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Irregular Heart Beats in Men Linked to "Bigness" in Youth

Posted: Saturday, April 04, 2009

Men who were "big" in their youth, suffer from an increased incidence of abnormal heart rhythm's later in life. "Big" in this case describes stature and muscle mass, as well as weight, making this a more novel study linking seemingly healthy (non-obese) large bodies to heart problems.

Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Responsible for Obesity Epidemic?

Posted: Thursday, April 02, 2009

While diets often focus of solid caloric intake, a recent study has shown that decreasing intake of liquid calories may in fact be more effective in creating weight loss. Specifically, a reduction in sugar-sweetened beverage consumption could help prevent obesity and associated conditions, such as type 2 diabetes.

African-Americans Less Prone to Fatty Liver Disease

Posted: Saturday, March 28, 2009

Despite being at higher risk for obesity, diabetes and heart disease, African-Americans are in fact at lower risk for fatty liver disease. In a recent study, which compared Hispanics (whom are also at higher risk for obesity, diabetes and heart disease) and African-Americans, it was observed that due to differing locations of fat storage in the body, African-Americans have a significantly lower incidence of fatty liver disease.

Fructose Triggers Increased Appetite

Posted: Thursday, March 26, 2009

New research, which includes a meta-analysis of past research, stresses a link between fructose consumption and increased appetite. The resulting higher food intake that comes from consuming fructose, along with the recent rise in fructose-loaded products, gives reason to believe that fructose is at least partially responsible for rising obesity and type 2 diabetes rates, especially in youth. This is opposed to glucose, which in past research has been linked to decreased appetite.

Bariatric Surgery Causes Most Cases of Type 2 to Remit Long-Term

Posted: Thursday, March 26, 2009

In morbidly obese patients with Type 2 diabetes, bariatric surgery leads to resolution or improvement of the disease in close to 90% of cases, with benefits usually maintained for at least 2 years, according to a meta-analysis.

Neck Size a Measure of Heart Risk

Posted: Thursday, March 26, 2009

It signals danger independently of stomach fat, researchers report. A too-tight shirt collar might be an indicator of future heart trouble, Framingham Heart Study researchers report. If your neck size is greater than 16 inches for men and 13 inches for women, your risk for heart disease goes up.

French Fries Linked to Stroke Rates

Posted: Thursday, March 26, 2009

Neighborhoods where fast food joints abound appear to have higher stroke rates but whether the link is causal is under question, researchers said.

Sustained Exercise Important for Children

Posted: Thursday, March 19, 2009

Childhood obesity is a rising global concern, and insufficient activity levels are a primary reason. It's unknown, however, what is the optimal form of exercise for children, in order to help prevent obesity. A recent study has found that "sustained" exercise, defined as constant activity in excess of five minutes, is more beneficial than "sporadic" exercise.

Psoriasis Patients at Increased Diabetes, Heart Disease Risk

Posted: Tuesday, March 17, 2009

People with severe psoriasis are at an increased risk of developing serious medical conditions, including cardiovascular disease and diabetes, says a dermatologist from the University of Pennsylvania.

Diabetes Drugs Given ‘Too Soon’?

Posted: Tuesday, March 17, 2009

One in three people with Type 2 diabetes are given medication too soon, instead of being urged to eat better and do more exercise, a UK study suggests.