full-blown disease and its huge costs

  • Varicose, Spider Veins May Be Inevitable for Some
    (20-Jul-2008)
    It may seem just cosmetic, but condition can lead to more serious problems, doctor warns

  • Disease Prevention Programs Worth the Investment
    (17-Jul-2008)
    Within five years, $16 billion a year could be saved, report claims

  • U.S. Obesity Epidemic Continues to Grow
    (17-Jul-2008)
    One-quarter of Americans report being obese, CDC report says

  • Children Move Less as They Get Older
    (15-Jul-2008)
    By age 15, amount of daily exercise drops by about two-thirds, study finds

  • Surfing to a Higher Weight
    (09-Jul-2008)
    Teen girls likely to be heavier if they spend a lot of time on the Internet, study shows

  • Diabetes, Weight Tied to Male Infertility
    (09-Jul-2008)
    Both conditions cause significant decrease in body's ability to repair sperm DNA, studies find

  • Keep a Food Diary, Lose Twice as Much Weight
    (08-Jul-2008)
    Logging intake makes you think about what you eat, study finds

  • Kids' Obesity May Lead to Epidemic of Adult Diabetes
    (08-Jul-2008)
    Impact has yet to be felt, since type 2 course may take 10 years to show, study says

  • A Blood Marker Could Spot Diabetes Risk
    (08-Jul-2008)
    Higher levels of fetuin-A were linked to later disease development, study found

  • ADHD Might Raise Kids' Obesity Risk
    (07-Jul-2008)
    Parents should be aware of small risk for those not on meds, expert says

  • Healthier Lifestyles Would Lengthen American Lives
    (07-Jul-2008)
    Major study suggests slimming down, quitting smoking would boost average life span by 1.3 years

  • Pediatricians Recommend Cholesterol Drugs for Some Kids
    (07-Jul-2008)
    Children as young as 2 should be tested for high cholesterol, group says

  • Child Care May Lead to Unwanted Weight Gain in Infants
    (07-Jul-2008)
    Lack of breast-feeding and early introduction of solid foods may be to blame, study says

  • Mom's Unhealthy Diet May Have Long-Term Impact on Baby
    (30-Jun-2008)
    Rats fed junk food had higher cholesterol, blood fats into adulthood, British study finds

  • Fatty Liver Disease Ups Heart Risks for Obese Kids
    (30-Jun-2008)
    As many as 6 million U.S. youngsters have the condition, researchers warn

  • Hip Replacement Boosts Mobility at Any Age
    (27-Jun-2008)
    Study finds patients twice as likely to care for themselves, saves money in long run

  • Metabolic Syndrome May Be in the Genes
    (19-Jun-2008)
    Certain DNA raises the odds of this cluster of heart risk factors, experts say

  • Big, Well-Balanced Breakfast Aids Weight Loss
    (19-Jun-2008)
    It led to almost 40-pound reduction among sedentary, obese women, study found

  • Flavoring Food May Promote Weight Loss
    (16-Jun-2008)
    Seasonings and sweeteners called 'tastants' help you feel full, study suggests

  • High Blood Pressure in Kids Tracks Into Adulthood
    (16-Jun-2008)
    Study also suggests strong association between chilhood overweight and higher readings

  • 'Standard' Glucose Test May Be Wrong One for Obese Children
    (15-Jun-2008)
    Fasting blood glucose test less reliable than glucose stress test in detecting prediabetes

  • Better Sleepers Are 'Successful Agers'
    (12-Jun-2008)
    Less daytime napping, fewer complaints of insomnia predicted a healthier life, study finds

  • Children's Neck Size Associated With Sleep Disorders
    (11-Jun-2008)
    Study says it should be considered in those with history of snoring, apnea

  • DNA Coding May Make Bowel Prone to Cancer
    (11-Jun-2008)
    'Addicted' cells provide early diagnosis; diet could affect changes, study says

  • Eating Habits Not Sole Cause of Thinness or Obesity
    (04-Jun-2008)
    How you eat counts, study says, but nervous system also dictates weight gain, loss

  • Researchers ID Inflammation-Fighting Pathway in Fat Cells
    (04-Jun-2008)
    But this protection breaks down when obesity sets in, study finds

  • Fruit Juice May Be Healthy for Kids: Study
    (03-Jun-2008)
    No weight gain seen among those who drink 100% juice, but not all experts agree with findings

  • Kids Gulping Down More Sugary Beverages
    (02-Jun-2008)
    Consumption of such drinks now make up to 15% of their daily calories, study finds

  • Childhood Obesity May Be Leveling Off
    (27-May-2008)
    But experts note that many American kids are still too heavy

  • Obese Patients at Greater Infection Risk After Hip Replacement
    (23-May-2008)
    Those with BMI of 35 or more 10.5 times more likely to experience complications

  • Genetic Variation May Explain Preferences for Sugar
    (23-May-2008)
    Finding could help research into soaring obesity, diabetes rates, study says

  • Lifestyle Changes Can Keep Diabetes at Bay for 14 Years
    (23-May-2008)
    Among people at high risk, healthy eating and exercise can delay disease, researchers say

  • Health Tip: Keeping Off the Weight
    (22-May-2008)
    Stick with your eating plan

  • CARDIA Studies Open Window on Heart, Lung Diseases
    (22-May-2008)
    Researchers analyze different proteins in progression of risk factors as subjects aged

  • Probiotics Help Adult Weight Loss After Bariatric Surgery
    (22-May-2008)
    The 'good bacteria' also boost gastrointestinal functioning, study found

  • Metabolic Syndrome Foretells Diabetes in Elderly
    (21-May-2008)
    But increased cardiovascular risk less certain, researchers find

  • Minneapolis Tops List of Heart-Friendly Cities for Women
    (19-May-2008)
    Nashville, St. Louis, and Detroit bring up the rear, survey says

  • Air Travel Taxes Hearts of People With Sleep Apnea
    (18-May-2008)
    They experience higher heart rates and more demand for oxygen, study found

  • Drugs Alone Don't Lower Heart Disease Risks for Overweight Americans
    (12-May-2008)
    Study finds signs of trouble show up even when statins, blood pressure meds are used

  • Hunger Hormone Makes Food Look More Tasty
    (07-May-2008)
    Study finds those given injections of ghrelin showed activity in brain's reward centers

  • Obesity-Related Inflammation Boosts Heart Risks
    (06-May-2008)
    Blood chemicals in overweight participants were key predictors of organ failure, study says

  • Obesity May Worsen Impact of Asthma
    (01-May-2008)
    Heaviest lose ability to inhale as deeply or exhale as fully as normal weight individuals

  • Exercise Cuts Women's Risk of Heart Disease
    (29-Apr-2008)
    But without losing pounds, activity alone unlikely to reverse dangers for overweight

  • Gastric Bypass May Also Relieve Low Back Pain
    (28-Apr-2008)
    Discomfort appears to decline along with weight, study finds

  • Elderly More Likely to Battle Sleep Disorders
    (27-Apr-2008)
    Meds they take, changes in biological clock put many at risk for serious disease

  • Factors in Cancer Death Rates Stay Stagnant
    (25-Apr-2008)
    Efforts that fueled recent declines have hit a plateau, report says

  • Many Cancer Survivors Are Overweight and Sedentary: Study
    (21-Apr-2008)
    This, despite research that says proper diet and exercise can keep disease from recurring

  • Extra Pounds During and Between Pregnancies Can Pose Problems
    (19-Apr-2008)
    Don't eat for 2, because complications increase with excess weight

  • Metabolic Syndrome Triggered by Overeating, Not Obesity
    (18-Apr-2008)
    Mouse study concludes weight gain is an early symptom, not a direct cause

  • Too Little Sleep Leads to Too Much Weight for Kids
    (08-Apr-2008)
    And some parents may unsuspectingly contribute to their child's sleep problems, researchers say

  • TV in the Bedroom Is Not a Teen's Best Friend
    (07-Apr-2008)
    Personal sets interfere with family time, grades and nutrition, study finds

  • 'Freshman 15' Theory Takes a Pounding
    (06-Apr-2008)
    Research shows weight gain during first year at college far less than thought

  • Dads' Early-Onset Obesity Linked to Liver Disease in Kids
    (03-Apr-2008)
    Genetic ties suspected between father's, but not mother's, weight and elevated enzymes

  • Obesity During Pregnancy Carries Bigger Price Tag
    (02-Apr-2008)
    Study finds the extra health-care costs strain the system

  • Obesity Drug Shows Mixed Success Against Atherosclerosis
    (01-Apr-2008)
    Hope is that Acomplia might help fight coronary disease

  • Normal Weight Doesn't Always Equal Healthy Weight
    (01-Apr-2008)
    Many have high percentages of body fat, leaving them prone to heart disease, diabetes

  • Abdominal Fat Boosts Dementia Risk
    (26-Mar-2008)
    Potbellies in midlife may flood brain with toxic substances, researcher says

  • Neighborhood Influences Exercise Levels
    (25-Mar-2008)
    Even more than income, where people live determines who goes out to play, study finds

  • Obese Women Less Likely to Be Tested for Some Cancers
    (24-Mar-2008)
    Study finds they're not getting needed screenings for breast and cervical tumors

  • Diabetes' Toll Continues to Grow
    (21-Mar-2008)
    But it's not too late to protect yourself and your family, experts say

  • Fewer Steps Per Day Send Disease Markers Up
    (18-Mar-2008)
    Insulin levels hike very fast when daily physical activity declines, Danish study found.

  • Genes May Determine Obesity After Weight Surgery
    (17-Mar-2008)
    Researchers study factors in success of bariatric procedure

  • Starved for Sleep? Watch Your Waistline
    (16-Mar-2008)
    Not enough slumber can contribute to weight gain, experts say

  • Surgery Only Works for Some Kids with Sleep Apnea
    (14-Mar-2008)
    Study found those who gained weight rapidly, were African-American were much more likely to suffer relapses

  • Obesity Linked to Poor Prognosis for Some Breast Cancer Patients
    (14-Mar-2008)
    Study focused on locally advanced breast cancer and inflammatory breast cancer

  • Preschool Intervention Curbed Trend Toward Obesity
    (12-Mar-2008)
    Kids in program ate less junk food, more fruits and vegetables

  • Possible Reason for Rimonabant's Side Effects Discovered
    (12-Mar-2008)
    Weight-loss drug not approved in U.S. may block brain receptor among some users

  • Teens Spending Too Much Screen Time
    (12-Mar-2008)
    Girls in poor neighborhoods most likely to watch TVs or computers, study finds

  • Personal Contact Helps Maintain Weight Loss
    (11-Mar-2008)
    Interactive Web sites may also help, at least for a while, study finds

  • Bacteria Mix in Guts of Babies Predicts Obesity
    (07-Mar-2008)
    Findings may explain why breast-fed infants less likely to be overweight later

  • Restricting TV and Computer Time Helps Kids Lose Weight
    (04-Mar-2008)
    Finding offers hope for curbing pediatric obesity epidemic in U.S.

  • Obese Children Face More Complications During Surgery
    (03-Mar-2008)
    Study says breathing-related problems more likely in the overweight

  • Skip Breakfast, Pack on the Pounds
    (03-Mar-2008)
    Teens who start the day with a healthful meal tend to stay trimmer, study suggests

  • Carb Intake, Obesity Tied to Rise in Esophageal Cancers
    (29-Feb-2008)
    Increased dietary intake of these refined compounds mirrors growth of disease, study says

  • Fast Food Ads Fueling Obesity Among Hispanic Kids
    (21-Feb-2008)
    Study found overload of commercials aimed at children on Spanish-language stations

  • Middle-Aged Women Gaining Weight, Raising Their Stroke Risk
    (20-Feb-2008)
    Study finds both went up simultaneously in recent decades

  • Obesity Raises Cancer Risk
    (15-Feb-2008)
    British study details differences between genders, ethnic groups

  • Most With High Blood Pressure Don't Follow Recommended Diet
    (11-Feb-2008)
    Those who could benefit most have the poorest eating habits

  • Sugar Substitutes May Contribute to Weight Gain
    (11-Feb-2008)
    Saccharin tricked body, slowed down metabolism in rats

  • Heart Attack Seldom Leads to Healthier Diet
    (08-Feb-2008)
    Most patients were still eating poorly one year later, study found

  • Born to Be Obese?
    (05-Feb-2008)
    New research suggests brains of heavy individuals may be wired differently

  • Deep Brain Stimulation May Improve Recall
    (30-Jan-2008)
    It brought back vivid, 30-year-old memories for patient, researchers say

  • Putting on Pedometer Helps Walkers Shed Pounds
    (24-Jan-2008)
    The device helps them set, meet goals, study suggests

  • Gastric Lap-Band Surgery Can Send Diabetes Into Remission
    (22-Jan-2008)
    It helps patients shed more pounds than dieting and exercise do, study shows

  • U.S. Deaths Down From Heart Disease, Stroke
    (22-Jan-2008)
    But childhood obesity epidemic could undo gains, heart association says

  • Eating Out Doesn't Guarantee Weight Gain
    (21-Jan-2008)
    But fast food is no friend of the waistline, new study finds

