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Obesity


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  • A Low Carbohydrate Diet: Treating Obesity Related Disorders in Adults
    Doctoral Dissertation

    American Obesity Association (AOA)
    Comprehensive web portal offering general information on obesity, current research and trials, treatment, prevention and consumer protection against fraudulent treatments.

    Association of Morbid Obesity Support
    Support for bariatric obesity surgery patients and those considering this weight loss procedure.

    Barbara's Obesity Meds and Research News
    Plain-language information on obesity medications, weight loss and diet studies written for professionals and patients.

    Bariatrics and You
    Discussion of different medically supervised weight loss regimes, surgery, maintenance of your goal weight, sugar control and childhood obesity.

    Calculate your Body Mass Index
    (USA) National Institute of Health (NIH) page uses height and weight (english or metric) to determine degree of obesity.

    Dietary fat and obesity: an unconvincing relation
    Walter Willett Am J Clin Nutr 1998;68:1149�50.

    Donald B. Brown Research Chair on Obesity
    A Laval University center dedicated to research, communication and education on obesity.

    eMedicine Health

    ALL OBESITY RESOURCES

    OBESITY NEWS
     
    Fat Cells Slim Up, But Don’t Ship Out
    Weight loss will shrink fat cells, but it won't cut your number of fat cells, scientists note in the journal Nature.
    Mon, 05 May 2008 00:00:00 EST

    ACE Inhibitors May Help in Weight Loss
    Some popular blood pressure medications may help you lose weight and body fat, according to a study done in mice.
    Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 EST

    Taranabant May Help Dieters Lose Weight
    The experimental weight loss drug taranabant helped dieters shed an average of 14.5 pounds over the course of one year, a study shows.
    Mon, 31 Mar 2008 11:33:22 EST

    Belly Fat in Midlife, Dementia Later?
    Having a fat belly at midlife increases the risk of getting dementia in your later years, according to a new study.
    Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:00:00 EST

    Counseling Helps Maintain Weight Loss
    Researchers found that personal and online support are helpful in keeping weight off following successful weight loss.
    Tue, 11 Mar 2008 00:00:00 EST

    Beating Belly Bulge With Drugs?
    U.K. scientists are developing drugs that stop the belly from bulging to make room for food; the drugs target two proteins in the stomach wall.
    Tue, 04 Mar 2008 00:00:00 EST

    Obesity's Roots May Be in the Brain
    Obesity isn't just about eating; it may also have roots in brain development, according to new research on obesity in lab tests of rats.
    Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:00:00 EST

    Pick up Weights to Take Off Pounds
    Strengthening muscles helps shed extra fat and revs up metabolism, say Boston Univ. scientists studying muscular mice.
    Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:00:00 EST

    10 Ways to Move Beyond a Weight Loss Plateau
    Experts share tips on how to get your weight loss program back on track.
    Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 EST

    10 Motivational Tips to Keep You Healthy
    Experts explain how small steps can help you stay on track to meet your diet and exercise goals.
    Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 EST

     
     

     Obesity Facts

    Adult mean BMI levels of 22-23 kg/m2 are found in Africa and Asia, while levels of 25-27 kg/m2 are prevalent across North America, Europe, and in some Latin American, North African and Pacific Island countries. BMI increases amongst middle-aged elderly people, who are at the greatest risk of health complications.


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    Weight Loss Program
    Learn what your ideal calorie intake is and keep track of calories you eat. Weight Loss Program helps you keep a food diary.

     



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