Obesity in America has increased due to environmental chemicals, diet, and sedentary lifestyles. Discover the best walking programs, shoes, and nutritional strategies for managing overweight health risks.
At least 20 percent of the adult population in each U.S. state is obese, according to new research released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This means that at least one in five adults per U.S. state -- or 36.5 percent of total Americans -- struggles with obesity.
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Three chemicals found in common products and foods may interfere with the digestive system’s ability to tell the brain when the body is full.
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Obesity is one of America’s most pressing health concerns. Read on to see which cities are the most overweight and which cities are the least.
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"Overweight" is a term that refers to an excess amount of body weight that typically comes from muscles, bone, fat and water; however, "obesity" means an excess amount of body fat. Body mass index, BMI, is a weight-for-height measure commonly used to classify overweight and obesity in adults.
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Obesity has been linked to several health risks, including heart disease, diabetes and cancer. In addition, obesity, which is defined as a body mass index of 30 or more, may also be linked to difficulty breathing, wheezing and asthma.
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Magnesium stearate is the magnesium salt of the fatty acid stearic acid. It is widely used as a diluent or filler in the manufacturing of drug or dietary supplement capsules, tablets and powders. In this regard, its lubricating properties allow powders to flow freely through encapsulation machines without sticking.
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Obesity has been designated as a worldwide health problem for only a few decades, and since 1980 its prevalence across the globe has doubled. The World Health Organization defines obesity according to body mass index, which is your weight in kilograms divided by your height in meters squared.
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It's no secret that America is struggling with an obesity epidemic. Turn on the TV, flip open a magazine or read a newspaper, and you're likely to see obesity-related stats and advice. And while the old adage "eat less and move more"
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Chemotherapy medications are powerful drugs with dangerous side effects. But chemotherapy patients don’t usually isolate themselves completely from babies or small children—nor should they.
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one third of all adults and 17 percent of all children in the United States are obese. Obesity rates doubled for adults in the past three decades and tripled for children, and show no signs of decreasing in the near future.
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A waist size greater than 40 inches indicates a man is at a high risk of type-2 diabetes and heart disease. This inflated, firm belly is due to an overabundance of visceral fat, which lies deep inside your trunk nestled around internal organs.
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Inherited genetic diseases affect millions worldwide. Family health history is the biggest predictor of genetic disease. Research is ongoing to detect and treat genetic disease. The decision to be tested for genetic disease is often difficult and includes many moral and ethical issues.
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Americans are not the only ones seeing their weight creep up on the scale -- obesity rates continue to rise across Europe as well. Europeans are now second only to Americans in the number of people who are overweight or obese.
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Obese persons may benefit by starting a simple walking program to shed pounds and increase overall fitness. A walking routine burns calories and increases stamina, energy level and bone strength. Regular walking can reduce your risk of developing breast cancer or diabetes, according to the American Council on Exercise.
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Obese people often look to bicycling as a way to lose weight. Bicycling will help shed excess pounds, but only if combined with healthy eating and other weight-loss techniques.
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Protein, along with carbohydrates and fat, is a major macronutrient that helps your body function optimally. You need it to build strong tissues, support immunity and boost your metabolism.
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The causes of obesity are varied and sometimes complex. Factors such as exposure to fast food ads, environment, socioeconomic status, genetic predisposition, overeating and unhealthy snacking influence weight.
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Both low-carb and gluten-free diets get a lot of flak for being dieting "fads" -- but they're actually beneficial for many people.
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Lipomas are noncancerous tumors that develop gradually in your body’s fat cells. Typically, people with these tumors only notice them after they grow for years. Doctors don’t know exactly why lipomas form.
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According to Health Canada, cooking a meal in an aluminum pan can add about 1 to 2 mg aluminum to your food. The World Health Organization estimates that people can safely consume about 50 mg a day without harm, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has not set an upper intake limit.
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