  • Depression, Obesity Coexist in Many Middle-Aged Women
    (14-Jan-2008)
    Those 40 to 65 twice as likely to find either symptom fuels the other, study suggests

  • New Weight-Loss Drug Shows Promise in Early Study
    (08-Jan-2008)
    But adverse effects include gastrointestinal problems, anxiety

  • Parental Control of Eating Leads to Lighter Toddlers
    (07-Jan-2008)
    Pushing child to eat more or less food had same effect on weight at age 2, study says

  • Fitness Begins at Home
    (05-Jan-2008)
    Tips on getting healthy without heading to the gym

  • Testosterone Supplements Provide Little Benefit
    (02-Jan-2008)
    Older men can lose body fat, but treatment won't boost strength or mental powers, study finds

  • Children Who Sleep Less Weigh More
    (01-Jan-2008)
    Kids' sleep patterns also vary by season, day, researchers report

  • Make That New Year's Fitness Resolution Stick
    (31-Dec-2007)
    Find an exercise that you love and seek out support from friends, experts advise

  • Study Spotlights 'Exercise-Friendly' Day-Care Centers
    (26-Dec-2007)
    Outdoor spaces and lots of portable toys get kids moving, researchers say

  • School Salad Bar Boosts Kids' Fruit, Veggie Intake
    (21-Dec-2007)
    Servings rose from 3 to 4 per day after service was added to lunchroom, study found

  • Weight Loss Surgery May Help Less Severely Obese
    (21-Dec-2007)
    In some cases, people with a BMI under 40 might even benefit more, study suggests

  • U.S. Heart Disease Death Rates Falling
    (18-Dec-2007)
    But cardiovascular disease remains America's No. 1 killer, AHA says

  • Research Reveals How Cells Store Fat
    (17-Dec-2007)
    Newly discovered genes and their proteins could be targets for weight-loss therapies, scientists say

  • Moderate Exercise Cuts Risk of Metabolic Syndrome
    (17-Dec-2007)
    Just a 30-minute walk most days reduces threat, even without diet changes, study finds

  • Wearable Artificial Kidney Passes Test
    (14-Dec-2007)
    8 end-stage kidney failure patients used the device for up to 8 hours, researchers say

  • Obesity Weakens Immune Response
    (12-Dec-2007)
    Study found fat mice had harder time fighting gum disease

  • Obesity, Diabetes Linked to Cancers
    (07-Dec-2007)
    Studies find effects on breast, prostate and colorectal tumors

  • Overweight Kids Often Become Obese, Unhealthy Adults
    (05-Dec-2007)
    Experts warn of surge in cardiovascular troubles by 2035

  • Health Tip: Accounting for Weight Gain
    (04-Dec-2007)
    Fatty, high-calorie foods aren't the only contributors

  • Fitness, Not Fatness, Predicts a Longer Life
    (04-Dec-2007)
    People in good shape tend to outlive folks who aren't, study finds

  • Holidays Don't Have to Leave You Heavier
    (02-Dec-2007)
    Smart choices, even chewing gum, can help keep extra pounds at bay, expert says

  • We Can! Program Takes Aim at Childhood Obesity
    (30-Nov-2007)
    The national partnership wants to create a healthier America

  • Obesity Rates Leveling Off Among U.S. Adults
    (28-Nov-2007)
    But more than a third of Americans still weigh much too much, study finds

  • Obesity Keeps Patients From Needed CT Scans After Surgery
    (27-Nov-2007)
    Patients over 450 pounds are often too large for equipment, study finds

  • Summer Vacation Undermines School-Based Weight Loss
    (08-Nov-2007)
    Eat-healthy programs work, but kids gain back pounds during holidays, study finds

  • Excess Pounds Raise Women's Cancer Risk
    (07-Nov-2007)
    Obesity linked to a range of tumor types, studies find

  • Atkins Diet Can Raise Heart Risks
    (06-Nov-2007)
    Other research supports moderate drinking, fasting for cardio health

  • Kidney Disease Increasing in U.S.
    (06-Nov-2007)
    More obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure are driving the trend, study says

  • Obesity Leaves More Americans With Physical Limitations
    (06-Nov-2007)
    But some extra weight may not lead to cardiovascular disease and cancer, research finds

  • Kids Who Skimp on Sleep Tend to Be Fatter
    (05-Nov-2007)
    Just 45 minutes more shut-eye a night might make a difference, study finds

  • Early Weight Gain Can Mean Heart Trouble Later in Life
    (05-Nov-2007)
    Children as young as 7 show signs of cardiovascular risk factors, study finds

  • Peripheral Artery Disease Up Sharply Among U.S. Women
    (04-Nov-2007)
    The condition, which is symptomless, can lead to heart attack and stroke

  • Obesity Linked to Increased Cancer Risk
    (31-Oct-2007)
    Report says exercise and diet can lower chances of malignancies

  • Too Much TV Can Raise Kids' Blood Pressure
    (30-Oct-2007)
    It's linked to obesity, which then triggers hypertension, study suggests

  • Health Tip: Eating After Weight-Loss Surgery
    (26-Oct-2007)
    What to do

  • Exercise Helps Overweight Youngsters Learn
    (26-Oct-2007)
    It boosts the mind and the body, study shows

  • Brain's 'Reward Chemical' May Help Spur Obesity
    (25-Oct-2007)
    Fewer dopamine receptors on cells could prompt overeating, study suggests

  • Obesity Can Hurt Kids' Hearts
    (24-Oct-2007)
    Early signs of cardiovascular disease are there, researchers say

  • Overweight Now a Global Problem
    (22-Oct-2007)
    About a quarter of the world's adults are obese, study finds

  • Weight Gain Increases Breast Cancer Risk: Study
    (22-Oct-2007)
    Higher estrogen levels believed to contribute to disease

  • U.S. Schools Getting Better at Boosting Kids' Health
    (19-Oct-2007)
    But more is needed to improve nutrition and physical activity, report says

  • Genes Might Help Drive Overeating
    (17-Oct-2007)
    DNA-based brain chemical changes mean more food is needed, study suggests

  • Psychiatric Woes Can Postpone Weight-Loss Surgery
    (15-Oct-2007)
    A fifth of patients need to work through mental problems beforehand, study finds

  • Studies Examine Life After Weight-Loss Surgery
    (15-Oct-2007)
    More than 6% of patients die within 5 years, but certain factors can boost outcomes

  • Obesity Boosts Esophageal Cancer Risk
    (11-Oct-2007)
    Very overweight people face 6 times the odds, study finds

  • Hypertension Triples Women's Diabetes Risk
    (10-Oct-2007)
    It does so outside of normal diabetes risk factors, such as obesity, study finds

  • Maintenance Treatment Helps Kids Keep Weight Off
    (09-Oct-2007)
    Effect does wane over time, study finds

  • Inflammatory Substance May Boost Eye Trouble
    (08-Oct-2007)
    C-reactive protein raises odds of age-related macular degeneration, experts say

  • Largest Study of U.S. Children Readies for Launch
    (04-Oct-2007)
    22 new centers now added, first participants set to join next year, officials say

  • Obesity Driving Rising U.S. Health Costs
    (02-Oct-2007)
    Americans outspend Europeans when it comes to chronic disease care, study finds

  • Weight Loss Can Control Hypertension
    (28-Sep-2007)
    A 6-month diet restored normal blood pressure, study finds

  • Fried Food Compounds May Harm Heart
    (27-Sep-2007)
    'AGEs' are produced in fatty foods at high heat, experts say

  • Fruits, Veggies Won't Lower Colon Cancer Risk
    (26-Sep-2007)
    Study finds no link, but these foods do fight other health woes, experts say

  • Regular Eye Screens Spot Diabetic Vision Trouble
    (25-Sep-2007)
    Chronic high blood sugar is leading cause of adult-onset blindness, experts note

  • Junk Food, TV Driving Kids to Obesity
    (25-Sep-2007)
    Studies find it's tougher than ever for youngsters to stay healthy

  • Scientists Serve Up Better Fish Batter
    (24-Sep-2007)
    They say they've lowered the fat, kept the crispiness

  • Diet Change Can Curb Fatty Liver Disease
    (21-Sep-2007)
    Switching to low-glycemic carbs prevents the lethal illness, study finds

  • No Clear Winner in Diabetes Treatment Trial
    (21-Sep-2007)
    Patient needs may dictate which combo of drugs plus insulin works best, researchers say

  • Childhood Obesity Epidemic a Long-Term Challenge
    (20-Sep-2007)
    It may take decades to reverse the health threats, experts say

  • Obesity Won't Affect Seniors' Memory
    (19-Sep-2007)
    It is tied to increased Alzheimer's risk, however, researchers say

  • Aerobic, Weight Training Combo Best Against Diabetes
    (17-Sep-2007)
    Exercise is always good, but combining two approaches brings better results, study finds

  • The Nutrition-Conscious Take a Bite Out of Fast Food
    (17-Sep-2007)
    Menus are changing nationwide as customer, regulatory pressures mount

  • Family Dinners Shape Healthier Eating Habits
    (12-Sep-2007)
    Routine helps teens make better food choices as adults, study finds

  • Being Overweight is Hard on the Heart
    (12-Sep-2007)
    It raises risks even if blood pressure, cholesterol factored out, study finds

  • Weight Gain May Spell Trouble for Heart Failure Patients
    (11-Sep-2007)
    It typically precedes their hospitalization, study finds

  • Saturated Fat: Even a Little Splurge May Be Too Much
    (09-Sep-2007)
    Fatty meal has immediate, negative effect on heart health, research shows

  • Treating Diabetes During Pregnancy Could Lead to Thinner Kids
    (28-Aug-2007)
    Increased chances of being overweight, obese by age 7 were virtually erased, study finds

  • Obesity Rate in U.S. Still Climbing
    (27-Aug-2007)
    New findings show no state posted a decline in adult rates last year

  • Obese Children Miss More School Days
    (24-Aug-2007)
    Teasing, health woes may contribute, researchers say

  • Sugary Sodas High in Diabetes-Linked Compound
    (24-Aug-2007)
    But experts say more study is needed to confirm any danger

  • Heart Attack Boosts Diabetes Risk
    (24-Aug-2007)
    Each condition encourages the other, study finds

  • Obesity Doesn't Always Equal Diabetes
    (24-Aug-2007)
    Mouse study suggests that where the fat is stored is key

  • Parental Stress Can Keep Kids Obese
    (23-Aug-2007)
    Helping children slim down may mean helping parents, study finds

  • Weight-Loss Surgeries Extend Lives
    (22-Aug-2007)
    Studies support expanded use of gastric bypass, banding, experts say

  • Virus Could Help Drive Obesity
    (21-Aug-2007)
    Ad-36 bug pushes stem cells to become fat cells, study finds

  • Doctors Often Miss High Blood Pressure in Kids
    (21-Aug-2007)
    About three-quarters of cases went unnoticed, study found

  • Health Tip: Talking to Your Doctor About How to Lose Weight
    (17-Aug-2007)
    Suggestions to get you started

  • Obesity Heightens Kidney Disease Risks
    (16-Aug-2007)
    It can spur parathyroid disorder and heart woes, study finds

  • Healthy Lifestyle Key To Cancer Prevention
    (16-Aug-2007)
    Obesity, tobacco cause half of all cancers, presidential panel says

  • Guiding Kids to Better Diets Boosts Health
    (14-Aug-2007)
    Learning about saturated fat improved children's cholesterol, study found

  • Fewer Minority Men Have Undiagnosed Diabetes
    (14-Aug-2007)
    Education efforts may be working for blacks, Hispanics, U.S. study finds

  • Study Details Heart Risks to Diabetics
    (14-Aug-2007)
    From angina to severe heart attacks, the death rate is higher than for non-diabetics

  • Maternal Obesity Heightens Risk of Birth Defects
    (07-Aug-2007)
    Problems range from heart defects to missing limbs, study finds

  • Low-Carb Diets Combat Metabolic Syndrome
    (20-Jul-2007)
    Researchers find out how the diets seem to reduce appetite, weight

  • Move Just a Little, Live Longer
    (15-Jul-2007)
    You don't have to run marathons to get healthy, experts say

  • Blood Test Warns of Dangerous 'Deep Belly' Fat
    (12-Jul-2007)
    This type of fat around organs boosts health risks, researchers say

  • Anti-Obesity Drug Might Also Lower Cholesterol
    (11-Jul-2007)
    Early study in rats suggests rimonabant works though the liver

  • Kids Living Near School Rarely Walk There: Study
    (11-Jul-2007)
    It's a missed opportunity for fitness, researchers say

  • Black, White Women Differ on Dieting
    (05-Jul-2007)
    Body image worries a stronger motivator for whites, study finds

  • Men Put Their Health on the Back Burner
    (03-Jul-2007)
    Survey finds more than a quarter wait 'as long as possible' before seeking help

  • Counseling Boosts Weight-Loss Program Success
    (03-Jul-2007)
    Frequent meetings, cutting calories helps, study finds

  • Some High-Carb Diets May Boost Women's Heart Risk
    (29-Jun-2007)
    Stay away from white breads and processed baked goods, experts advise

  • School Nurses Key to Preventing Heart Disease
    (28-Jun-2007)
    They can help set kids on path to cardiovascular health, heart experts say

