March 8, 2010
A new study suggests increased food consumption may be linked to bacteria in the stomach.
Chicago (WiredPRNesw.com) – A new study suggests there is a link between uncontrolled bacteria in the stomach and obesity. As reported by AFP, researchers found that digestive bacteria that isn’t properly regulated can lead to an increased appetite caused by inflammation.
Andrew […]
March 4, 2010
New research suggests the rates of childhood obesity are increasing.
U.S. (WiredPRNews.com) – Childhood obesity rates have reportedly risen over the past several years. As reported by HealthDay News, new research has found growth in rates of obesity in kids and teens ages 10 to 17.
Christina Bethell, director of the Child and Adolescent Health Measurement Initiative […]
January 29, 2010
Michelle Obama is helping launch a new campaign geared towards combating the obesity epidemic.
Washington, D.C. (WiredPRNews.com) – U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama is aiding in the launch of a new campaign aimed at combating obesity. As reported by Reuters, Obama recently spoke about the obesity epidemic to a group of advocates for children in Alexandria.
Obama […]
December 28, 2009
Research suggests that certain aromas may help in the fight against obesity.
U.S. (WiredPRNews.com) – New research suggests anti-hunger smells could aid in the fight against obesity. As reported by LiveScience, researchers found that certain molecules may trigger a full feeling that leads to eating less.
As noted in the report, scientists at NIZO Food Research […]
December 18, 2009
A new study suggests the beloved holiday figure is a negative role model for children.
Australia (WiredPRNews.com) – A recent study accuses Santa Claus of having a negative influence on the health of children. As reported by AFP, the Australian study suggests the legendary holiday figure promotes an unhealthy lifestyle that includes poor eating habits and […]
December 11, 2009
The food company will reportedly make changes in their cereal products marketed to children.
Minneapolis, MN (WiredPRNews.com) – General Mills is expected to make changes to some of their cereal products that are primarily marketed to children. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the food company is planning to cut the sugar content in 10 […]
November 23, 2009
The USDA is reportedly in support of a proposition to reward schools that serve healthier meals to students.
Washington, D.C. (WiredPRNews.com) – Healthier student meals may mean an increase in funding for some schools. As reported by Reuters, the USDA is in support of a proposition to provide more funding for schools that serve healthier lunch […]
November 9, 2009
New research suggests obesity causes over 100,000 cancer cases yearly.
Washington (WiredPRNews.com) – Obesity has reportedly been linked to thousands of cancer cases each year. As reported by AFP, the American Institute for Cancer Research recently published estimates on incidents of cancer and their possible link to excess body fat. An estimated 84 percent of esophageal […]
October 30, 2009
Summit, New Jersey, October 29, 2009 WiredPRNews.com) — New Jersey Bariatric Center surgeon Ajay Goyal, MD, FACS now performs Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy, along with wide range of bariatric procedures including gastric bypass, LAP-BAND® and REALIZE™ Band, for the treatment of morbid obesity.
“Sleeve Gastrectomy is a relatively new procedure in the bariatric surgery repertoire of gastric […]
October 24, 2009
A diabetes medication has been shown to help obese patients with weight loss.
U.S (WiredPRNews.com) – The diabetes drug liraglutide has been shown to be effective in boosting weight loss in individuals who are obese. As reported by HealthDay News, a study concluded that the medication was more effective than orlistat, a medication prescribed for weight-loss, […]