  • Portion-Control Dishware Helps Obese Diabetics Lose Weight
    (26-Jun-2007)
    Marked up plates and bowls led to 5% weight loss and cut need for medication

  • Rise in Child Chronic Illness Could Swamp Health Care
    (26-Jun-2007)
    Diabetes, asthma will follow American kids as they age, experts warn

  • Gila Monster Spit Could Be a Weight-Loss Hit
    (25-Jun-2007)
    Chemical in lizard's saliva helps diabetics drop pounds, study finds

  • Sugary Drinks Fattening Up Preschoolers
    (25-Jun-2007)
    Fruit-flavored drinks, sodas between meals are a big culprit, study finds

  • Body Fat Might Be Healthy for Type 1 Diabetics
    (24-Jun-2007)
    The finding is no reason for them to become obese, however, researchers add

  • U.S. Predicts Diabetes Epidemic to Go On Unchecked
    (24-Jun-2007)
    As cases increase, so will accompanying health problems, experts predict

  • Fructose-Sweetened Drinks Tougher on Arteries
    (23-Jun-2007)
    Switching to beverages with glucose might be preferable, experts say

  • Obesity Cuts Risk of Dying After Heart Attack
    (20-Jun-2007)
    But being overweight boosts odds for an attack in the first place, experts warn

  • Immune System Protein Tied to Weight Loss
    (19-Jun-2007)
    Mice without interleukin-18 quickly got fat, study found

  • Bariatric Surgery Safe for Many Older Patients
    (18-Jun-2007)
    Study finds no difference in post-op complications or death based on age, Medicare status

  • Pre-Diabetic Changes Double Heart Disease Risk
    (18-Jun-2007)
    These early blood sugar trends can be lethal, study finds

  • FDA Shouldn't Approve Diet Drug, Panel Says
    (14-Jun-2007)
    Concern about suicidal thoughts cited by agency advisers

  • Drunkenness Comes Faster After Gastric Surgery
    (14-Jun-2007)
    Oprah show revelations sparked a study into the phenomenon

  • Diabetes Cuts 8 Years Off Life
    (11-Jun-2007)
    It boosts heart disease risk as well, new research shows

  • Water-Rich, Low-Fat Foods Encourage Weight Loss
    (08-Jun-2007)
    Fruits, veggies, grains curb appetite, help shed pounds, study finds

  • Health Tip: Sensible Ways to Shed Pounds
    (05-Jun-2007)
    Missing meals is a bad idea, AARP says

  • Study to Assess Weight Loss Surgery for Teens
    (28-May-2007)
    NIH to determine if surgical option is appropriate for overweight youngsters

  • Type 2 Diabetes Takes Toll on Teens
    (25-May-2007)
    Doctors need to use more aggressive measures to treat, prevent disease, experts say

  • Asthma Takes Tougher Toll on the Obese
    (23-May-2007)
    They're 52% more likely to have serious, ongoing symptoms, study finds

  • Keeping Weight Off in Youth Pays Off in Old Age
    (22-May-2007)
    Elderly fared better if they'd been trim at 25, 50 years of age, study found

  • Severely Obese Women More Likely to Skip Cancer Scans
    (17-May-2007)
    Many may feel embarrassed at getting weighed or examined, expert says

  • 'Walk and Work' Station Helps Obese Shed Pounds
    (17-May-2007)
    Office staff burn off extra calories while working on computers

  • Diet Rich in Cereal Fibers May Help Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
    (14-May-2007)
    The nutrient magnesium may also offer protective effects, German study says

  • New Cholesterol Check Gauges Kids' Heart Risk
    (13-May-2007)
    But the new tool might be too cumbersome for some doctors, one expert says

  • It's What You Eat, Not How, That Counts
    (09-May-2007)
    Eating slowly in smaller portions may not curb overeating, study finds

  • t: Study
    (09-May-2007)
    But more than half of children drink no juice at all, researchers say

  • Pediatricians Not Tracking Kids' BMI
    (08-May-2007)
    Surveys find most failing to measure patients' body weight

  • Dramatic Rise in U.S. Kids Hospitalized for Type 2 Diabetes
    (05-May-2007)
    Study authors lay the blame on the obesity epidemic

  • Study Outlines Fat Hormone's Role in Breast Cancer
    (30-Apr-2007)
    Leptin may enhance tumor growth, mouse study shows

  • New Drug Counteracts Overeating
    (30-Apr-2007)
    It revs up metabolism much like exercise, researchers say

  • New U.S. Standards Look to Limit Junk Foods in Schools
    (25-Apr-2007)
    Guidelines encourage nutritious foods, drinks to help combat obesity epidemic

  • TV Food Ads Lead to Weight Gain in Kids: Study
    (24-Apr-2007)
    Prompted a 134 percent increase in amount of food eaten by obese children

  • Obese File Twice as Many Workers' Comp Claims
    (23-Apr-2007)
    Overweight takes big toll on employers' bottom line, study shows

  • Depression Can Increase Diabetes Risk
    (23-Apr-2007)
    Poor mood may lead to less exercise, worsening diet, researchers suspect

  • Campaign Offers Easy Steps to Cutting Diabetes Risk
    (22-Apr-2007)
    ADA's 'CheckUp America' program launches this week

  • Unhealthy Young Adults Are Harming Their Hearts
    (20-Apr-2007)
    Weight gain, hypertension quickly damage arteries, study shows

  • Can Too Much Weight Cause Ear Infections in Kids?
    (16-Apr-2007)
    A South Korean study suggests a link, but some U.S. doctors are skeptical

  • Gene Variant Linked to Obesity, Diabetes
    (12-Apr-2007)
    Finding could lead to new avenues of treatment, researchers say

  • Severely Obese Are Fastest Growing Segment of Overweight Americans
    (10-Apr-2007)
    Study finds this group grew by 50% from 2000 to 2005

  • TV Diners Miss the Big Health Picture
    (09-Apr-2007)
    Watching while eating negates potential nutritional benefits, study finds

  • Added Pounds Mean Added Risk for Asthma
    (05-Apr-2007)
    Overweight, obese individuals had 50% higher odds for the disease, study found

  • Diabetes-Parkinson's Link Grows Stronger
    (28-Mar-2007)
    Overweight diabetics 83% more likely to get the brain disease, study found

  • Diabetes, Hypertension Explain Blacks' Higher Risk for Heart Failure
    (27-Mar-2007)
    Controlling these two factors should lower disease rates, experts say

  • High Trans Fat Intake Triples Heart Disease Risk
    (27-Mar-2007)
    Fast-food component is even more dangerous than suspected, study finds

  • More Diabetes, More Heart Disease: Study
    (26-Mar-2007)
    Two-thirds of diabetics will die from heart attack or stroke, researchers warn

  • Activity Levels Key to Childhood Obesity
    (21-Mar-2007)
    British study shows exercise directly tied to amounts of fat measureable in kids

  • Obesity's Ties to Heart Disease Still Unclear
    (15-Mar-2007)
    More research is needed, experts say, especially when it comes to gender differences

  • Are Common Chemicals Feeding Obesity Epidemic?
    (15-Mar-2007)
    Study suggests exposure to phthalates linked to abdominal fat, insulin resistance in men

  • Health Tip: Prevent Obesity in Your Child
    (14-Mar-2007)
    Suggestions to keep him healthy

  • Obese More Likely to Be Kept in the Hospital After Stroke
    (13-Mar-2007)
    Study suggests they suffer more from these attacks than leaner patients

  • Weight-Loss Surgery Caution: Take Your Vitamins
    (12-Mar-2007)
    Post-op thiamine deficiency can trigger rare but serious brain condition, experts warn

  • Stress, Obesity Taking Toll on Latin Americans' Health
    (08-Mar-2007)
    Changes in diet, society are boosting heart disease risk, study finds

  • Most American Seniors Live With Chronic Disease
    (08-Mar-2007)
    More needs to be done to encourage exercise, healthy eating, CDC report says

  • Resistance to Hormone Leptin Called Key to Obesity
    (07-Mar-2007)
    Study with mice could pave way to new drug therapies, researchers say

  • More Teens Are Undergoing Obesity Surgery
    (06-Mar-2007)
    The numbers are still small, but experts say the procedure can be beneficial

  • Atkins Pounds Other Popular Diets in U.S. Test
    (06-Mar-2007)
    But yearlong study can't predict high-fat plan's long-term safety, experts warn

  • Depression Worsens Outcomes for Heart Failure Patients
    (05-Mar-2007)
    Study finds that those depressed are 50% more likely to die or be hospitalized for the condition

  • Obesity May Trigger Earlier Puberty for Girls
    (05-Mar-2007)
    Breast development at 9 linked to weight gain in younger years, study finds

  • Hispanic Women's Hearts at High Risk: Study
    (02-Mar-2007)
    Contrary to popular wisdom, they develop signs of heart disease earlier than white women

  • Do Early Growth Spurts Protect Against Bad Cholesterol?
    (01-Mar-2007)
    Finding suggests adult heart disease may have roots in childhood

  • Diabetes May Be Even Bigger Threat Than Feared
    (01-Mar-2007)
    Canadian survey finds 2005 rates surpassed levels predicted for 2030

  • Too Much TV Bad for Tots' Tummies
    (28-Feb-2007)
    Study of 3-year-olds found diets got worse as viewing time rose

  • Kids Keep Slimmer When in School
    (28-Feb-2007)
    It's during summer vacation when many put on too much weight, study finds

  • MRI Finds Hidden, High-Risk Fat in Teens
    (27-Feb-2007)
    More precise estimates of deep fat can help predict their risk for disease

  • Black Soya Beans May Help Prevent Weight Gain
    (26-Feb-2007)
    Rat study suggests they also lower cholesterol, help prevent diabetes

  • Eating in Large Groups Boosts Food Intake
    (15-Feb-2007)
    Study in children finds 'social facilitation' overrides normal appetite

  • Research Reveals How Antipsychotic Drugs Cause Weight Gain
    (12-Feb-2007)
    A histamine in many of these meds may be to blame, researchers say

  • Age Brings More Fat, Less Muscle
    (10-Feb-2007)
    And all that extra fat can spur disease, researchers say

  • Sleep May Help Kids Keep Slim
    (07-Feb-2007)
    Children who get more rest less prone to weight problems, study finds

  • Standard Infertility Treatment Best for Hormone Disorder
    (07-Feb-2007)
    Clomiphene delivers more pregnancies for women with polycystic ovary syndrome, study finds

  • Orlistat Approved for Over-the-Counter Sale
    (07-Feb-2007)
    A lower-dose version of adult weight-loss aid

  • TV Habits Have No Impact on Teen Exercise
    (05-Feb-2007)
    So programs to get kids more active can't rely on cutting television time, study says

  • Groundhogs, Other Hibernators, Could Aid Human Health
    (02-Feb-2007)
    Their organs survive damage similar to heart attack, Alzheimer's, scientists say

  • Binge Eating Tops Other Eating Disorders: Survey
    (01-Feb-2007)
    The compulsive behavior is widespread and helps drive obesity epidemic, experts say

  • Lap Band Surgery Helps Obese Teens: Study
    (26-Jan-2007)
    The weight-loss procedure is currently only approved for adults in the U.S.

  • 'Couch Potato' Lifestyle Helps Drive Diabetes
    (26-Jan-2007)
    Lack of exercise ups the risk for the disease, study finds

  • Love Salty Foods? You May Have Been Born With Low Blood Sodium
    (24-Jan-2007)
    And that might leave you susceptible to weight gain, study suggests

  • Metabolic Syndrome Predicts Heart Risk: Study
    (23-Jan-2007)
    The syndrome includes factors such as obesity and high blood pressure

  • Health Tip: Measuring Waist Circumference
    (17-Jan-2007)
    It's a good indicator of a healthy body weight

  • Genes May Spur Some Childhood Obesity
    (17-Jan-2007)
    Mutations change activity of 'fat hormone' leptin, researchers say

  • Health Tip: Don't Miss Breakfast
    (13-Jan-2007)
    It can actually help you lose weight

  • U.S. Approves First Drug for Obese Dogs
    (11-Jan-2007)
    Not a remedy for overweight people, FDA warns

  • Lifestyle, Genes Join to Boost Risk for Blindness in Elderly
    (09-Jan-2007)
    Smoking, obesity among modifiable factors linked to age-related macular degeneration

  • Childhood Weight Problems Are Costly
    (08-Jan-2007)
    Study finds annual health-care costs average $172 more for obese kids

  • Girls Most Likely to Gain Weight as Pre-Teens
    (08-Jan-2007)
    Report urges interventions before the age of 9 or 10

  • Excess Weight Boosts Risk of Death From Prostate Cancer
    (08-Jan-2007)
    The heavier the man, the greater the threat, study finds

  • Study Raises Questions About Weight-Loss Drugs
    (05-Jan-2007)
    It says long-term reviews are needed to assess their benefits and risks

  • New Year, New Goal to Get Healthy
    (01-Jan-2007)
    Experts offer tips on keeping that get-fit resolution

  • Motivation Key to Keeping Those 'Get Fit' Resolutions
    (31-Dec-2006)
    Real change could involve a mental checklist, experts say

  • Resolve to Keep Those New Year's Resolutions
    (30-Dec-2006)
    Expert offers three key steps to achieving goals

  • Ad Campaigns Help Get Kids Active
    (29-Dec-2006)
    Media spots moved youngsters toward healthy exercise, CDC team say

  • Add Pounds
    (29-Dec-2006)
    Study finds those with children in the home consume more saturated fat

  • Heart Disease, Stroke Still Big Killers
    (28-Dec-2006)
    Latest U.S. statistics suggest obesity, smoking are largely to blame

  • Most Americans Want Public Policies to Prevent Obesity
    (28-Dec-2006)
    But incentives like employer tax breaks may not be enough, experts say

  • Low-Income Preschoolers Prone to Obesity
    (28-Dec-2006)
    And Latino children face greater risk than blacks or whites, study finds

  • Obesity Alters Digestive-Tract Bacteria
    (20-Dec-2006)
    Finding could lead to new weight-loss treatments, study suggests

  • Make the Holiday Buffet Your Friend This Season
    (17-Dec-2006)
    Smaller portions are key to healthy indulgence, expert says

  • Perception of Who's Obese Varies by Race
    (15-Dec-2006)
    Overweight blacks much more likely to consider their weight 'average,' study finds

  • Kids With High IQs Grow Up to Be Vegetarians
    (15-Dec-2006)
    The smarter they are, the more likely they'll shun meat as adults, British researchers contend

  • Health Tip: Saturated Fats vs. Unsaturated Fats
    (12-Dec-2006)
    Which should you choose?

  • Health Tip: Planning Obesity Surgery?
    (08-Dec-2006)
    Possible complications to consider

  • Obesity Boosts Kidney Risk in Type 1 Diabetes
    (06-Dec-2006)
    The bigger the waist size, the higher the odds for kidney woes, study found

  • Average U.S. Child Consumes Too Many Calories
    (05-Dec-2006)
    Excess of up to 165 calories day --about a can of soda -- creates 'energy gap,' leading to overweight

  • Fast Food Inside Hospitals Fuels Concern
    (04-Dec-2006)
    An onsite McDonald's at a kids' hospital had patients rating the meals as healthier

  • Ads Are Selling U.S. Kids Poor Health: Experts
    (04-Dec-2006)
    TV, print, Web ads push bad food, alcohol and cigarettes, pediatrics group warns

  • 'Double Diabetes' a New Threat
    (03-Dec-2006)
    The obesity epidemic is leading more people to develop type 1 and type 2 disease

  • Diabetes Drug Halts Weight Gain in Kids Taking Antipsychotics
    (01-Dec-2006)
    Metformin may allow children to stay healthy mentally and physically, study finds

  • One in Four Overweight Kids Gets Poor Sleep
    (28-Nov-2006)
    Regular exercise will bring most trouble-free slumber, experts say

  • Frequent Weight Change Raises Men's Gallstone Risk
    (28-Nov-2006)
    The most dramatic 'weight cycling' boosted odds by 76 percent, study found

  • Heavier Young Women at Lower Breast Cancer Risk
    (28-Nov-2006)
    But overweight is linked to other health woes, experts warn

  • Tips to Lighten That Thanksgiving Meal
    (23-Nov-2006)
    How to serve the traditional feast without a portion of guilt

  • Staying Trim on Turkey Day
    (22-Nov-2006)
    Expert offers hosts, guests help on avoiding holiday weight-gain

  • Health Tip: Watch What Your Child Drinks
    (21-Nov-2006)
    Calories in fruit juice, soda add up

  • Diabetes Dragging Down America's Health: Reports
    (16-Nov-2006)
    Increasingly, young people are suffering from the obesity-linked illness

  • Clogged Arteries Showing Up in Kids
    (12-Nov-2006)
    Fatty diets, lack of exercise are boosting children's heart risks, study shows

  • 3 Million Worldwide Die From High Blood Sugar
    (10-Nov-2006)
    Risk kicks in before glucose reaches diabetic levels, experts note

  • Regular Exercise Helps Obese Teens' Hearts
    (03-Nov-2006)
    But a push from parents is crucial to keeping kids healthy, experts say

  • Health Tip: Children Can Become Obese, Too
    (03-Nov-2006)
    Suggestions to avoid a life-long problem

  • Make School Breakfasts Free for All: Study
    (03-Nov-2006)
    'Universal' programs boost kids' nutrition, research suggests

  • Obese Women Face Greater Risk for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
    (27-Oct-2006)
    Spanish study finds overweight boosts risk fivefold for hormonal condition

  • Weight-Loss Drug Helps Diabetic Patients
    (27-Oct-2006)
    Yet-to-be-approved rimonabant kept blood sugar in check, study found

  • Asthma Overdiagnosed in Those Overweight
    (25-Oct-2006)
    Apparent lung disease may mask other problems, study finds

  • Sleepless Children at Higher Obesity Risk
    (19-Oct-2006)
    Less exercise, plus hormonal changes, could be to blame, researcher says

  • Healthy Diets Beat Exercise for Weight Loss
    (18-Oct-2006)
    Workouts probably won't work on their own, researchers say

  • Obesity Boosts Complications From Sleep Apnea Surgery
    (17-Oct-2006)
    Other risk factors include more severe disease, concurrent surgeries, study finds

  • Low-Cal Drinks Help Teens Trim Down
    (15-Oct-2006)
    Study found some lost a pound a month

  • Obesity Boosts Back Surgery Complication Rate
    (10-Oct-2006)
    Doctors advise the very overweight to shed pounds beforehand

  • Gain Weight, Lose Brain Power?
    (10-Oct-2006)
    Study links added pounds to slightly poorer cognition

  • Psoriasis Linked to Higher Risk of Heart Attack
    (10-Oct-2006)
    Younger patients with more severe disease face highest odds, study finds

  • Obesity Affects Prostate Cancer Screens
    (09-Oct-2006)
    Higher BMI suggests fat decreases amount of circulating PSA, study finds

  • Health Tip: Potbellies Can Trigger Back Pain
    (06-Oct-2006)
    Puts a strain on the muscles

  • Exercise Alone Won't Prevent Childhood Obesity
    (05-Oct-2006)
    British study suggests diet and other changes are needed, too

  • Weight-Loss Drug Falls Flat
    (03-Oct-2006)
    Diet and exercise still the best prescription for dropping pounds

  • Appetite-Fighting Molecule May Fight Obesity
    (03-Oct-2006)
    Early study in mice shows it cut weight gain in half

  • Overeating a Form of Addiction
    (02-Oct-2006)
    Study tracks stomach-to-brain nerve signals in obese people

  • TV Hurts Kids' School Performance: Study
    (02-Oct-2006)
    Other research suggests TV food ads boost kids' obesity risk

  • One-Third of U.S. Kids Are Unfit
    (02-Oct-2006)
    Researchers renew call for more physical activity to keep children healthy

  • Diverticulitis Showing Up in Young, Obese Adults
    (01-Oct-2006)
    An illness typical in patients over 50 is now being seen in those in their 20s, experts say

  • New Weight-Loss Drug Shows Promise
    (29-Sep-2006)
    Contrave users lost 7 percent of weight in 6 months, study found

  • Weight Gain Between Pregnancies Poses Health Risks
    (29-Sep-2006)
    Even women not considered overweight are vulnerable to problems, study finds

  • Plastic Mesh Improves Gastric Bypass Outcomes
    (28-Sep-2006)
    It helps prevent a common hernia linked to the procedure

  • Many Americans Fed Up With Fad Diets
    (27-Sep-2006)
    Survey suggests specialized regimens are falling out of favor

  • Diabetes a Greater Risk for Death Than Obesity
    (25-Sep-2006)
    Being overweight may not always predict poor health outcomes, study finds

  • Anti-Fat Protein Keeps Overeating Mice Slim
    (18-Sep-2006)
    But experts question its potential for humans

  • Four Short Walks a Day Ease Blood Pressure
    (17-Sep-2006)
    A few 10-minute strolls are even healthier than one long walk, study shows

  • Diabetes Drug Might Prevent the Disease
    (15-Sep-2006)
    Avandia cut odds for those at high risk while Altace did not, study finds

  • Health Tip: How to Calculate Your BMI
    (13-Sep-2006)
    A measure of your weight-to-height ratio

  • Progress Slow in Fight Against Childhood Obesity
    (13-Sep-2006)
    Report calls for concerted push, from U.S. government to individual families

  • Health Tip: Eat Properly
    (08-Sep-2006)
    Eat fruits and veggies, avoid too much sugar and fat

  • Higher Protein Diet Helps Keep Hunger Away
    (05-Sep-2006)
    Animal studies illuminate mechanism that boosts hormone controlling weight

  • Baby Fat Predicts Obesity in Pre-Teens
    (05-Sep-2006)
    Overweight youngsters usually become overweight adolescents, study finds

  • 31 States Record Increases in Adult Obesity
    (29-Aug-2006)
    Two-thirds of Americans now at risk of diseases like diabetes, heart disease, report finds

  • Obesity Reduces Ovarian Cancer Survival
    (28-Aug-2006)
    It may also boost risk for tumor recurrence, study finds

  • Blacks Have Poorer Control of Diabetes Than Whites
    (25-Aug-2006)
    Finding may explain their higher complication, death rates, experts say

  • Obesity Increases Chances of Early Death
    (23-Aug-2006)
    Study found risk was two to three times greater than in normal-weight people

  • High-Cal, Low-Fiber Diets Driving Kids to Obesity
    (22-Aug-2006)
    One expert blames this regimen for epidemic of overweight

  • Sleep Apnea in Children Linked to Lower IQ Scores, Learning Impairment
    (22-Aug-2006)
    Whether damage is permanent or reversible needs further investigation, study says

  • Obesity Driving Medicare Costs Higher
    (22-Aug-2006)
    Spending soars as more people join up with diabetes, heart disease, experts say

  • Does Body-Mass Index Really Predict Heart Risk?
    (18-Aug-2006)
    New data suggests BMI can't distinguish between fat, muscle

  • Schools Should Boost Kids' Daily Exercise
    (17-Aug-2006)
    AHA calls on schools, states to lead fight against obesity

  • Health Tip: Considering Liposuction?
    (16-Aug-2006)
    Remember to be realistic

  • U.S. Babies Getting Fatter: Study
    (09-Aug-2006)
    They're 59 percent more likely to be overweight now than in 1980, study finds

  • Poor Heart Health Raises Bariatric Surgery Risk
    (08-Aug-2006)
    In very obese patients, it led to longer procedures and more post-op complications

  • Food Clock Sets Mealtimes
    (01-Aug-2006)
    Scientists gain insight into how your brain knows when to tell you to eat

  • Obesity Vaccine Looks Promising
    (31-Jul-2006)
    Researchers say rats lost 20% to 30% of their body weight while eating normally

  • 'Sweet Tooth' Types Drawn to Fruit
    (26-Jul-2006)
    Study finding may help keep diets healthy, experts say

  • Bigger Tableware Helps Widen Waistlines
    (25-Jul-2006)
    In study, people ate more when using larger spoons, bowls

  • Patient Obesity Is Obscuring Medical Scans
    (25-Jul-2006)
    As Americans get larger, ultrasounds, X-rays get fuzzier, experts say

  • 40% of Weight-Loss Surgery Patients Develop Complications
    (24-Jul-2006)
    But one expert says these statistics are outdated, because new procedures make surgery safer and less invasive

  • Immigrants Healthier Than Native New Yorkers
    (21-Jul-2006)
    But poor access to care means newcomers' health soon suffers, report finds

  • Body's Brain Link to Hunger Identified
    (20-Jul-2006)
    Finding could pave way for new, safer diet drugs, researchers say

  • Exercise Works Wonders in Middle Age
    (19-Jul-2006)
    Study finds big heart benefits for folks 40 and older

  • Gastric-Bypass Surgery Best for Super Obese: Study
    (18-Jul-2006)
    But some weight-loss experts say the trial was too short and lacked enough patients

  • Adolescent Obesity Linked to Premature Death
    (17-Jul-2006)
    But diet pill, not yet approved for children, works for teens, researchers report

  • Never Say 'D-I-E-T'
    (15-Jul-2006)
    Constant dieting can be harmful to your health and even promote obesity, experts say

  • Women More Prone to 'Stress Eating' Than Men
    (13-Jul-2006)
    But anxiety drives all to sugary, fatty foods, study finds

  • Obesity, Diabetes Drive High Rate of Kidney Failure in U.S.
    (12-Jul-2006)
    Study shows marked difference between Americans and leaner Norwegian patients

  • Quitting Smoking Boosts Weight By 21 Pounds
    (07-Jul-2006)
    That's nearly double the average gain previously reported, researchers say

  • New Method Gauges Weight-Loss Surgery Risk
    (07-Jul-2006)
    Very obese, hypertensive males at greatest danger of fatal complications, experts say

  • Alonzo Mourning Plays Offense Against Kidney Disease
    (07-Jul-2006)
    Returning from kidney failure and transplant, NBA star pushes for early detection

  • Lack of Sleep Can Pack on the Pounds
    (07-Jul-2006)
    Hormonal variations contribute to weight gain, researchers believe

  • Calcium Supplements Help Curb Weight Gain in Middle Age
    (06-Jul-2006)
    They do more than strengthen bones for this age group, study suggests

  • Women's Health Risks Rise Along With Weight
    (05-Jul-2006)
    Extreme obesity, especially, is linked to more illness and death, study finds

  • Obese Men Benefit Less From Radiation for Prostate Cancer
    (26-Jun-2006)
    Finding may help doctors identify those in need of more aggressive therapy, study says

  • Migraines More Common in Overweight Kids
    (22-Jun-2006)
    Being obese may exacerbate headaches, experts say

  • New Type 2 Diabetes Cases Have Doubled in 30 Years
    (19-Jun-2006)
    Obesity is to blame and consequences could overwhelm U.S. health-care system, experts say

  • Gastric Bypass May Boost Blindness Risk
    (15-Jun-2006)
    A lack of absorbed vitamin A is the link, researchers say

  • Overweight Ups Your Diabetes Risk
    (13-Jun-2006)
    35 percent of heavy 18-year-old women will develop the disease, study finds

  • Trans Fats May Speed 'Spare Tire'
    (13-Jun-2006)
    Diets rich in these fats quickly widen waistlines, monkey study shows

  • Major Changes Could Reduce Diabetes Death Toll
    (11-Jun-2006)
    American Diabetes Association warns 62 million could die in next 30 years

  • New Campaign Launched to Fight Global Rise in Diabetes
    (10-Jun-2006)
    Experts predict that 350 million could be diabetic by 2026

  • Strict Parenting Can Produce Overweight Kids
    (06-Jun-2006)
    Study questions the clean-your-plate-or-else approach

  • Hispanic Toddlers More Likely to Be Obese
    (06-Jun-2006)
    Even after adjusting for socioeconomic factors, study finds them at higher risk

  • Research Reveals Blood Sugar's Effect on Wakefulness
    (31-May-2006)
    Finding could lead to treatments for problems like sleep disorders and obesity

  • One-Third of U.S. Adults Diabetic or Pre-Diabetic
    (26-May-2006)
    And nearly 30% of diabetics remain undiagnosed, study finds

  • Lack of Sleep Linked to Weight Gain
    (25-May-2006)
    Food intake doesn't explain extra girth, study finds

  • Poverty Increases Teens' Risk of Overweight
    (23-May-2006)
    Sweetened beverages, inactivity and skipping breakfast cited as major factors

  • Most Americans Unaware of Fat-Cancer Connection
    (22-May-2006)
    And many underestimate their own weight, experts say

  • In-School Program Helps Kids Keep Obesity at Bay
    (21-May-2006)
    Effort boosted daily exercise for fourth- and fifth-graders

  • Hypertension in Teens Predicts Adult Heart Woes
    (19-May-2006)
    Left unchecked, blood pressure rises 7 percent per year, study finds

  • Weight-Loss Surgeries Safe at Teaching Hospitals
    (17-May-2006)
    Academic medical centers have less than a 1 percent post-surgery death rate, study finds

  • 'Supermoms' Tend to Be Slimmer
    (16-May-2006)
    Study finds working mothers keep the weight off better than stay-at-home moms

  • Health Tip: Is Bariatric Surgery Right For You?
    (15-May-2006)
    How to know if you're a candidate

  • Bullying Keeps Overweight Kids From Exercise
    (14-May-2006)
    It's an overlooked barrier to helping children get healthier, study finds

  • Number of Obese, Smoking Americans Tops 9 Million
    (12-May-2006)
    Blacks most at risk for this unhealthy combination, study finds

  • Parents Hold the Key to Child's Healthy Weight
    (04-May-2006)
    High self-esteem and healthy eating habits keep obesity away, experts say

  • Scientists Cut Through the Secrets of Fat
    (04-May-2006)
    A scissors-like enzyme gives fat cells the room they need to grow

  • Childhood Obesity Leads to Adolescent Obesity
    (04-May-2006)
    Kids don't outgrow 'baby fat,' researchers report

  • School Soda Ban Called Good First Step
    (03-May-2006)
    But more needs to be done to combat childhood obesity epidemic, experts say

  • Americans Less Healthy Than the British
    (02-May-2006)
    Study finds gap despite higher U.S. incomes, more money spent on health care

  • Type 2 Diabetes Rising Among U.S. Adolescents
    (01-May-2006)
    Curbing obesity can help avert a public health crisis, experts say

  • Treatment Team Lowers Heart Risk for Obese Patients
    (28-Apr-2006)
    Battling the 'metabolic syndrome' on multiple fronts works, they say

  • Researchers Will Test 'Fat-Dissolving' Therapy Claims
    (21-Apr-2006)
    The treatment is gaining in popularity, but its safety and effectiveness are unknown

  • Gene Protects Against Diabetes, Heart Disease
    (21-Apr-2006)
    Variant found in 1 in 20 people lowers blood fats, study finds

  • Obesity Driving Diabetes Epidemic
    (20-Apr-2006)
    New study confirms suspicions that it's a major factor in troubling trend

  • Natural Protein Might Ward Off Obesity
    (18-Apr-2006)
    It helps burn fat cells and lower appetite, researchers say

  • Genetic Variant Increases Risk of Obesity
    (13-Apr-2006)
    The trait is found in 10 percent of people, study says

  • Obesity Plus Arthritis Disabling for Older Women
    (10-Apr-2006)
    Findings don't bode well for an aging and increasingly obese population

  • Number of Kids on Type 2 Diabetes Drugs Doubles
    (07-Apr-2006)
    Experts blame two-fold jump in 4 years on rise in child obesity

  • Too Much Weight Ups Alzheimer's Risk
    (06-Apr-2006)
    It can triple the threat of the brain disease, study suggests

  • Cancer Prevention Efforts Paying Off: Report
    (05-Apr-2006)
    Tobacco use ebbs to lowest point in decades, but challenges still remain, report finds

  • Diabetes Care Still Lagging in U.S.
    (04-Apr-2006)
    Report shows some improvement, but it's far from enough

  • Many Obese Don't See the Problem
    (04-Apr-2006)
    They often label themselves normal-weight or slightly overweight, study finds

  • Belly Fat May Bring Labored Breathing
    (04-Apr-2006)
    Women with high amounts of this fat breathed less easily during exercise

  • Fit Teens May Be Safer Teens
    (04-Apr-2006)
    Physical activity helps ward off bad behaviors, study shows

  • Americans Getting Even Fatter
    (04-Apr-2006)
    Big weight gains noted among men, children since 2000, studies find

  • Too Few Car Seats For America's Obese Kids
    (03-Apr-2006)
    Study uncovers dangerous shortfall as children's weight rises

  • More Than 80 Percent of College Women Diet
    (31-Mar-2006)
    Skipping breakfast, smoking among the unhealthiest methods they use, study finds

  • Weight-Loss Surgery Not Without Risks
    (22-Mar-2006)
    Age and type of surgery seem to be the key factors, study finds

  • Diabetics Misguided on 'Healthy' Weight
    (20-Mar-2006)
    Two-thirds of obese diabetics call overweight 'ideal' for health, study found

  • Atkins Diet Not Safe for Everyone
    (16-Mar-2006)
    Researchers report case of obese dieter who developed dangerous condition

  • Fat Hormone Leptin Affects Asthma Risk
    (15-Mar-2006)
    Heavier women with high levels of hormone more likely to have condition, study says

  • Bottle-Feeding May Not Raise Child Obesity Risk
    (09-Mar-2006)
    Neither will an earlier shift to solid foods, new research suggests

  • Weight May Influence Asthma Care
    (07-Mar-2006)
    Study finds the overweight benefit more from specific medication

  • Low-Cal Drinks Help Teens Stay Trim
    (07-Mar-2006)
    Switching from high-calorie beverages makes big difference, study suggests

  • Researchers Reduce Enlarged Hearts in Fat Mice
    (07-Mar-2006)
    Finding could spur new treatments for obesity-related heart failure

  • Safer Neighborhoods Are Fitter Neighborhoods
    (05-Mar-2006)
    Fear of crime curbs healthy physical activity, study finds

  • Youth Can Lose Weight With Yoga
    (04-Mar-2006)
    Overweight teens shed an average six pounds over 12 weeks, researchers say

  • Diabetes May Roll Back Victories Over Heart Disease
    (03-Mar-2006)
    Growing epidemic threatens America's health, study finds

  • Lifting Weights Keeps Overweight at Bay
    (03-Mar-2006)
    Middle-aged women can benefit from just two sessions per week, study shows

  • Rx for Weight Loss
    (02-Mar-2006)
    Doctors use novel approaches to help patients shed excess pounds

  • Obese People Might Be More Sensitive to Pain
    (01-Mar-2006)
    Physical factors may combine to increase sensitivity, researchers say

  • 'Spare Tire' Might Protect Men During Car Accident
    (01-Mar-2006)
    A little extra weight may act as padding, study finds -- but only for men

  • Chocolate Does a Man's Heart Good
    (27-Feb-2006)
    Dark variety seems to lower older men's risk of death, study finds

  • Teen Girls Sip More Soda as They Age
    (24-Feb-2006)
    The more soft drinks they consumed, the less calcium they took in, study finds

  • Young Type 2 Diabetics at Higher Stroke Risk
    (16-Feb-2006)
    Their odds of an attack double soon after diagnosis, study finds

  • Belly Fat Doubles Women's Gallstone Risk
    (14-Feb-2006)
    But one expert noted that most stones won't require treatment

  • New Weight-Loss Drug Shows Promise
    (14-Feb-2006)
    Trial results look good, but experts say rimonabant isn't a 'magic bullet'

  • Poverty Lowers Cardiac Stress Test Results
    (14-Feb-2006)
    Experts say poor diet and lack of access to fitness facilities to blame

  • Weight-Loss Surgery: For Some, the Last Hope
    (12-Feb-2006)
    A normal life is the reward for suitable candidates

  • Overweight Women Risk Problem Pregnancies
    (11-Feb-2006)
    Some simple steps can reduce likelihood of high blood pressure, gestational diabetes

  • Exercise Goes to the Dogs
    (10-Feb-2006)
    Canine friends get humans up and walking more often, study finds

  • Parents, Vending Machines Can Hamper Good School Nutrition
    (09-Feb-2006)
    A number of hidden factors make it tough to eat right on campus, study finds

  • Limited Access to Exercise Facilities Fueling Childhood Obesity Epidemic
    (08-Feb-2006)
    It's a particular problem in low-income areas, new research suggests

  • Program Gets Teens Off the Couch
    (08-Feb-2006)
    Doctor-guided initiative increased exercise rates and improved diet

  • Diabetics' Hearts Fueled by Fats
    (08-Feb-2006)
    Finding could explain high heart attack rate in those with diabetes, researchers say

  • Obesity Doubles Kids' Diabetes Risk
    (06-Feb-2006)
    And a third of diabetic children in the U.S. are also obese, study finds

  • Heart Failure Rising In Older Americans
    (06-Feb-2006)
    But more are surviving longer with the disease, report finds

  • Health Tip: Getting to a Healthy Weight
    (03-Feb-2006)
    BMI is what counts

  • Obesity Raises Pregnancy Risks
    (03-Feb-2006)
    Weight-related dangers threaten both mother and newborn, panelists conclude

  • Obesity Might Be Catching
    (30-Jan-2006)
    Infectious viruses may make fat cells fatter, researchers claim

  • Modest Weight Loss Boosts Bladder Control
    (27-Jan-2006)
    Overweight women at risk for diabetes saw real improvements, study found

  • Treatment for Childhood Disorder Brings Sleep Dangers
    (26-Jan-2006)
    Growth hormones raise sleep apnea risks in children with Prader-Willi syndrome, study finds

  • Controversial Weight-Loss Drug May Go Over-the-Counter
    (24-Jan-2006)
    But as FDA weighs approval, critics voice concerns about Xenical

  • Widening Waist a Heart Risk Factor for Women
    (23-Jan-2006)
    Waistlines over 35 inches are a matter of concern, study finds

  • America's Young Adults Less Healthy Than Teens
    (18-Jan-2006)
    Rates for smoking, obesity and other ills rise steeply after high school, study finds

  • Trans Fat on Food Labels: Now You See It, Now You Don't
    (12-Jan-2006)
    New FDA rules allow fewer than 0.5 grams of unhealthy fat to not count

  • Obesity Hinders Prostate Cancer Detection
    (11-Jan-2006)
    Finding highlights need for rigorous screening in heavier patients

  • Lifestyle Changes Can Quickly Reverse Heart Risks
    (11-Jan-2006)
    In 3 weeks, improvements in diet and exercise can have big impact, study finds

  • The Fat Tax: A Controversial Tool in War Against Obesity
    (11-Jan-2006)
    It's used as a levy on 'junk' foods, and to promote nutrition programs

  • Fat-Building Pathway Figured Out
    (10-Jan-2006)
    abetes, researchers say

  • Obesity Alone Boosts Heart Disease Risk
    (10-Jan-2006)
    Research also finds other risk factors are undertreated

  • Safe Neighborhoods Keep Kids Leaner
    (03-Jan-2006)
    New research shows that families who live in unsafe areas have fatter kids

  • Molecular Link Between Diet, Type 2 Diabetes Discovered
    (03-Jan-2006)
    High-fat fare suppresses enzyme that controls insulin production, study finds

  • Trans Fat Food Labels Are Coming
    (30-Dec-2005)
    Starting New Year's Day, labeling also will list potential allergens

  • Study Suggests Suicide Linked to Thinness
    (29-Dec-2005)
    But other experts question the connection

  • Digestive Woes May Keep the Overweight From Exercising
    (27-Dec-2005)
    And that could undermine weight-loss efforts, study finds

  • Vitamin B Deficiency a Danger After Gastric Bypass Surgery
    (27-Dec-2005)
    Case study notes need to monitor patients for resulting neurological condition

  • Party Hearty, Then Ease It Down
    (26-Dec-2005)
    Some tips for holiday weight control

  • Health Tip: Dieting During the Holidays
    (23-Dec-2005)
    It's not easy, but try to stay on track

  • Hold on to Health During the Holidays
    (23-Dec-2005)
    If jingle bells jangle nerves and send you snacking, simple tips can help

  • Smoking May Make Psoriasis Worse
    (22-Dec-2005)
    People with the disorder also tend to be obese, researchers report

  • Give Yourself a Good Night's Sleep This Season
    (22-Dec-2005)
    Experts offer six important reasons why slumber is essential

  • Marijuana Munchies Hold Weight-Loss Clues
    (22-Dec-2005)
    New insights on need to feed that comes with pot smoking

  • Blacks Hit Harder by Arterial Leg Disease
    (21-Dec-2005)
    This narrowing of vessels in the legs can be disabling, experts note

  • Gastric Bypass Surgeries Soaring
    (20-Dec-2005)
    The number of Americans undergoing these procedures grew four-fold between 1998 and 2002, study finds

  • One-Third of U.S. Teens Out of Shape
    (20-Dec-2005)
    Finding may have long-term implications for cardiovascular health

  • Fight Off That Freshman Flab
    (17-Dec-2005)
    Research shows college kids can beat back weight gain

  • U.S. Health Gains Starting to Slow: Study
    (16-Dec-2005)
    Rates of early death, prenatal care, smoking stable in recent years; obesity way up

  • Working Moms' Kids Eat Just as Well: Study
    (16-Dec-2005)
    They eat more meals outside the home, but their diets are comparable to those of other youngsters

  • Fruit Sugars Might Speed Obesity
    (15-Dec-2005)
    They may interfere with insulin to increase weight gain, experts say

  • High Insulin Levels Linked to Pancreatic Cancer
    (13-Dec-2005)
    Study of male smokers saw twofold risk increase for those with highest levels

  • New Spanish-Language Food Pyramid Launched
    (08-Dec-2005)
    'MiPirámide' aimed at U.S. Hispanics at high risk for obesity

  • Coffee, Tea May Help Keep Liver Failure at Bay
    (06-Dec-2005)
    Two or more cups per day could protect at-risk patients, researchers say

  • Moderate Drinking May Lower Obesity Risk
    (05-Dec-2005)
    But too much alcohol can pack on pounds, study finds

  • Overweight Moms More Likely to Have Overweight Kids
    (05-Dec-2005)
    Researchers found smoking also raised obesity risk for children

  • Teens Influenced by Mom's Attitude About Weight
    (05-Dec-2005)
    Parents key to healthy eating and exercise among adolescents, expert says

  • Hispanic Kids Face Diabetes Dangers
    (01-Dec-2005)
    They may be especially vulnerable to sugary foods, study finds

  • Many Americans Not Active Enough to Reap Health Benefits
    (01-Dec-2005)
    Government report says more than half don't reach recommended levels

  • Obese Buttocks Leave Drug Therapy Behind
    (28-Nov-2005)
    Medicine injected into large posteriors isn't reaching the bloodstream, study finds

  • A Kernel of Truth About Portion Sizes
    (24-Nov-2005)
    Study finds even stale popcorn was appealing in larger batches

  • Trigger for Obesity Identified
    (21-Nov-2005)
    Finding could lead to new drug therapies, researchers say

  • Obesity Ups Arrhythmia Risk After Bypass
    (17-Nov-2005)
    Being overweight can more than double the odds, study found

  • Daily Walk Puts Heart a Step Ahead
    (17-Nov-2005)
    Just 30 minutes a day can spur healthy changes, study finds

  • Diet Drug Works Best With Healthy Eating, Exercise
    (16-Nov-2005)
    Meridia study found weight loss doubled if patients also changed lifestyles

  • Decaf Coffee Might Slightly Boost Heart-Disease Risk
    (16-Nov-2005)
    Study found it raised levels of blood fats, LDL cholesterol

  • Sweet Tooth Takes Bite Out of Stress
    (15-Nov-2005)
    Rat study suggests sugary foods can lower anxiety

  • Eating Out Poses Health Risks for Kids
    (14-Nov-2005)
    They're prone to high blood pressure and other risk factors for heart disease, study finds

  • ts Mississippi Blacks Hard
    (13-Nov-2005)
    Jackson Heart Study found 37% of those studied had cluster of risk factors

  • Health Tip: Food Journals Help Design Eating Programs
    (10-Nov-2005)
    Be truthful when recording habits

  • Appetite Suppressing Hormone Discovered
    (10-Nov-2005)
    But will the research with rodents prove useful for people?

  • Ravenous Rodents Give Dieting Clues
    (07-Nov-2005)
    Rat studies suggest stress plus tempting treats triggers binge-eating

  • Widening Waistlines Raise Kidney Risks
    (04-Nov-2005)
    Heavier men face higher odds of organ dysfunction, research shows

  • Which Diet Is Best? The One That Works for You
    (04-Nov-2005)
    Weight-loss plans should be paired with success strategies, experts say

  • Waist-Hip Ratio a Better Heart Measure Than BMI?
    (04-Nov-2005)
    International study finds ratio spots three times more of those at risk

  • Restless Legs Syndrome Linked to Other Health Woes
    (03-Nov-2005)
    Study finds more insomnia and depression in patients with the movement disorder

  • Fondness for Fatty Foods May Be Built In
    (02-Nov-2005)
    Could tongues be equipped with a 'fat sensor'?

  • Health Tip: Foods That Are Naturally Low Fat
    (01-Nov-2005)
    Some foods are healthy from the start

  • Health Tip: No Waist of Time
    (31-Oct-2005)
    Watching your midsection can help you stay healthy

  • New Program Will Tackle Obesity in Minority Kids
    (28-Oct-2005)
    U.S. Hispanic, black youngsters are at high risk of overweight, experts warn

  • Obesity May Contribute to Liver Trouble
    (27-Oct-2005)
    High-fat diet caused immune-system problems in mice, study found

  • Child's Growth Predicts Adult Heart Woes
    (26-Oct-2005)
    Low birthweight, a failure to thrive, then adding fat boost risks, study finds

  • Study Refutes Soft Drinks' Impact on Kids' Obesity
    (21-Oct-2005)
    Researchers say school policies restricting sodas in vending machines would not be effective

  • Research Into Obesity-Cancer Link Gets Big Boost
    (20-Oct-2005)
    National Cancer Institute will give $54 million to four U.S. centers

  • Walk a Dog, Lose Weight
    (20-Oct-2005)
    Study found those who walked one for a year lost average of 14 pounds

  • Health Tip: Diet Sensibly
    (18-Oct-2005)
    How you burn energy is key

  • Studies Highlight Risks of Bariatric Surgery
    (18-Oct-2005)
    Rehospitalization rates increased, and mortality rate higher for Medicare patients

  • Slimming Down Heats Up Sex Lives
    (17-Oct-2005)
    For the obese, losing weight can have romantic rewards, study finds

  • Americans Look for Health on the Menu
    (17-Oct-2005)
    Survey finds nutrition plays increasing role in dining-out choices

  • Obesity Linked to Fat Gain in Muscles
    (14-Oct-2005)
    Finding could explain why very overweight have trouble losing pounds

  • Adult Obesity May Trace to Infancy
    (14-Oct-2005)
    Heavy babies might be at risk of a lifetime of weight problems, study suggests

  • Obesity During Midlife Ups Dementia Risk
    (11-Oct-2005)
    Study found those with BMI higher than 30 also more likely to have heart attack, diabetes

  • Even Moderate Exercise Boosts Heart Health
    (10-Oct-2005)
    People don't need to run marathons to see big changes, study finds

  • Researchers Question Value of CRP Test
    (10-Oct-2005)
    High levels of protein tend to occur only with other cardiovascular risk factors, study says

  • Higher-Priced Fruits, Veggies Linked to Weight Gain in Kids
    (05-Oct-2005)
    Finding may help explain obesity epidemic, particularly in poorer areas, study says

  • Exercise Eases Digestion Problems in the Obese
    (04-Oct-2005)
    Coupled with healthy diet, it reduces stomach pain and diarrhea, study says

  • Majority of Americans Becoming Overweight or Obese
    (04-Oct-2005)
    Thirty-year survey showed nine out of 10 men packed on excess pounds

  • Lifestyle Changes Could Save Millions
    (04-Oct-2005)
    Additional 2% decrease in chronic disease deaths adds up to 36 million lives saved worldwide over next decade, experts say

  • More American Kids Eating Deep-Fried Fast Foods
    (03-Oct-2005)
    Numbers doubled in just three years, one study found

  • Weight Gain May Spur Prostate Cancer
    (01-Oct-2005)
    Obese men progressed faster to disease recurrence, study found

  • High Blood Pressure Can Be Lethal in Overweight
    (29-Sep-2005)
    It's the prime factor raising their cardiovascular risk, study finds

  • Blacks at Raised Risk of Sleep Apnea
    (27-Sep-2005)
    They're also less likely to seek help for the dangerous disorder, study shows

  • Health Tip: Cap Your Child's Soda Habit
    (26-Sep-2005)
    Consider less sugary alternatives

  • Schools Still Offer Too Much Junk Food: Report
    (22-Sep-2005)
    Although some states are doing better than others, federal review finds

  • Moms' View on Family Meal Influences Kids' Weight
    (19-Sep-2005)
    Families that eat together may stay slim together, study finds

  • Being Overweight Hurts Kids' Arteries
    (19-Sep-2005)
    Extra pounds weaken vessel walls, even at ages as young as 9, study finds

  • Most Americans Don't Link Tummy Fat With Heart Disease
    (19-Sep-2005)
    Sixty percent are unaware this type of obesity threatens the heart, survey finds

  • Health Tip: Don't Skip Meals
    (15-Sep-2005)
    It could cause you to gain weight

  • Couch Potatoes Threatened by 'Visceral' Fat
    (14-Sep-2005)
    This type of fat lying around organs is especially unhealthy, experts warn

  • Metabolic Syndrome Termed a Growing U.S. Health Threat
    (12-Sep-2005)
    Panel urges greater awareness of condition that causes heart problems, diabetes

  • Steer Clear of Labor Day Eating Marathon
    (02-Sep-2005)
    Research shows the 'binge-then-compensate' plan doesn't work

  • Can the Brain Be 'Tricked' to Help You Lose Weight?
    (26-Aug-2005)
    British study says new hormone treatment may do just that

  • Obesity in America Continues to Expand
    (23-Aug-2005)
    Government programs are failing to meet the challenge, report says

  • Graffiti, Litter May Help Spur Obesity
    (19-Aug-2005)
    And cleaner, greener environments get people exercising, study suggests

  • Obesity Runs in the Family
    (17-Aug-2005)
    Home environment a strong predictor of childhood overweight, study finds

  • Brain Protein Influences Weight Gain
    (16-Aug-2005)
    Drugs modeled on SH2-B may help fight diabetes, obesity, experts say

  • Robotic Weight-Loss Surgery Passes Test
    (15-Aug-2005)
    But method is time-consuming and unnecessary, one expert says

  • Puberty Comes Sooner for Overweight Girls
    (11-Aug-2005)
    But new study rules out early period's link to adult obesity

  • Today's HIV Patients: Just as Heavy as the General Population
    (07-Aug-2005)
    Study finds higher levels of obesity among infected individuals

  • Yoga Yields Weight Loss in Middle Age
    (05-Aug-2005)
    Benefits may be linked to 'mindful' changes in health habits, experts say

  • Myeloid Leukemia Risk Linked to Obesity
    (02-Aug-2005)
    Association not seen with other types of leukemia, study says

  • Got GERD? Weight Loss May Help
    (02-Aug-2005)
    Extra pounds double risk of digestive disorder, study finds

  • Fruit Juice, Water Top School Vending Machine Choices
    (01-Aug-2005)
    Hamburgers, pizza are popular a la carte items, survey finds

  • Smoking, Obesity Double Trouble for Teens
    (01-Aug-2005)
    Secondhand smoke is nearly as unhealthy as puffing on cigarettes, study finds

  • Teens Want to Bulk Up
    (01-Aug-2005)
    Study finds a third think about becoming more toned, having bigger muscles

  • Fructose Sweetener Spurs Obesity
    (29-Jul-2005)
    It may affect metabolism while boosting calories, experts say

  • Workouts That Feel Right at Home
    (23-Jul-2005)
    Designing a great in-house exercise program is easy, experts say

  • Protein Could Lead to New Diabetes Drugs
    (21-Jul-2005)
    Fat cell compound may stimulate insulin resistance, study finds

  • Obesity May Begin at the Office
    (20-Jul-2005)
    Time stuck behind desk means pounds added, study finds

  • Dark Chocolate May Sweeten the Way to Health
    (18-Jul-2005)
    Daily dose lowered blood pressure, improved insulin sensitivity, study showed

  • Teen Inactivity Leads to Obesity for Girls
    (15-Jul-2005)
    Transition time from childhood to adulthood appears to involve decreased physical exercise

  • Obesity Tougher on Men
    (13-Jul-2005)
    Very overweight women much fitter than male peers, study finds

  • Weight-Loss Surgeries Skyrocketing
    (12-Jul-2005)
    Study found number of procedures quadrupled between 1998 and 2002

  • Diabetes Spurred By Adult Lifestyles
    (11-Jul-2005)
    Study casts doubt on 'fetal-environment' theory

  • Get Fit to Fight Metabolic Syndrome
    (11-Jul-2005)
    The condition is a precursor to diabetes, heart disease

  • Lose Weight, Gain Income
    (08-Jul-2005)
    Bank balances rise as the pounds melt away, study finds

  • Health Tip: Appetite Control
    (04-JUL-2005)
    Suggestions to avoid overeating

  • You've Got (Healthy) Mail
    (30-JUN-2005)
    Weekly e-reminders helped workers lose weight

  • Public Program Helps Cut Kids' TV Time
    (30-JUN-2005)
    The hope is that preschoolers will exercise more, lowering obesity rates

  • Key Factors Raise Heart Failure Death Risk
    (30-JUN-2005)
    One surprise: obesity may actually be protective, researchers say

  • Watch How High You Pile Your Child's Plate
    (28-JUN-2005)
    Amount of food you put before them a major factor in how much they eat

  • Middle-Age Hypertension Cuts Five Years Off Life
    (27-JUN-2005)
    Findings are another reason to reduce high blood pressure early, experts say

  • Obesity Sends Health Costs Soaring
    (27-JUN-2005)
    Study pegs weight gain as major factor behind U.S. spending

  • Overweight People More Likely to Survive Bypass Surgery
    (20-JUN-2005)
    But they have procedure at younger ages, researchers note

  • TV Food Ads Misleading Kids
    (17-JUN-2005)
    In study, youngsters typically identified less-healthy snacks as 'nutritious'

  • Obese Breast Cancer Patients May Be Undertreated
    (14-JUN-2005)
    Adjusting drug dose for weight may leave them more vulnerable

  • Xenical Helps Teens Trim Pounds
    (14-JUN-2005)
    Study found it worked when combined with good diet and exercise

  • Obesity, Smoking Speed Aging Process
    (13-JUN-2005)
    Every puff and added pound makes cells old before their time, study finds

  • Patient Education Won't Alter Diabetes Outcomes
    (10-JUN-2005)
    Learning about the disease had little effect, study found

  • Obesity's Strain Causing More Back Pain
    (09-JUN-2005)
    Cases of weight-linked spinal trouble are soaring, survey finds

  • Leptin Surge in Infancy May Spur Later Obesity
    (07-JUN-2005)
    Mouse study may explain link between undernourished moms, obese kids

  • 'No Child Left Behind,' But Physical Activity May Suffer
    (05-JUN-2005)
    Federal act's unintended impact on phys ed may fuel kids' obesity epidemic, experts say

  • Exercise Cuts Polycystic Ovary-Linked Diabetes Risk
    (03-JUN-2005)
    Women can benefit even in the absence of weight loss, study finds

  • CDC: Being Overweight or Obese Not Healthy
    (02-JUN-2005)
    Agency holds news conference to counter its own recent report

  • Obesity, Diabetes Raise Joint Replacement Risks
    (01-JUN-2005)
    Study finds more complications in hypertensive patients, too

  • Kids Can Be Taught to Eat Right
    (01-JUN-2005)
    Nutrition education program yields heart-healthy results

  • Skipping Breakfast Common Among U.S. Girls
    (01-JUN-2005)
    The problem is most pronounced among black teens, study finds

  • Key Factors Raise Clogged Artery Risk
    (31-MAY-2005)
    Metabolic syndrome plus vascular calcium greatly boost the odds, study finds

  • Many Heart Attack Patients Have Metabolic Syndrome
    (25-MAY-2005)
    Risk factors include wide waistlines, hypertension and high blood sugar, study finds

  • Obesity Ups Risk for Colon, Throat Cancers
    (19-MAY-2005)
    Staying trim can help reduce the odds, researchers say

  • Junk Food Outlets Crowd Inner-City Schools
    (14-MAY-2005)
    Sweet, fatty foods are within easy reach of Harlem youngsters, study finds

  • Obesity-Linked Lung Stress May Trigger Asthma
    (12-MAY-2005)
    Harvard team spots links between overweight, respiratory trouble

  • Helping Kids Stay Fit
    (12-MAY-2005)
    Youngsters benefit from nutrition, exercise lessons

  • Sodas Keep Child Obesity Soaring
    (11-MAY-2005)
    Some hard facts on soft drinks in latest review

  • Type 2 Diabetes Increasing in Children Worldwide
    (11-MAY-2005)
    Rising obesity rates may be to blame, researchers say

  • Nutrition Program Needs New Recipe
    (06-MAY-2005)
    Report calls for more focus on fruits, vegetables, grains and breast-feeding

  • Ex-Smokers' Weight Gain Can Impact Lung Function
    (05-MAY-2005)
    First study of its kind finds extra pounds are harder on men

  • Overload of Fatty Foods Can Park in Liver
    (03-May-2005)
    Presence there can curtail organ's ability to filter fats through body, study says

  • Full-Time Workers Fall Short on Exercise
    (02-MAY-2005)
    Part-timers have better chance to find time for workouts, researchers report

  • Income May Help Fuel Obesity, Study Finds
    (02-MAY-2005)
    Money is no protection against extra pounds, researchers say

  • Excess Weight, High Cholesterol Tax Older Women's Arteries
    (02-MAY-2005)
    More evidence exercise can protect the female heart after menopause

  • Combat Veterans Pay a Price Decades Later
    (30-APR-2005)
    Many are heavy drinkers and smokers, and face possible heart trouble, study finds

  • Exercise, Diet Aid Youthful Obesity
    (29-APR-2005)
    Studies show some success in lowering heart risk markers

  • Mid-Life Obesity Linked to Old-Age Dementia
    (28-APR-2005)
    Study links higher weight to higher risk of cognitive decline later

  • Mesotherapy Not Proven as Weight-Loss Method
    (27-APR-2005)
    Experts caution against injections of medications, plant extracts into fatty tissue

  • Few in U.S. Living Healthy Lifestyles
    (25-APR-2005)
    Only 3 percent of adults really doing the right things, study finds

  • Health Tip: What's Behind Compulsive Overeating?
    (21-APR-2005)
    It's an attempt to cope with other issues

  • The Sleep-Wake Body Clock May Also Control Appetite
    (21-APR-2005)
    Study offers possible clue to overeating in humans

  • U.S. Unveils New Food Pyramid
    (19-APR-2005)
    12 programs replace the old one

  • Obesity Not as Life Threatening as Thought
    (19-APR-2005)
    Many cardiovascular risk factors among obese are declining, researchers find

  • Obesity: Bad For Men, Women and Kids
    (18-APR-2005)
    Being overweight is hard on everyone's hearts, new studies find

  • Health Tip: Curb Your Child's Weight
    (15-APR-2005)
    Or he could become obese as an adult

  • Obesity Can Be Real Headache
    (14-APR-2005)
    Excess weight increases frequency, severity of daily attacks, study finds

  • Liver Protein Points to Anti-Obesity Drugs
    (12-APR-2005)
    The LXR protein may tell the body to store up fat

  • Health Tip: Avoiding Obesity
    (08-APR-2005)
    Eat healthy when dining out

  • Your Eyes, Not Your Stomach, Count Calories
    (08-APR-2005)
    What you see is what you think you are eating, a new study suggests

  • Smoking Lowers In-Vitro Fertilization Success Rate
    (07-APR-2005)
    So does being overweight, researchers report

  • Certain Diet Drugs Can Help Boost Weight Loss
    (05-APR-2005)
    And for the severely obese, weight-reduction surgery is best, studies find

  • Inflammation Key to Belly Fat 's Unhealthy Effects
    (31-MAR-2005)
    Fat cells produce compounds that boost arterial disease, study finds

  • Healthy Change, Early Screening Can Cut Cancer Rates
    (31-MAR-2005)
    Cancer Society report finds some successes, many challenges

  • America's Kids Doing Well, Except With Obesity: Report
    (30-MAR-2005)
    Annual findings show well-being the best in 3 decades

  • Atkins Introduces New Carb Labelling
    (29-MAR-2005)
    'Net Atkins Count' to replace 'net carbs'

  • Sleep Apnea Can Be Deadly At Night
    (23-MAR-2005)
    Cardiac death risk rises as sleepers' breathing is impaired

  • Widening Waistlines Predict Diabetes in Men
    (22-MAR-2005)
    Belt size beats body mass index as disease indicator, study finds

  • Test Suggests Kids More Prone to Allergies Than Their Parents
    (21-MAR-2005)
    Finding lends credence to belief that allergies, asthma are on the rise

  • Sleep Apnea Differs in Men, Women
    (18-MAR-2005)
    Breathing disorder more often tied to depression, thyroid in women: Study

  • Few Extra Pounds Put Kids at Risk for Adult Obesity
    (18-MAR-2005)
    Youngsters with 'high-normal' weight 5 times more likely to be obese adults

  • Veterans Heavier Than Rest of U.S. Population
    (18-MAR-2005)
    Finding spotlights need for obesity prevention at VA health centers

  • Compound Could Lessen Damage of Fast Food
    (16-MAR-2005)
    Researchers test form of cellulose that slows fat absorption, reduces diabetes risk

  • Obesity May Shorten Americans' Life Expectancy
    (16-MAR-2005)
    Reduced life span could save Social Security, researchers note

  • Obesity Ups Child's Asthma Risk
    (15-MAR-2005)
    Breathing problems during sleep may link the two conditions, experts say

  • New Theory on Why Low-Carb Diets Work
    (14-MAR-2005)
    When researchers restricted carbs, dieters simply ate less

  • Health Tip: Help for Teen 'Couch Potatoes'
    (10-MAR-2005)
    Make exercise fun

  • Obesity May Encourage Heart Failure
    (08-MAR-2005)
    Heart-cell death rises tenfold in mice bred to be fat

  • Lose Weight, Feel Great With a Good Breakfast
    (05-MAR-2005)
    Boost fiber, cut down on fat and sugar to stay fit and trim, experts say

  • Joint Replacement Won't Banish Obesity
    (04-MAR-2005)
    Contrary to belief, most patients gain weight post-surgery

  • Supersized in the NFL
    (01-MAR-2005)
    More pro football players are obese, study finds

  • Obesity May Begin at the Grocery Store
    (28-FEB-2005)
    Price, store location sway low-income women's fat consumption, study finds

  • Diet, Exercise Top Drugs in Preventing Diabetes
    (28-FEB-2005)
    Two studies find lifestyle changes are the better, cheaper option

  • Many Diet Studies Lack Key Data
    (25-FEB-2005)
    Most don't describe participants accurately, affecting results, study finds

  • Mom's Poor Diet Can Up Diabetes Risk in Child
    (25-FEB-2005)
    Nutrition might affect fetal pancreas, mouse study suggests

  • Gastric Bypass Just As Effective for Seniors
    (22-FEB-2005)
    Post-surgery weight loss nearly matched that of young patients

  • Clue to Controlling Appetite Found
    (21-FEB-2005)
    Discovery could one day lead to weight-loss pill in humans

  • Health Tip: Controlling Hunger While Dieting
    (10-FEB-2005)
    The first step is to avoid trigger foods

  • Health Tip: Benefits and Risks of Gastric Bypass
    (09-FEB-2005)
    Weigh pros and cons before surgery

  • Genes May Drive Child Obesity
    (04-FEB-2005)
    Children likely to be overweight at 6 if mom is, too

  • Bread is Back! Or So Hopes the Industry
    (04-FEB-2005)
    Grain Foods Foundation launches pro-bread campaign

  • Seniors Spell Out Health Concerns
    (28-JAN-2005)
    Vioxx, Medicare changes and obesity weigh on their minds, survey finds

  • Biology May Keep Couch Potatoes Supine
    (27-JAN-2005)
    Genetic predisposition to sit can pack on pounds, study suggests

  • Genes May Influence Weight Gain in Adults
    (25-JAN-2005)
    for about 50% of change in body mass index

  • Obesity Ups Risk of Kidney Stones
    (25-JAN-2005)
    Risk more pronounced in women, researchers say

  • Extra Weight Skews PSA Scores
    (24-JAN-2005)
    High BMI means prostate cancer screen can miss early stages of disease, study says

  • Veggie Diet May Lower High Blood Pressure
    (21-JAN-2005)
    Blood thickness and body weight improve on plant-based regimen, study finds

  • New Insights Into Fat's Effect on the Body
    (18-JAN-2005)
    Studies detail discovery of fat-burning gene, show how leptin controls glucose levels

  • High Blood Pressure: The New Childhood Scourge
    (14-JAN-2005)
    Overweight kids face risk of heart disease as adults

  • New U.S. Dietary Guidelines: Eat Less, Exercise More
    (12-JAN-2005)
    s

  • Blood Sugar Levels Linked to Cancer Rates
    (11-JAN-2005)
    In large Korean study, higher levels meant higher incidence of disease

  • Too Little Sleep May Pack on Pounds
    (10-JAN-2005)
    Study links insufficient slumber to obesity

  • Obese Blacks Incur Lower Health-Care Costs
    (05-JAN-2005)
    White counterparts generate more medical bills, study says

  • Childhood Obesity Weighs Heavily on Kids
    (05-JAN-2005)
    Quality of life is lower for obese and overweight children, study finds

  • Teen Obesity Is a Ticking Time Bomb
    (02-JAN-2005)
    Excess weight leads to serious adult health problems, such as diabetes, heart disease

  • Fast Food Linked to Obesity, Insulin Problems
    (30-DEC-2004)
    Finding suggests the fare could contribute to onset of diabetes

  • Exercise Cuts Heart, Diabetes Risk Factors
    (29-DEC-2004)
    Program reduces incidence of metabolic syndrome

  • Excess Weight Can Compromise Birth Control Pills
    (29-DEC-2004)
    Heavier women likelier to become pregnant while using them, study finds

  • False Memories May Work as Diet Aid
    (27-DEC-2004)
    Study finds some can be convinced of bad experiences with foods

  • Obese People Can't Run From Health Risks
    (22-DEC-2004)
    Physical activity doesn't reduce death rates, study finds

  • Obesity Surgery Shows Benefits Years Later
    (22-DEC-2004)
    Study finds people lose more weight, avoid complications

  • Have a Healthy Holiday Season
    (21-DEC-2004)
    Some tips to avoid overindulging during festive gatherings

  • Waistline Can Be a Tummy Fat Warning
    (20-DEC-2004)
    Measuring it can tell you if you're at risk for heart disease, diabetes

  • Nearly 30 Percent of U.S. Workers Are Obese
    (17-DEC-2004)
    Study says extra pounds diminish health and productivity

  • Holiday Feasts Don't Have to Fatten You Up
    (14-DEC-2004)
    Exercise and moderate portions can battle weight gain

  • Immigrants to U.S. Assimilating Obesity
    (14-DEC-2004)
    Study finds big weight gains the longer they're here

  • Study: Blacks More Fat, Less Fit Than Whites
    (13-DEC-2004)
    Differences more pronounced in men, researchers say

  • Kids Should Watch Calories During Holidays, Too
    (10-DEC-2004)
    Parents need to control their children's eating during festivities

  • Obesity Among Low-Income Kids on the Rise
    (08-DEC-2004)
    Researchers say trend is part of national problem

  • Will Obesity Break the Medicare Bank?
    (07-DEC-2004)
    Older, overweight Americans have much higher medical bills, study says

  • Heart Risk Factors for Obese Kids Murky
    (06-DEC-2004)
    Blood pressure rose in 1990s, but cholesterol remained unchanged

  • It's Never Too Early to Teach Kids the Activity Habit
    (25-NOV-2004)
    Parents should instill love of movement beginning in infancy, experts say

  • Thanksgiving Feast Boasts Some Healthy Foods
    (25-NOV-2004)
    Turkey, cranberries, sweet potatoes, pumpkin and pecans all nutritious on their own

  • Staying Safe, Stress-Free For Thanksgiving
    (25-NOV-2004)
    Tips on eating right and easing anxieties

  • Holiday Helpings Can Weigh You Down
    (25-NOV-2004)
    Here's how to stay slimmer and trimmer this season

  • Obese Kids Prone to Enlarged Hearts as Adults
    (24-NOV-2004)
    Added weight puts strain on developing heart muscle, study finds

  • Obesity Raises Risk of Abnormal Heartbeat
    (23-NOV-2004)
    More weight means more likelihood of atrial fibrillation

  • Health Tip: Don't Gain Holiday Weight
    (22-NOV-2004)
    How to keep from adding pounds

  • Obesity Bad for Brain, Study Finds
    (22-NOV-2004)

  • Gorging Your Way Through the Holidays?
    (21-NOV-2004)
    Advice on how to avoid overeating

  • Obesity a Major Obstacle to Good Sex Life
    (19-NOV-2004)
    Extra weight depletes desire, performance, study finds

  • Family Dinners Lower Risk For Eating Disorders
    (18-NOV-2004)
    Girls, especially, benefit from regular family mealtimes

  • Study Shows Simple Steps to Painless Dieting
    (18-NOV-2004)
    Smaller portions, better ingredients, and 800 calories a day disappear

  • A New Target For a Fat-Fighting Drug
    (18-NOV-2004)
    Blocking enzyme might flush fats from body, researchers say

  • Older Americans Can Expect Longer, Healthier Lives
    (18-NOV-2004)
    Big gains in longevity for those over 65, report finds

  • Premature Birth Linked to Insulin Resistance
    (17-NOV-2004)
    Study suggests metabolic processes may be programmed during pregnancy

  • Gastric Bypass Surgery Eases GERD in the Obese
    (15-NOV-2004)
    Also helps patients lose weight, improves other health problems

  • Sifting Through Low-Carb Craze
    (14-NOV-2004)
    Experts caution that lack of standards makes it hard to measure carbohydrates

  • Heart Meets Soul in Fat City
    (12-NOV-2004)
    How do heart experts fare with New Orleans fare?

  • Health Tip: A Slow Burn
    (11-NOV-2004)
    Calories don't melt away in a flash

  • o Be More Active
    (10-NOV-2004)
    Intervention got them playing soccer, swimming instead of watching TV

  • Supplement May Melt Belly Fat in Seniors
    (09-NOV-2004)
    Early study finds DHEA spurs weight loss, improves insulin activity

  • Obesity Drug Shows Great Promise
    (09-NOV-2004)
    Trial participants had sustained weight loss of almost 20 pounds over two years

  • Weight Gain a Heart Risk for Diabetics
    (08-NOV-2004)
    Adding pounds increases odds of trouble, researchers say

  • Minnesota Tops State-by-State Health Ranking
    (08-NOV-2004)
    Improvements in Americans' health have slowed since 2000

  • Obesity Carries Extra Health-Care Costs
    (07-NOV-2004)
    Overweight men have bigger drug bills, study finds

  • Low-Carb Diets May Hurt Heart Health
    (06-NOV-2004)
    Fiber, nutrients in fruits, vegetables, grains keep cardiovascular system strong

  • Obese Women More Likely to Get Colorectal Cancer
    (02-NOV-2004)
    Face greater risk than obese men, study finds

  • Breast-feeding Moms Less Likely to Restrict Food Later
    (01-NOV-2004)
    Study may explain why breast-feeding appears to reduce childhood obesity

  • Excess Weight Hurts Even Seemingly Healthy Heart
    (01-NOV-2004)
    It limits the muscle's ability to expand and contract, study finds

  • Health Tip: Diet and Portion Control
    (29-OCT-2004)
    It's key to losing and maintaining weight

  • Obesity Linked to Higher Stroke Risk
    (28-OCT-2004)
    Extra pounds in middle age double incidence, study says

  • Shedding Pounds Lengthens Life
    (27-OCT-2004)
    Mouse study found those that lacked weight-control gene were twice as heavy

  • Obese People Generate Bigger Health-Care Bills
    (26-OCT-2004)
    They use more prescriptions and are hospitalized more often, study finds

  • Ease Your Edema
    (23-OCT-2004)
    Tips to soothe feet, ankles that swell by end of the day

  • ven Up Meat?
    (21-OCT-2004)
    Meatless diet isn't automatically healthier

  • Location of Fat Affects Heart Risk
    (15-OCT-2004)
    Study says it may be more important than level of obesity

  • Study Suggests How Obesity Causes Diabetes
    (14-OCT-2004)
    Stress on cells seems to contribute to insulin resistance, researchers say

  • Schools Must Help in Fight Against Obesity
    (12-OCT-2004)
    Physical activity and good nutrition should be stressed, heart experts say

  • Obesity Surgery Sharply Improves Related Problems
    (12-OCT-2004)
    Substantial gains seen in hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol

  • Shipshape Isn't What It Used to Be
    (11-OCT-2004)
    Wall-to-wall food keeps passengers cruising for more

  • Insulin Resistance May Be Early Sign of Cardiovascular Disease
    (11-OCT-2004)
    Teens with it could face high blood pressure as adults

  • Obesity Raises Death Risk From Breast Cancer
    (06-OCT-2004)
    Study finds connection in patients with early-stage disease

  • Study: Food Restrictions on Kids Backfire
    (04-OCT-2004)
    Those prone to obesity likelier to gain weight

  • Genetic Mutations Bump Up BMI
    (30-SEP-2004)
    Changes in gene that regulates body weight can play part in obesity

  • Major Assault Sought on Childhood Obesity
    (30-SEP-2004)
    Reversing problem will require multi-tiered attack, report urges

  • Overweight Kids Have Lower Self-Esteem
    (27-SEP-2004)
    Study suggests one rises as the other falls

  • Soft Drinks Supply Americans With More Calories Than Milk
    (22-SEP-2004)
    Researchers say alarming trend cuts across all age groups

  • Young People Practicing Unhealthy Habits
    (17-SEP-2004)
    They show greatest increase in smoking, obesity and poor eating, study says

  • Snoring Risks Among Children Differ by Gender
    (14-SEP-2004)
    Obesity only common link for both boys and girls, study says

  • Young Black Girls Face High Risk of Obesity
    (10-SEP-2004)
    Too much TV and lack of activity increase chances of weight problems, study says

  • Vitamin Supplements May Slow Middle-Age Weight Gain
    (10-SEP-2004)
    Four common ones tied to healthier weights over 10-year period

  • Diabetes Dangerous in Women With Heart Disease
    (08-SEP-2004)
    Combination triples risk of heart failure, study finds

  • Phys Ed Could Help Young Girls Get in Shape
    (08-SEP-2004)
    An added hour of gym weekly could cut number of overweight kids, study finds

  • Studies Add to 'Fat-but-Fit' Debate for Women
    (07-SEP-2004)
    Diabetes risk for obesity, heart problems for inactivity

  • Workers of America, Lose Weight!
    (06-SEP-2004)
    Employers can help fight the nation's obesity epidemic, experts say

  • U.S. Dietary Panel May Green-Light Desserts, Treats
    (31-AUG-2004)
    But critics say encouraging sugars, fats could backfire

  • Want Your Kids to Cut Down on Colas?
    (30-AUG-2004)
    Setting a good example should be your first move, experts say

  • Chromium in Diet, Fitness Products May Pose Danger
    (30-AUG-2004)
    Study finds body could convert harmless form of chromium into carcinogenic variety

  • Suburbia's Just Another Name for Fat City
    (30-AUG-2004)
    Sprawling communities are home to heavier people

  • Sugary Drinks Tied to Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes
    (24-AUG-2004)
    Study finds risks rise along with soda, fruit punch consumption

  • Metabolic Syndrome Hikes Heart Risk
    (23-AUG-2004)
    Traits like belly fat, high blood pressure are part of the syndrome

  • Lost Sleep Leads to Health Problems
    (13-AUG-2004)
    Advice on how to get a good night's slumber and avoid future heart trouble

  • Caution on Pregnancy on Heels of Obesity Surgery
    (11-AUG-2004)
    Doctors find it can have deadly complications for mom, baby

  • Simple Switches Can Slice Fat From Your Diet
    (06-AUG-2004)
    Easy recipe substitutions can reduce calories, experts say

  • A New Drug That Fights 2 Bad Habits
    (05-AUG-2004)
    Still in clinical trials, rimonabant curbs smoking and weight gain

  • Vegetarian Diet Not Daunting to Adopt
    (04-AUG-2004)
    Change helped postmenopausal women lose weight, study finds

  • Docs Need to Focus on Kids' Obesity, Hypertension
    (02-AUG-2004)
    Researchers urge pediatricians to recognize, treat growing problem

  • Blacks Hard Hit by Kidney Disease
    (31-JUL-2004)
    New campaign urges awareness, testing

  • New Insight Into Leptin's Fat-Burning Powers
    (28-JUL-2004)
    Findings may offer target to fight obesity

  • Medicare Coverage of Obesity Treatments Won't Be Immediate
    (16-JUL-2004)
    Evaluation of medical evidence must take place first, officials say

  • Studies: Overeating Akin to Drug Abuse
    (15-JUL-2004)
    Good food acts in the brain 'like a drug,' expert says

  • Obesity Surgery Doesn't Just Shrink Stomach
    (12-JUL-2004)
    Also lowers levels of hunger hormone, study says

  • Weight-Loss Regimen for Diabetics Questioned
    (12-JUL-2004)
    Small number of pounds shed may not be worth it in long run

  • Burn Calories, Lose Weight
    (09-JUL-2004)
    Knocking off 700 to 2,000 a week provides health benefit, experts say

  • Family Influences Weight
    (09-JUL-2004)
    Obese parents increase risk that children will be overweight


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